SS Rajamouli’s ‘Baahubali: The Epic’, a remastered version of his legendary two-part saga, continues its strong theatrical run, closing its Day 3 (Sunday) with an impressive total of ₹22.56 crore in India.
Released in theatres on October 31, the re-edited epic has now become the highest-earning re-released film in Indian cinema history, surpassing the Hindi version of Baahubali: The Beginning’s opening weekend total of ₹22.35 crore.
‘Baahubali: The Epic’ Box Office Collection – Day-Wise Breakdown
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹9.65 crore nett (including ₹1.15 crore from special premieres)
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹7.3 crore nett
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹4.46 crore nett
With a weekend total of ₹22.56 crore, Baahubali: The Epic has outperformed expectations and reaffirmed the franchise’s unbeatable legacy. Despite a slight dip on Sunday, the film maintained a solid 50.50% occupancy rate, indicating consistent interest across theatres.
A Re-Release Unlike Any Other
Unlike typical re-releases, Baahubali: The Epic is a remastered and condensed feature that merges both Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017) into one seamless film.
The runtime of more than five hours from the two originals has been re-edited into a 3-hour 44-minute version, preserving the grandeur while offering a tighter cinematic experience. The upgraded visuals, sound, and editing have given audiences a fresh reason to revisit the kingdom of Mahishmati on the big screen.
Cast and Storyline
The film stars Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, and Ramya Krishnan, along with Tamannaah Bhatia, Sathyaraj, and Nassar in key roles.
The story follows Shivudu (Prabhas) as he discovers his royal lineage and transforms into Amarendra Baahubali, leading to his legendary clash with Bhallaladeva (Rana Daggubati).
Rajamouli’s storytelling, combined with the larger-than-life visuals and emotional core, continues to attract fans years after its original release.
Box Office Context and Comparison
With ₹22.56 crore in its opening weekend, Baahubali: The Epic has achieved what few re-releases manage — strong occupancy, steady footfall, and top rankings at the national box office.
The film’s collections also surpass several recent big-ticket releases, including:
- Kesari Chapter 2 (₹7.75 crore Day 1)
- Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari (₹9.25 crore Day 1)
- Param Sundari (₹7.25 crore Day 1)
- Deva (₹5.5 crore Day 1)
- Thamma (₹3 crore on its second Friday)
This comparison underlines the power of the Baahubali brand — even a decade later, it continues to outperform new films with massive budgets and star casts.
The Legacy Continues
Originally released in 2015 and 2017, the Baahubali films revolutionized Indian cinema with their scale, storytelling, and technical brilliance. The second film, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, remains the third-highest-grossing Indian movie of all time.
With this re-release, SS Rajamouli’s magnum opus has once again proven that great cinema transcends time.
Final Words
Baahubali: The Epic is more than a re-release — it’s a reminder of why Indian audiences fell in love with Rajamouli’s world in the first place.
With ₹22.56 crore collected in just three days and strong weekday trends expected, the film has set a new benchmark for re-released titles and reaffirmed its place as one of the most celebrated franchises in Indian film history.
