The first Indian film to cross Rs 1,000 crore worldwide was Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017. Directed by S.S. Rajamouli and starring Prabhas, the film redefined box office success and set a new benchmark for Indian cinema. (Image: IMDb)

Released on April 28, 2017, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion became a cinematic phenomenon, not just in India but globally. It was the sequel to Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) and answered the iconic question that gripped audiences: “Why did Kattappa kill Baahubali?” (Image: IMDb)

Baahubali 2 was the first Indian film to gross over Rs 1,000 crore worldwide, achieving this feat within just 10 days of its release. It eventually earned Rs 1,430 crore across all Indian languages domestically and Rs 1,810 crore worldwide gross. This placed it in the elite “1000 Crore Club,” a term coined by Indian media to recognize films that surpass Rs 1,000 crore in global earnings. (Image: IMDb)

The film was released in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Malayalam, making it one of the earliest successful pan-India films. Its dubbed Hindi version alone grossed over ₹500 crore. (Image: IMDb)

Director S.S. Rajamouli combined mythological grandeur with cutting-edge VFX, creating a visual spectacle that rivaled Hollywood productions. (Image: IMDb)

Lead actor Prabhas became a national icon, dedicating nearly five years to the Baahubali franchise. Supporting actors like Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Ramya Krishnan, and Sathyaraj delivered memorable performances. (Image: IMDb)

The film’s themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and justice resonated deeply with Indian audiences. Its dialogues, music, and characters became part of pop culture. (Image: IMDb)

Baahubali 2 was screened internationally, including in Japan, China, Russia, and the UAE, and received praise for its storytelling and production quality. It helped Indian cinema gain visibility on the global stage and paved the way for future mega-budget films like RRR, KGF, and Jawan. (IMDb)

To mark the 10th anniversary of Baahubali: The Beginning, a re-edited and remastered single-film version of Rajamouli’s two-part saga is set to release theatrically. Combining footage from both films with technical enhancements and previously unseen scenes, the upcoming 224 minute-long-film is titled Baahubali: The Epic. (Image: IMDb)

Baahubali: The Epic is scheduled for a pre-release in select theatres in the US, the UK and Ireland on October 29, 2025, followed by a worldwide theatrical release on October 31, 2025. (Imge: IMDb)