Baahubali – The Epic storms the box office again
Prabhas’s Baahubali – The Epic has roared back into theatres with the same grandeur it created years ago. Directed by visionary filmmaker SS Rajamouli, the re-release of this cinematic spectacle has turned into a nationwide celebration for fans. Within just one day of its re-release, Baahubali – The Epic has beaten James Cameron’s Avatar to claim the 10th spot among India’s highest-grossing re-released films.
According to early estimates, the film earned ₹9.25 crore on its official re-release day, following premiere shows on October 30 that collected ₹1.15 crore. This brings the total to ₹10.40 crore, pushing Avatar—which made ₹10 crore during its re-release—out of the top ten list.
A record-breaking comeback
The re-release of Baahubali – The Epic on October 31 has not only drawn massive footfall but also set a record for the highest day-one collection among re-released films in India, overtaking Pawan Kalyan’s Gabbar Singh. The phenomenal response from audiences indicates that the film’s legacy continues to grow stronger nearly a decade after its original release.
Online ticketing platforms have reported the sale of over 5 lakh tickets so far, with the momentum showing no signs of slowing down. Trade analysts suggest that Baahubali – The Epic could soon climb higher on the list of top re-released films in India if current trends continue.
Why audiences are flocking back to see Baahubali
Even after years, SS Rajamouli’s storytelling remains timeless. Baahubali – The Epic, featuring Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, Sathyaraj, Ramya Krishnan, and Nassar, redefined Indian cinema with its groundbreaking visual effects and grand narrative.
The film’s re-release comes at a time when Hollywood blockbusters like Avatar: The Way of Water have underperformed in Indian re-runs, proving that Rajamouli’s creation still commands unmatched emotional and cultural resonance among Indian viewers.
Fans have described watching Baahubali – The Epic again on the big screen as a “nostalgic yet thrilling experience.” From its epic battle sequences to its iconic dialogues, the film continues to evoke goosebumps in theatres packed with cheering audiences.
Beating Avatar—and aiming higher
By overtaking Avatar, Baahubali – The Epic has achieved something no other Indian re-release has managed in recent years. James Cameron’s film, which earned ₹10 crore during its re-release campaign, has now been pushed out of India’s top 10. With continued momentum, Baahubali could soon break into the top 5 highest-grossing re-releases, joining the ranks of legendary blockbusters like Gadar 2 and Sholay.
Insiders reveal that several multiplex chains have added extra shows to meet the growing demand, particularly in Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru—regions where Prabhas enjoys massive fan support.
The legacy continues
As Baahubali – The Epic continues its triumphant second innings, it’s clear that the film has transcended time and trends. What began as a cinematic experiment in Indian storytelling has now become a benchmark for modern epic filmmaking.
SS Rajamouli’s masterpiece, with Prabhas at its heroic core, is once again rewriting box office history—this time by proving that even years after release, true cinema has no expiry date.
