The trailer for the spin-off animated series 'Baahubali: Crown of Blood' is out now. Tune in on May 17th to see if it surpasses the original.
S.S. Rajamouli is coming with his latest project, ‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood,’ a captivating animated series exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar. Drawing from the epic ‘Baahubali’ film franchise, this series serves as a dynamic spin-off of the original plotline. While the films showcased Baahubali and Bhallaladeva as bitter adversaries, the trailer for this new series unveils a surprising alliance between them, united in safeguarding Mahishmati. ‘Bahubali: Crown of Blood’ transports viewers to a time long before the events chronicled in the films. Before this animated spin off of ‘Baahubali,’ let us explore other spin-off movies that outshine the originals.
Drawing inspiration from the iconic Hasbro and Takara Tomy's Transformers toy line, 'Bumblebee' emerges as a thrilling sci-fi film. Positioned as the sixth chapter in the ‘Transformers’ saga, it stands apart as both a spin-off and a prequel to the 2007 blockbuster. Bumblebee, the Autobot connected to humanity, takes centre stage, set against the vibrant backdrop of the late 80s. This movie garnered widespread acclaim, surpassing its predecessors in both fan adoration and critical acclaim. With its narrative and nostalgic charm, this compact spin-off rejuvenates a franchise once thought to have lost its spark, breathing new life into the iconic saga.
'Hobbs & Shaw', a buddy action comedy helmed by director David Leitch, marks the first spin-off and ninth instalment in the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise. Positioned after ‘The Fate of the Furious’ (2017), it showcases the evolution of Hobbs and Shaw from former adversaries to integral characters in the saga. In earlier ‘Fast & Furious’ films, both Hobbs and Shaw started as antagonists. However, Hobbs eventually aligned with Dom’s crew before parting ways, whereas Shaw's transition into a more heroic figure occurred in the eighth instalment. This shift in character dynamics sets the stage for the delightful buddy adventure ‘Hobbs & Shaw’ that immediately follows in the franchise's continuity.
'Birds of Prey', directed by Cathy Yan and penned by Christina Hodson, brings the DC Comics team the Birds of Prey to life in a superhero extravaganza. Serving as the eighth chapter in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), it doubles as both a spin-off and sequel to ‘Suicide Squad.’ Led by Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, the ensemble cast includes Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Rosie Perez, Chris Messina, Ella Jay Basco, Ali Wong, and Ewan McGregor. This narrative, with its spotlight on Harley, allows her and her newfound ‘teammates’ ample space to showcase their individuality and charm, a refreshing departure from the constraints that hampered the bizarre cast in ‘Suicide Squad.’
A spin-off within the ‘X-Men’ film series and its eighth instalment, 'Deadpool' emerges as a superhero flick centering on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. With Ryan Reynolds leading the charge in the titular role, the ensemble includes Morena Baccarin, Ed Skrein, T. J. Miller, Gina Carano, and Brianna Hildebrand. Reynolds' earlier rendition of Deadpool in ‘X-Men Origins: Wolverine’ faced criticism, but his subsequent portrayal, shaped by his creative input, resonated strongly with audiences, capturing the essence of the beloved comic-book figure.
'Penguins of Madagascar', an animated spy action comedy, extends from the ‘Madagascar’ franchise as a spin-off. Directed by Eric Darnell and Simon J. Smith, the film features the vocal talents of Tom McGrath, Chris Miller, Christopher Knights, Conrad Vernon, Benedict Cumberbatch, Ken Jeong, Annet Mahendru, Peter Stormare, and John Malkovich. Beyond the original film's success lies the continued triumph of the delightfully quirky and militaristic penguins in ‘Penguins of Madagascar,’ who originally served as supporting characters in the ‘Madagascar’ series.
