Prabhas: Biography, Movies, Awards & Latest News
Biography
Full Name: Uppalapati Venkata Suryanarayana Prabhas Raju
Birth Date: 23 October 1979
Birth Place: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Prabhas comes from a family with strong ties to Telugu cinema. His uncle Krishnam Raju is a well-known actor and politician. Despite completing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Prabhas chose acting as his career path.
Early Life & Education
Prabhas completed his schooling at Krishna Mahesh High School, Bhimavaram. He pursued Mechanical Engineering at Vishweshwaraya College, Bhimavaram. From a young age, he was passionate about acting and decided to follow his dream in the film industry.
Career & Movies
Prabhas made his acting debut in Eeswar (2002). He gained early recognition with films like Varsham (2004) and Chatrapathi (2005). The Baahubali series (2015-2017) made him a global sensation.
Popular Movies
| Year | Movie | Role | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Eeswar | Eeswar | Telugu |
| 2004 | Varsham | Venkat | Telugu |
| 2005 | Chatrapathi | Siva / Chatrapathi | Telugu |
| 2007 | Yogi | Yogi | Telugu |
| 2010 | Darling | Prabhas “Prabha” | Telugu |
| 2011 | Billa | Billa / Ranga | Telugu |
| 2015 | Baahubali: The Beginning | Amarendra / Mahendra Baahubali | Telugu / Hindi / Tamil |
| 2017 | Baahubali: The Conclusion | Amarendra / Mahendra Baahubali | Telugu / Hindi / Tamil |
| 2023 | Salaar | Deva (Salaar) | Telugu |
| 2025 | Kalki 2898 AD | Bhairava | Telugu / Hindi / Tamil |
Box Office & Ratings
| Movie | Box Office Collection | IMDb Rating | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varsham | ₹15 Crore | 7.5/10 | Telugu |
| Chatrapathi | ₹28 Crore | 7.2/10 | Telugu |
| Baahubali: The Beginning | ₹650 Crore | 8.0/10 | Telugu / Hindi / Tamil |
| Baahubali: The Conclusion | ₹1810 Crore | 8.2/10 | Telugu / Hindi / Tamil |
| Salaar | ₹580 Crore | 7.5/10 | Telugu |
| Kalki 2898 AD | ₹1100 Crore | 7.8/10 | Telugu / Hindi / Tamil |
Awards & Achievements
- Filmfare Awards South – Best Actor for Varsham (2004) and Chatrapathi (2005)
- SIIMA Awards – Best Actor for Baahubali series (2015, 2017)
- CineMAA Awards – Best Actor for Baahubali series
- Santosham Film Awards – Best Actor for Baahubali: The Conclusion
- Television & Media recognition – Most Popular Actor of South India (2017, 2018)
- Recognized internationally for Baahubali as one of the highest-grossing Indian films
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Eeswar | Eeswar | Telugu |
| 2003 | Raghavendra | Raghava | Telugu |
| 2004 | Varsham | Venkat | Telugu |
| 2004 | Adavi Ramudu | Ramudu | Telugu |
| 2005 | Chakram | Chakram | Telugu |
| 2005 | Chatrapathi | Siva / Chatrapathi | Telugu |
| 2006 | Pournami | Sivakeshava Naidu | Telugu |
| 2007 | Yogi | Eeswar Prasad / Yogi | Telugu |
| 2007 | Munna | Munna | Telugu |
| 2008 | Bujjigadu | Bujji / Linga Raju | Telugu |
| 2009 | Billa | Billa / Ranga | Telugu |
| 2009 | Ek Niranjan | Chotu | Telugu |
| 2010 | Darling | Prabhas “Prabha” | Telugu |
| 2011 | Mr. Perfect | Vicky | Telugu |
| 2012 | Rebel | Rishi / Rebel | Telugu |
| 2012 | Denikaina Ready | Himself (voice-over) | Telugu |
| 2013 | Mirchi | Jai | Telugu |
| 2014 | Action Jackson | Himself (Cameo) | Hindi |
| 2015 | Baahubali: The Beginning | Amarendra / Mahendra Baahubali | Telugu / Hindi / Tamil |
| 2017 | Baahubali: The Conclusion | Amarendra / Mahendra Baahubali | Telugu / Hindi / Tamil |
| 2019 | Saaho | Siddhanth Nandan Saaho / Ashok | Telugu / Hindi |
| 2022 | Radhe Shyam | Vikramaditya | Hindi / Telugu |
| 2023 | Adipurush | Raghava (Ram) | Hindi / Telugu |
| 2023 | Salaar | Deva / Salaar | Telugu / Multiple |
| 2024 | Kalki 2898 AD | Bhairava / Kalki | Telugu / Hindi / Tamil |
| 2025 | Kannappa | Nandi / Shiva | Telugu |
Personal Life
Prabhas is known for keeping his personal life private. He is admired for his dedication, humility, and disciplined lifestyle. Fitness and health are a major part of his routine.
Fun Facts
- Took a break of 5 years after Baahubali to select quality scripts
- One of the highest-paid actors in Telugu cinema
- Loves traveling and is close to his family
Latest News & Upcoming Projects
2025 Update: Prabhas is currently working on several exciting projects:
- Fauzi: A period drama directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, set in a historical backdrop. It will be a two-part epic.
- Spirit: Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Prabhas plays a police officer, with Triptii Dimri co-starring. Possible open-ending for a sequel.
- The RajaSaab: A horror-comedy directed by Maruthi, co-starring Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, and Nidhhi Agerwal. Scheduled for release on 9 January 2026. OTT rights secured by Netflix.
Conclusion
Prabhas is a talented actor whose journey from early films to global recognition with the Baahubali franchise continues to inspire millions of fans. With upcoming projects like Fauzi, Spirit, and The RajaSaab, and his latest releases like Kalki 2898 AD, he continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
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