It is not every day that a film returns to theatres and pulls in crowds like it never left. But Baahubali The Epic has done exactly that. Prabhas and SS Rajamouli’s legendary saga is back on the big screen, and the response feels like a celebration in cinemas across India and overseas. Fans lined up, whistles echoed and seats filled up fast. The love for this universe is clearly as strong as ever.
This new cut brings Baahubali The Beginning and Baahubali The Conclusion together as one continuous film. The re-edited version runs for nearly three hours and forty-five minutes, offering a seamless experience. And honestly, watching this story unfold again in a single stretch adds a fresh emotional punch.
Baahubali The Epic Box Office Collection Day 1
Early estimates suggested an impressive opening. As per Sacnilk, the re-release earned around Rs 9.25 crore nett on its first full day in India. With an added Rs 1.15 crore from pre-release shows, the total stands tall at approximately Rs 10.4 crore nett. That is a stunning figure for a re-release.
To put this into perspective, Baahubali The Epic has outperformed other successful re-releases like Vijay’s Ghilli (Rs 4.87 crore) and Mahesh Babu’s Khaleja (Rs 5.75 crore). It has also surpassed some recent theatrical releases like Lokah Chapter 1 Chandra (Rs 2.71 crore) and Dragon (Rs 6.5 crore). Simply said, Baahubali still rules the box office and the hearts of fans.
What Makes This Version Special?
This is not a simple re-run. The film has been remastered, polished and trimmed in a thoughtful way. A few scenes from the first part, including some of Avantika’s arc and lighter comic moments, have been shortened. Yet the soul of the story remains untouched. The emotional beats stay intact, and the iconic moments still land with power.
The performances by Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishna and Sathyaraj shine with the same intensity. The larger-than-life world of Mahishmati, the betrayals, the emotional depth and the thunderous action sequences continue to grip the audience.
The re-release is not limited to Indian screens. It has launched in more than 1,150 cinemas around the world, including over 400 screens in the US, about 210 screens in the UK and Ireland, and theatres in the UAE, Australia, and Southeast Asia. The global fandom has shown the same enthusiasm, proving the film’s universal appeal.
Behind The Re-Edit And Making Of Baahubali The Epic
The rework itself was a detailed and technical exercise. Annapurna Studios’ CTO CV Rao explained the effort behind this new version. He told Hindustan Times, “When Baahubali first came out, each film took us four months of post-production. It took us approximately 10 weeks, or around two months, to complete the project this time around. But the bigger challenge for us was to deliver the output in multiple formats.”
The tightened narrative ensures a smoother pace, especially in the first half. A few songs and extra comic portions were trimmed, keeping the focus on the dramatic and emotional core of the tale.
Those who watched the re-release are calling it a nostalgic yet fresh experience. Many say it feels like witnessing history again, just sharper and grander. The upgraded visuals and sound help the film feel even more majestic.
