Prior to 'Baahubali: Crown of Blood,’ were you aware of the earlier animated series 'Baahubali: The Lost Legends'?
Recently unleashed, the trailer for 'Baahubali: Crown of Blood' heralds the arrival of an animated action series, serving as a captivating spin-off of SS Rajamouli's esteemed ‘Baahubali’ franchise. Produced by Rajamouli, Devarajan, and Shobu Yarlagadda, and directed by Jeevan J. Kang and Navin John, this animated series offers a fresh take on the original plot. In a narrative twist, the trailer unveils an unexpected alliance between the erstwhile enemies, Baahubali and Bhallaladeva, as they join forces to safeguard the kingdom of Mahishmati. This departure from their previous enmity adds a compelling layer of intrigue to the storyline. This isn't the first foray into animation for the 'Baahubali' franchise. Fans may also recall the 2017 release of 'Baahubali: The Lost Legends' on Amazon Prime. Let's explore this previous animation further.
'Baahubali: The Lost Legends' is an animated television series, a part of the 'Baahubali' franchise produced by Arka Media Works and Graphic India. Positioned chronologically before the events of 'Baahubali: The Beginning' and 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion', the series delves into the prelude to the Kalakeya invasion, when both Baahubali and Bhallaladeva are youthful heirs to the throne of Mahishmati.
Across its five seasons, the series unveils the saga of two brothers vying for supremacy over the legendary kingdom, embarking on epic journeys to prove their worthiness of the crown. It unveils hitherto untold tales of beloved characters such as Prince Baahubali, Bhallaladeva, Kattappa, and Sivagami, while introducing a plethora of new faces to enrich the narrative.
Initially released on Amazon Prime Video, the series captivated audiences with its enthralling storytelling and vivid animation. Subsequently, Colors TV secured the television rights, ensuring wider accessibility for fans to immerse themselves in the mesmerising world of 'Baahubali'.
Who hasn't heard of the epic saga 'Baahubali'? Directed by the visionary S. S. Rajamouli, who collaborated on the screenplay with V. Vijayendra Prasad, the first instalment of this epic franchise, 'Baahubali: The Beginning', hit theatres in 2015, quickly becoming a nationwide sensation. Its successor, 'Baahubali: The Conclusion', surpassed even its predecessor's colossal success, cementing its status as a monumental commercial triumph.
With a budget of Rs.180 crore, 'Baahubali: The Beginning' set a new benchmark for Indian cinema as the most expensive film ever made at the time of its release. Its sequel, created with an estimated budget of Rs.250 crore, further raised the bar. Both films garnered widespread acclaim, both domestically and internationally, for Rajamouli's masterful direction, gripping storyline, breathtaking visual effects, stunning cinematography, resonant themes, action sequences, captivating music, and stellar performances. Their unprecedented success shattered box office records, setting new standards for Indian cinema. At the heart of this epic action-drama are stellar performances by a star-studded ensemble cast including Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, Rana Daggubati, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishnan, Sathyaraj, Nassar, and others, each contributing their talents to bring this mesmerising tale to life on the silver screen.
