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Rana Daggubati is more than just an actor; he is a producer and a dedicated supporter of Indian cinema. Long before the term “pan-India” became popular, Rana was already making his mark across multiple languages. He gained nationwide fame with his powerful antagonist role in Baahubali, directed by S. S. Rajamouli, where his towering screen presence and imposing physique made him one of Indian cinema’s most memorable villains.

However, life took an unexpected turn after Baahubali. Rana suffered kidney failure along with heart-related complications, forcing him to step away from films and professional commitments to focus entirely on his health. He traveled to the United States for a kidney transplant and spent months dedicated to recovery. During this period, his drastic weight loss became a major concern for fans and well-wishers.

In a candid conversation on Chapter 2 hosted by Rhea Chakraborty, Rana opened up about that challenging period and the difficulties of returning to an industry where his physicality once defined him. Rhea referred to him as the “hot guy from Hyderabad” steadily making a mark in Bollywood before his health scare. Following his treatment, Rana returned to India leaner and no longer resembling the imposing figure audiences remembered from Baahubali.

Rana revealed that he had several films lined up before falling ill, including physically demanding roles like a wrestler. “I didn’t look like those characters anymore. I was returning advances, and all that was happening,” he admitted. He also recalled fellow actor Varun Tej visiting him during recovery; midway through their conversation, Varun appeared more like the old Rana than he did himself. The sudden transformation left him unsettled, and not recognizing his own body was a major challenge.

Despite these hurdles, Rana has steadily rebuilt his career in recent years. In 2025, he starred in Kaantha alongside Dulquer Salmaan, Bhagyashri Borse, and Samuthirakani, a film he also co-produced. On the digital front, he headlined Season 2 of Netflix’s Rana Naidu and hosted The Rana Daggubati Show on Prime Video between 2024 and 2025. Additionally, he lent his voice to the popular anime series Solo Leveling, expanding his presence across multiple platforms.

From battling a life-threatening health crisis to reinventing himself on screen, Rana Daggubati’s journey is a powerful story of resilience, reinvention, and determination.