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It’s been exactly a decade since the release of Baahubali: The Beginning, the film that redefined modern Indian cinema and laid the groundwork for the pan-India film movement. Released on July 10, 2015, and directed by S.S. Rajamouli, Baahubali broke barriers of language and geography, setting new standards in filmmaking, storytelling, and cinematic scale.

The film transformed Prabhas into a nationwide sensation and brought Rajamouli to the forefront of international cinema. With its iconic cliffhanger—“Why did Kattappa kill Baahubali?”—the film became a pop culture landmark, and the question itself ranked among the top 10 most searched phrases on Google India in 2015.

Interestingly, the initial casting ideas included Jason Momoa as Bhallaladeva, Sridevi as Shivagami, and Sanjay Dutt as Kattappa. However, the final cast—Rana Daggubati, Ramya Krishna, Satyaraj, Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah, and Nasser—delivered unforgettable performances that became etched in the minds of moviegoers.

Prabhas, at the peak of his career, dedicated five years exclusively to the Baahubali franchise, rejecting all other projects. He gained weight up to 105 kg for the mighty Baahubali and trimmed down to 85 kg for the younger Shivudu’s character. Rana Daggubati, too, underwent intense physical transformation, bulking up with over 33 kilos to bring Bhallaladeva to life. To stay in shape for the film, Prabhas reportedly installed a ₹1.5 crore gym in his home.

The Kalakeya tribe’s Kiliki language was another standout aspect. It was entirely invented by Tamil lyricist Madhan Karky, with its own grammar and around 800 words—marking the first time a unique language was created exclusively for an Indian film.

One of the most visually grand elements of Baahubali was the Mahishmati Kingdom set, constructed at Ramoji Film City over 20 acres at a cost of more than ₹25 crore. It has since become a popular tourist attraction. The makers spent over ₹85 crore on VFX, with more than 800 artists from 15 studios across the world contributing to the visual grandeur.

Adding to the film’s epic feel, production designer Sabu Cyril and his team created over 20,000 detailed weapons including swords, armor, and arrows. The entire film was mounted on a budget of ₹200 crore and went on to earn over ₹650 crore at the global box office, making it the second-highest-grossing Indian film at the time.

Despite mixed to negative reviews on its first day in Telugu-speaking states, Baahubali quickly found massive appreciation across North India. Word-of-mouth quickly shifted the perception, and it became a box office storm in every language it released in. The ending of the film, leaving the question of Kattappa’s betrayal unanswered, created unprecedented excitement for the sequel.

Baahubali achieved many international milestones. It became the first non-English film to be screened at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London. In Kerala, a special poster spanning over 50,000 square feet was erected, earning a Guinness World Record. The film was released not just in five Indian languages, but also in international languages like English, Mandarin, and Thai. For global audiences, Rajamouli even trimmed 20 minutes from the original cut to improve accessibility.

In terms of accolades, the film won Best Feature Film and Best Special Effects at the 63rd National Film Awards, making it the first Telugu film to receive the top honor. It also bagged 14 Nandi Awards, including Best Director, Best Feature Film, Best Music Director, and Best Cinematography.

Even after ten years, Baahubali stands tall as a landmark in Indian cinema, having inspired countless filmmakers and reshaped the ambitions of the Indian film industry. It is more than just a film—it is a phenomenon that sparked a movement and brought Indian storytelling to the world stage.