'Baahubali', 'Chatrapathi', 'Pournami': TOP 5 performances of Rebel Star Prabhas to watch before 'Salaar Part 1: The Ceasefire'

The Rebel Star, Prabhas, is gearing up for 'Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire' directed by Prashanth Neel of 'KGF' fame. The movie is anticipated to be a blockbuster, following the massive success of his previous hit, Baahubali. Scheduled for release on December 22, it is set to go head-to-head with Shah Rukh Khan's 'Dunki.' Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran play the leading roles, joined by a stellar cast including Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, Bobby Simha, Tinnu Anand, Easwari Rao, Sriya Reddy, and Ramachandra Raju. Ahead of the release of 'Salaar', here we give you a rundown of FIVE top films of Prabhas that you must watch!

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Pournami is an action-packed Telugu musical dance film directed by Prabhu Deva. The movie features a stellar cast including Prabhas, Trisha, Charmy, Sindhu Tolani, and Rahul Dev, and it hit the screens on April 21, 2006. Drawing inspiration from the 2001 Brazilian film 'Behind the Sun,' starring Rodrigo Santoro, Pournami weaves a unique tale. The Brazilian film itself was an adaptation of the novel 'Broken April' by Albanian author Ismail Kadare. Notably, Pournami showcases the impressive performance of Prabhas.

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'Chatrapathi' is a Telugu action film. It was co-written and directed by S. S. Rajamouli. The movie features Prabhas and Shriya Saran in lead roles, supported by Shafi, Bhanupriya, and Pradeep Rawat, with guest appearances by Aarthi Agarwal and Mumaith Khan. Released on September 29, 2005, Chatrapathi quickly became a blockbuster, surpassing expectations by earning an estimated distributors' share of ₹32 crore against a budget of ₹12.5 crore. The film's success underscores its gripping storyline and strong performances, making it a significant achievement in Telugu cinema.

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'Rebel' is an action film penned and directed by Raghava Lawrence. It boasts an impressive ensemble cast that includes Prabhas, Tamannaah Bhatia, Krishnam Raju, Deeksha Seth, Mukesh Rishi, K. C. Shankar, Pradeep Rawat, Ali, and Brahmanandam. The movie received mixed reviews from critics. They lauded the standout performances of Prabhas and Tamannaah, the thrilling action sequences, and the high production values. However, criticism was directed at the plot, screenplay, and technical aspects. Despite the varied opinions, Rebel stands out for its engaging performances and captivating action scenes, making it a noteworthy entry in the action film genre.

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Mirchi is an action-packed drama, marking the directorial debut of Koratala Siva. The movie stars Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, and Richa Gangopadhyay, with a supporting cast that includes Sathyaraj, Nadhiya Moidu, Sampath Raj, Adithya Menon, Subbaraju, and Brahmanandam. Originally titled Vaaradhi, it was later renamed Mirchi. The film garnered positive reviews from critics for its engaging storyline and stellar performances. It emerged as one of the highest-grossing Telugu films in 2013, cementing its success among audiences and establishing itself as a notable entry in the action-drama genre.

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Baahubali: The Beginning, released in 2015, is an epic action film co-written and directed by S. S. Rajamouli. This Tollywood production was a groundbreaking venture as it was shot in both Telugu and Tamil languages simultaneously. The film stars Prabhas in a dual role, alongside Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishna, Sathyaraj, and Nassar. Serving as the first installment of a two-part series, the story revolves around Sivudu, a daring young man who aids his love interest Avantika in rescuing Devasena, the former queen of Mahishmati, now imprisoned by the tyrannical king Bhallaladeva. The narrative reaches its conclusion in the sequel, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion.

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