Prabhas, whose real name is Venkata Satyanarayana Prabhas Raju Uppalapati, is one of the most popular and influential actors in the Indian film industry. Prabhas debuted in the 2002 Telugu film “Eeswar,” directed by Jayanth C. Paranjee. The film featured Prabhas in the lead role of Eeswar, a young man seeking justice for his deceased father. Though the film did not succeed commercially, Prabhas’s performance garnered praise, and his screen presence showed promise.
“Varsham” is a romantic drama directed by Sobhan. The film revolves around Venkat (Prabhas), a kind-hearted young man who falls in love with a village belle, Sailaja (Trisha). Prabhas’s portrayal of Venkat was praised for its emotional depth and natural charm. The film’s engaging storyline, melodious music, and beautiful cinematography contributed to its massive success at the box office, making it one of the year’s biggest hits.
Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, “Chatrapathi” is an action-packed drama set in a coastal village. Prabhas played the role of Sivaji, a fearless and protective leader of the fishermen’s community. His commanding presence and intense performance struck a chord with the audience, and the film became a blockbuster. “Chatrapathi” further solidified Prabhas’s position as a versatile actor with an impressive screen presence.
“Darling” is a romantic comedy directed by A. Karunakaran, where Prabhas portrays the character of Prabha, a carefree young man who enjoys life to the fullest. His endearing portrayal of the lead character and excellent comic timing made “Darling” a delightful watch. The film’s entertaining narrative and catchy music resonated with the audience, leading to its commercial success.
Directed by Dasaradh, “Mr Perfect” is a feel-good family drama that showcases Prabhas as Vicky, an ambitious and disciplined young man who strives for perfection in everything he does. Prabhas’s charismatic performance and the film’s positive message about relationships and family values struck a chord with the audience. “Mr Perfect” received accolades for its well-crafted screenplay and became a box office hit.
Directed by Koratala Siva, “Mirchi” features Prabhas as Jai, a young man embroiled in a family feud. His intense and emotional performance received critical acclaim. The film’s engaging storyline and Prabhas’s stellar act resulted in significant box office success. “Mirchi” was well-received by both critics and audiences, making it one of the highest-grossing Telugu films of the year and collected 80 crores at the worldwide box office.
This epic historical fiction, directed by S.S. Rajamouli, marked a turning point in Prabhas’s career. He played the iconic dual roles of Amarendra Baahubali and Mahendra Baahubali. Prabhas’s towering performance, coupled with the grand scale of the film and its groundbreaking VFX, captivated audiences worldwide. “Baahubali: The Beginning” smashed box office records, becoming among the highest-grossing Indian films ever. The film gained $10.94 million at the overseas box office. It grossed ₹75 crore on its first release day, making it the highest opening ever for an Indian film.
The second part of the “Baahubali” series, “Baahubali: The Conclusion,” saw Prabhas reprising his role as Baahubali. The film provided the long-awaited answer to the question, “Why did Kattappa kill Baahubali?” The conclusion to the epic saga was filled with grandeur, emotion, and action, and Prabhas’s majestic performance was at the heart of the film’s monumental success with a Worldwide collection of ₹1,810 crores (US$280,717,832)
Directed by Sujeeth, “Saaho” is an action-thriller that showcases Prabhas as Ashok Chakravarthy, an undercover agent. The film’s high-octane action sequences, Prabhas’s charismatic presence, and gripping storyline contributed to its commercial success. While the film received mixed reviews from critics, Prabhas’s performance was widely appreciated by his fans, making “Saaho” a significant hit at the worldwide box office collection of Saaho was over ₹600 Crores.
Kalki 2898-A.D is an upcoming Indian epic science fiction film directed by Nag Ashwin and produced by C. Aswani Dutt under Vyjayanthi Movies. Starring an ensemble cast including Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, Disha Patani, and Pasupathy, the film was announced in February 2020. Filming began in July 2021 at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad, shooting simultaneously in Telugu and Hindi. With a budget of ₹600 crore (US$75 million), it is the most expensive Indian film ever made. The music score is composed by Santhosh Narayanan, with cinematography by Djordje Stojiljkovic and production design by Nitin Zihani Choudhary. The film is scheduled to release in cinemas in 2024.
Part 1 – Ceasefire is an upcoming Telugu-language action thriller directed by Prashanth Neel and produced by Vijay Kiragandur. The film stars Prabhas as the titular character, alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran and Shruti Haasan. It marks Neel’s first collaboration with Prabhas and his first Telugu venture. The film was formally launched in Hyderabad on 16 January 2021, with Ravi Basrur composing the music and Bhuvan Gowda as the cinematographer.b
