SS Rajamouli’s Baahubali: The Epic released in theatres on October 31, 2025, and has opened to an impressive response from fans and trade circles alike. The re-mastered version of Rajamouli’s magnum opus, combining both parts of Baahubali, has managed to recreate the magic on the big screen once again.
Strong Opening for the Telugu Version
According to early trade reports, Baahubali: The Epic earned ₹1.15 crore on its opening day, Thursday, entirely from its Telugu version. The collections saw a significant jump on the following day, with Friday bringing in ₹9.25 crore (early estimates).
This brings the film’s total two-day box office collection to an impressive ₹10.4 crore.
High Occupancy Across Theatres
On Friday, the film recorded an overall Telugu occupancy rate of 63.63%, showing a strong upward trend as the day progressed.
- Morning shows: 53.02%
- Afternoon shows: 59.36%
- Evening shows: 65.18%
- Night shows: 76.97%
This steady growth reflects the continued excitement surrounding Rajamouli’s cinematic masterpiece and the nostalgia that fans still feel for the franchise.
A Refined Cinematic Experience
Baahubali: The Epic is a re-mastered version of the two-part saga — Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) and Baahubali: The Conclusion (2017). Produced by Arka Media Works, the film has been visually enhanced with superior color grading, restored sound design, and tighter editing for a smoother narrative experience.
The new version also includes a few unseen sequences that make the storytelling more cohesive. With a total runtime of approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes, it offers fans a grand, immersive experience that pays homage to the monumental legacy of Baahubali.
Revisiting the Legacy of Baahubali
Nearly a decade after the original’s release, Baahubali continues to remain one of Indian cinema’s most iconic franchises. SS Rajamouli’s vision, combined with stellar performances from Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishnan, and Sathyaraj, redefined Indian filmmaking and set global benchmarks for visual storytelling.
The strong response to Baahubali: The Epic proves that audiences are still deeply connected to the saga and its world of Mahishmati.
Jay-Ho Insider
With ₹10.4 crore in just two days and strong word-of-mouth driving its performance, Baahubali: The Epic is poised for a successful theatrical run. For audiences, it’s not just a re-release — it’s a nostalgic return to one of India’s most breathtaking cinematic experiences, now reimagined in a visually superior form.
