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Rana Daggubati Reflects on Baahubali’s Gruelling Journey and Enduring Impact
Rana Daggubati reveals the hardships and triumphs behind Baahubali’s six-year shoot, highlighting Rajamouli’s vision and the film’s lasting legacy.
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Dumtika Editorial
April 7, 2026 · 1 min read
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Rana Daggubati Reflects on Baahubali’s Gruelling Journey and Enduring Impact
Rana Daggubati, who mesmerised audiences as Bhallaladeva in the epic "Baahubali" series, recently opened up about the immense challenges faced during the making of the legendary film. His revelations offer a rare glimpse into the scale and ambition behind director S.S. Rajamouli’s magnum opus, which also starred Prabhas in the titular role.
Having built a reputation for choosing diverse and bold projects, Rana described the Baahubali experience as a true test of endurance and creativity. He recalled, “We shot that for like six years or something. So most of those were like that. It’s not about one scene because, at that point, we were discovering how to make that film as well.” Rana acknowledged that the team was venturing into new territory for Indian cinema, pushing boundaries in war choreography and visual effects. "It needed a master like Rajamouli and a team that came together for that vision," he shared.
Rana also reflected on his personal transformation over the years, saying, “Not the hot guy. My physicality changed... And the first person who recognised me was an immigration officer who was African-American. I took my mask off. He said, ‘Wow, that’s King Bhallaladeva.’” The actor expressed pride in the film’s enduring legacy, adding, “This film is ageing beautifully, and that’s four or five years after the film. So, I think cinema is forever. It creates an impact that doesn’t go off.”
With Baahubali’s cultural resonance still strong, fans of Rana and Rajamouli eagerly anticipate their future projects, curious to see what cinematic frontiers they will explore next.
