Aditya Devulapally
1. Baahubali: The Beginning (2015)
Directed by SS Rajamouli, this film stars Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, and Tamannaah. A fantasy epic, Baahubali captivated audiences with its grandeur, stunning visuals, and intense storytelling. It became a nationwide phenomenon, smashing box office records, and catapulted Prabhas to the status of a star with national and even international recognition.
2. Baahubali: The Conclusion (2017)
The sequel to Baahubali: The Beginning saw even greater success. It solved the iconic “Why Kattappa killed Baahubali?” mystery and grossed over Rs 1,800 crores globally, becoming one of India's highest-grossing films. Beyond the numbers, the Baahubali sequel was further proof that Prabhas could handle a complex, physically demanding character and cemented Prabhas's position as one of the leading stars in Indian cinema.
3. Kalki 2898 AD (2024)
Directed by Nag Ashwin, this sci-fi epic features Prabhas alongside Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, and Kamal Haasan. Set in a futuristic world, the film blends mythology and science fiction. With its star-studded cast and ambitious visuals, the film generated massive returns at the box office hitting another Rs 1000 crore gross cementing the star's position forever.
4. Mirchi (2013)
Directed by Koratala Siva, this action drama stars Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, and Richa Gangopadhyay. It was a major hit in the Telugu film industry, praised for Prabhas’s performance and the emotional storyline. His appearance and styling became a trendsetter in 2013.
5. Chatrapathi (2005)
Directed by SS Rajamouli, Chatrapathi marked a significant milestone in Prabhas's career. With an intense story of brotherhood and revenge, it became a commercial hit and established Prabhas as a leading action hero. His rugged avatar and the gangster backdrop created huge fan following for the actor.
6. Varsham (2004)
This intense romantic drama, directed by Sobhan, stars Prabhas and Trisha. Varsham became a blockbuster, with its music and performances winning the audience's heart, solidifying Prabhas's image as a romantic hero early in his career.
7. Saaho (2019)
Directed by Sujeeth and co-starring Shraddha Kapoor, Saaho is a high-octane action thriller. Though it garnered mixed reviews, the film performed well commercially, owing to Prabhas's pan-India popularity after Baahubali.