Delve into the remarkable career choice of Prabhas, who exclusively focused on SS Rajamouli’s magnum opus ‘Baahubali’ for a full five years, turning down all other film offers. This significant period of dedication was instrumental in the creation of one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated franchises.
The ‘Baahubali’ films, renowned for their scale, visual effects, and compelling narratives, required an extensive five-year commitment from conception to release. ‘Baahubali: The Beginning’ started shooting in 2013, with the entire project concluding around 2018. Prabhas, taking on the challenging dual roles of father and son, was the anchor of this monumental endeavor.
His dedication did not go unnoticed. Rana Daggubati, his co-star and on-screen adversary, has consistently praised Prabhas’s unwavering commitment. Daggubati shared on a talk show that Prabhas, already a leading actor post-blockbusters like ‘Mirchi’, made a conscious choice to sideline his career for five years. This demonstrated immense professionalism, patience, and a deep commitment to Rajamouli’s vision, foregoing potentially substantial earnings and numerous other film roles. The film’s grand success was also due to its incredible supporting cast including Ramya Krishnan, Nassar, Sathyaraj, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Anushka Shetty.
Prabhas remains a sought-after star, with a robust lineup of upcoming projects such as ‘The Raja Saab’, ‘Spirit’, ‘Salaar 2’, and ‘Fauzi’.