10 Years of Baahubali: How SS Rajamouli's great piece of work changed Indian movies forever

SS Rajamouli directed Baahubali which featured Prabhas in the lead role.

Baahubali came out ten years ago, yet its legacy still looms over Indian cinema like the great Mahishmati kingdom itself. Baahubali: The Beginning came out on July 10, 2015. It wasn't just a movie; it was a huge event that revolutionized Indian filmmaking, storytelling, and what audiences expect from movies forever.

The Birth of a Movie Universe

Baahubali wasn't just a movie; it was an epic told on a scale that had never been seen before. It was directed by the visionary SS Rajamouli. With its huge settings, emotive story, and technical skill, it made it hard to tell the difference between regional and pan-Indian movies.

The movie told the story of Shivudu and Amarendra Baahubali to people all across the world, and it left everyone wondering the same question: "Why did Kattappa kill Baahubali?" The excitement only grew with the sequel, Baahubali: The Conclusion (2017). It went on to become one of the most successful Indian films ever, making the franchise a watershed moment in Indian film history.

A Legacy That Lasts

Baahubali's success wasn't just about the statistics. It started a movement in culture. It changed what Indian cinema might aim for, from memes and souvenirs to intellectual conversations and international attention. It made a whole generation of filmmakers think bigger, take bigger risks, and treat their audiences with intelligence and size.

People all around the country knew actors like Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Ramya Krishnan, and Sathyaraj. The movie also made composer MM Keeravani, production designer Sabu Cyril, and cinematographer Senthil Kumar famous for their work.

This is where pan-Indian cinema began. Baahubali was the first movie to be released in all of India, before Pushpa, KGF, or RRR. It was dubbed into many languages and carefully marketed, which went against the idea that a film's language limits its audience. Baahubali showed that a story based on Indian culture could connect with people from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and beyond if it was delivered with passion and scope.

SS Rajamouli: The Man Behind It All

SS Rajamouli, the filmmaker, was at the center of it all. He dared to imagine beyond the usual. His skill in combining mythology with emotion, action, and stunning visuals made Baahubali a topic of conversation around the world. He gave Indian movies their own blockbuster identity that could stand proudly next to Hollywood epics.

Looking Forward Ten years later, Baahubali is still having an effect. It made cinematic universes, immersive world-building, and stories that can be told in more than one language possible. There are rumors of a Baahubali animated series, comic novels, and even spin-offs, so the franchise's world is far from over. Last Word Baahubali is more than just a movie; it's a monument.

A reset of culture. Indian film stood forward and informed the world, "We too can make magic on a global scale." It was a glorious moment. Fans and filmmakers are celebrating 10 great years of Baahubali. One thing is certain: the echoes of Mahishmati will last for many years to come. Hail Mahishmati!