The cinematic universe of Baahubali is about to gain a new life — this time, in animation. The Indian classic directed by SS Rajamouli, known worldwide for RRR , returns with Baahubali: The Eternal War , a CG feature film that promises to raise the bar for Asian animation and put India on the global map of the genre.
With a planned release in 2027 , Baahubali: The Eternal War – Part 1 will be directed by Ishan Shukla ( Star Wars: Visions – The Golak Bandits ) and written by Scott Mosier ( The Grinch ). The project marks India's first major step towards high-level technical and narrative animation, with ambitions to compete alongside Japanese and Western productions.
The plot continues directly after the events of Baahubali: The Beginning , following Prince Amarendra Baahubali on his journey through the afterlife, embroiled in a cosmic battle between devas (gods) and asuras (demons). Actor Prabhas returns to voice the protagonist, while Ramya Krishna reprises his role as Sivagami .
The production brings together some of the world's biggest animation studios: Aniventure (UK) , Zaratan (Scotland) , Alcyde (France) , Les Androids Associés (France) , and Mihira Visual Labs (India) , under the coordination of Arka Mediaworks , responsible for the original films. The visual style, compared to Spider-Verse and Arcane , promises a bold, cinematic, and highly stylized look.
Creator Rajamouli emphasized that the project was born "organically," as a natural expansion of the universe that has won over millions of fans. According to him, the goal is to unite tradition, mythology, and technology to create an experience that resonates with a global audience.
With an international team, an ambitious proposal, and a legendary legacy, Baahubali: The Eternal War has everything it takes to redefine the standards of Indian animation and inspire a new generation of filmmakers in the country. More than just a spin-off, this project symbolizes the beginning of a new era—where Indian "anime" shows its power to the world.
