SS Rajamouli’s monumental franchise returns to theatres with Baahubali – The Epic, a re-edited 3-hour-45-minute version that merges Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion into a single cinematic experience. The film premiered in the US to an enthusiastic response, with Gautam Ghattamaneni, son of superstar Mahesh Babu, sharing his excitement after attending the premiere. Gautam called the enhanced version “incredible,” adding that it was a proud moment to see a Telugu film receive such global recognition.
Early audience reactions have been overwhelmingly positive. Viewers praised the pace, visuals, and sound design, noting that the film “doesn’t feel dated” and is “properly optimized for IMAX.” Fans also appreciated that it didn’t look like a “cheap rerelease cash grab,” thanking Rajamouli for bringing the world of Baahubali back to the big screen.
Adding to the excitement, the re-edited cut includes a brand-new sequence featuring Nassar, which plays during the “Nippule Swasaga” song when Mahendra Baahubali enters Mahishmathi to free Devasena. With audiences calling it “wholesome” and “goosebump-inducing,” Baahubali – The Epic promises a grand theatrical experience and a nostalgic return to one of Indian cinema’s greatest sagas.
