Did Prabhas just confirm Baahubali 3? Viral video reignites speculation

Nearly a decade after Baahubali: The Beginning redefined Indian cinema, speculation surrounding a third installment in the blockbuster franchise has resurfaced after actors Prabhas, Rana Daggubati and Anushka Shetty appeared to tease a possible return to Mahishmati.

A clip from the documentary Baahubali: The Torchbearer has gone viral on social media, reigniting fan hopes that filmmaker SS Rajamouli's epic franchise may not have reached its conclusion after all.

In the video, Rana Daggubati is heard saying, "I don't know if I should say this publicly, but since Rajamouli and Shobu garu aren't here, I will just say what's on my mind. The world may not be ready yet, but there will be Baahubali..." before stopping mid-sentence.

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Moments later, Prabhas flashes three fingers while smiling, triggering laughter from those present, including Anushka Shetty. The clip ends with the phrase, "And the legacy continues!", further fueling speculation among fans.

Viral clip sends fans into frenzy

The exchange quickly went viral, with social media users interpreting it as a subtle confirmation that Baahubali 3 could be in development.

Several fans described the moment as an unofficial announcement, with many expressing excitement over the possibility of witnessing the return of one of Indian cinema's most successful franchises.

However, neither SS Rajamouli nor the makers have officially confirmed a third installment. There has also been no announcement regarding the format, storyline or production timeline of a potential continuation.

A franchise that changed Indian cinema

The film released in 2015, Baahubali: The Beginning was a game changer for Indian cinema. Directed by SS Rajamouli, Baahubali: The Beginning starred Prabhas playing dual roles along with Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishnan, Sathyaraj and Nassar.

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Its sequel, titled Baahubali: The Conclusion was released in 2017 and went on to become one of the highest grossing Indian films with a total earnings of approximately ₹1,788 crore worldwide.

The two films were released last year as Baahubali: The Epic to introduce this saga to yet another generation of fans in multiple languages.

Though the fans are looking forward to being able to return to Mahishmati, the filmmakers are keeping mum on the matter, making Baahubali 3 a subject of pure speculation.

FAQs

Q1. Is there any announcement for Baahubali 3?

There has been no official statement from SS Rajamouli or the producers regarding Baahubali 3.

Q2. What makes fans speculate about Baahubali 3?

There was a viral video of Prabhas, Rana Daggubati and Anushka Shetty that made people think of Baahubali 3.