Prabhas Completes 24 Years in Cinema From Raghavendra to Kalki; Fans Celebrate
Prabhas made his silver screen debut with Eeswar, which hit theatres on November 11, 2002.
Rebel Star Prabhas has completed 24 glorious years in the film industry, marking a significant milestone in a career that has seen him evolve from a promising Telugu actor into one of Indian cinema’s biggest pan-India stars. From his debut with Eeswar to the phenomenal success of the Baahubali franchise, Prabhas has come a long way, earning a massive fan following across the country and beyond.
Prabhas made his silver screen debut with Eeswar, which hit theatres on November 11, 2002. The film introduced him to Telugu audiences and marked the beginning of a journey that would eventually take him to unprecedented heights. Over the years, he strengthened his position with films such as Varsham, Chatrapathi, Darling, Mr Perfect and Mirchi. His performances, screen presence and ability to connect with audiences helped him emerge as one of Telugu cinema’s most popular leading stars.
However, it was SS Rajamouli’s Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion that transformed Prabhas into a national sensation. The two-part epic franchise created box-office history and introduced him to audiences across different languages and markets. The success of Baahubali also established him as one of the first Telugu stars to command a truly pan-India following.
Prabhas subsequently continued to explore big-budget spectacles and diverse characters with films such as Saaho, Radhe Shyam, Adipurush, Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire and Kalki 2898 AD. While the films witnessed varying commercial fortunes, his box-office pull and ability to attract audiences across territories remained significant. In particular, Salaar reinforced his mass appeal, while Kalki 2898 AD showcased him in a futuristic science-fiction universe.
