SS Rajamouli announces ₹120 crore animated Baahubali film, Prabhas jokes about massive budget

SS Rajamouli announces ₹120 crore animated Baahubali film, Prabhas jokes about massive budget

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli has once again surprised fans with an exciting announcement related to his blockbuster Baahubali franchise. During a recent promotional event for Baahubali: The Epic re-release, Rajamouli revealed that an animated film titled Baahubali: The Eternal War is in development. The upcoming project will reportedly have a massive budget of ₹120 crore, making it one of India’s most expensive animated films ever. The announcement has thrilled fans who have been waiting for new updates from the world of Baahubali.

Rajamouli announces ₹120 crore animated Baahubali

During the interview, Rajamouli shared that The Eternal War will not be Baahubali 3, but rather an animated continuation of the same universe. He described it as a “very high 3D animation project” that expands the world of Mahishmati in a visually grand way. The director added that the team has already worked on a teaser, which he showed to lead actors Prabhas and Rana Daggubati. Both were amazed by the animation quality and the film’s massive scale.

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Prabhas, known for his sense of humor, reacted to the huge budget with a light-hearted joke. When Rajamouli mentioned that the animated film would cost around ₹120 crore, Prabhas laughed and said, “That was our first part’s planning budget!” His fun comment added a cheerful moment to the announcement, showing the friendly bond between the director and his cast. Fans across social media appreciated their playful exchange, calling it a “nostalgic Baahubali moment.”

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Meanwhile, excitement is building for Baahubali: The Epic, a re-edited and remastered version of Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. The film brings both parts together into a single cinematic experience, featuring restored scenes, improved visual effects, and advanced sound formats. It will be released worldwide on October 31, 2025, in multiple premium formats like IMAX, 4DX, and Dolby Cinema.

With Baahubali: The Epic ready to hit theatres and Baahubali: The Eternal War already in the works, SS Rajamouli continues to expand his iconic cinematic universe. His creative vision and dedication to quality storytelling have once again proven why Baahubali remains one of India’s most loved and celebrated film franchises. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how the animated version will take the legend forward in a new and thrilling way.

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