The image created by "Baahubali" has reached a point where its pride can be raised proudly across the nation.
However, since then, every subsequent movie of Prabhas has encountered obstacles and setbacks. No film has been exempt from challenges, and success has become elusive.
Questions arise: What's the issue? What's Prabhas's plan? How long can he sustain this?
Following "Baahubali," there was "Saaho," which faced its own set of challenges. The production process, including securing a proficient music director, proved to be far from a basic requirement.
The high expenses incurred in making the movie left the producers frustrated, leading to a hiatus for the director.
Then came "Radheshyam," a project with a substantial budget but uncertain release dates. The lack of updates left fans waiting anxiously. Finally, it was released but performed poorly at the box office.
"Adipurush" generated enormous disappointment among fans from the teaser alone. However, its release remained uncertain for a while, causing concern. Eventually, things apparently weren't sorted out, and the film received criticism, with audiences rejecting it.
Now, all hopes are pinned on "Salaar," but details about its release, whether it's one part or two, were kept ambiguous for a long time.
The lack of clarity around the release date raised doubts, and rumors suggested problems with the movie's production.
Despite an investment of 80 crores for the Andhra region, there was reluctance from distributors, and rumors circulated about unsold digital rights and unsatisfactory CGI work, with whispers of reshoots.
Furthermore, there's a movie by Maruti, with no official announcement to date.
Prabhas is involved in various projects, and the lack of transparency in their progress is baffling. It's unclear when movies like "Kalki," "Salaar 2," and others will see the light of day.
"Kalki" was initially slated for Sankranti, but now there's silence, and it's uncertain if it will be divided into two parts or not.
The common theme is the absence of clarity surrounding Prabhas's movies, with numerous questions and a dearth of answers or updates.
Despite these challenges, Prabhas continues to enjoy nationwide popularity and unwavering fan support. It's evident that his charisma and fan base remain intact.
The ball is in Prabhas's court to address the situation and choose his projects wisely.