Rachayitha Movie Team Exclusive Interview

Today, SS Rajamouli stands at the very peak of Indian cinema. Baahubali didn’t just become a blockbuster; it altered the perception of Telugu cinema across India and beyond. Scale expanded. Reach multiplied. Expectations reset. Naturally, every leading actor now dreams of collaborating with him.

What many don’t know is that long before this global acclaim, Rajamouli had already set his sights on a major Tamil star — Suriya. Not for one project, but for two of his most defining films: Vikramarkudu and Magadheera.

At that time, however, circumstances didn’t align. Language barriers, scheduling conflicts, and the market realities of the era played their part. In an industry still largely driven by regional boundaries, Rajamouli ultimately chose to move forward with Telugu actors.

The rest is history.

Vikramarkudu went to Ravi Teja and became a cult action classic.
Magadheera launched Ram Charan into superstardom and redefined epic storytelling in Telugu cinema.

Both films were massive successes — iconic in their own right.

Yet, within film circles, a quiet “what if” has lingered for years. Had Suriya taken on those roles, many believe his career trajectory might have shifted dramatically — earlier pan-Indian recognition, a broader market, and perhaps an entirely new phase at a crucial point in his journey.

What stands out most is Suriya’s attitude toward it all.

Despite the missed opportunity, he has never shut the door on Rajamouli. In fact, he has openly said he would be willing to work with the filmmaker without conditions — even in a small role. Not ambition speaking, but genuine respect for the craft and the storyteller.

Now, years later, with Rajamouli at the height of his powers and Suriya continuing to push boundaries with content-driven cinema, fans can’t help but wonder:

Will this long-discussed collaboration finally become reality?

And if it does — it certainly won’t arrive quietly.