S. S. Rajamouli, the visionary Indian director and screenwriter, has etched his name in the annals of cinematic history. Born on October 10, 1973, Rajamouli is a master of epic storytelling, weaving grand narratives that leave an indelible mark on audiences. RRR with RC and Jr NTR has made a significant record in the history of the Indian Film Industry.
Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) catapulted Rajamouli to global acclaim. This magnum opus, set in a mythical medieval world, unfolds with breathtaking visuals—towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, and lush forests. The film introduces us to the Mahishmati kingdom, where intrigue, jealousy, and epic war sequences converge. Prabhas, the titular Baahubali, and Rana Daggubati, the formidable Bhallaladeva, leave an indelible mark.
Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017) continued the saga, breaking box office records. It became India’s highest-grossing film, selling over 100 million tickets during its run. Rajamouli’s vision and the cast’s stellar performances elevated Baahubali to legendary status.
RRR with RC and Jr NTR:
Initially, after Bahubali: The Beginning and Bahubali : The conclusion, Rajamouli did not plan for such a big scale film. He wante to make a love triangle story with small scale budget. He wanted to cast Ram Charan and Jr NTR along with a notable actress in the love triangle. But the suggestion of SS Rajamouli’s wife that People do not want love stories. That is how the RRR story started and that film made wonders to the Indian cinema history.
RRR (2022): The film featured Ram Charan and Jr NTR in lead roles along with stellar star cast in the film. This historical drama set back pre independence era is truly a magnificient work so far. This film has taken the Telugu cinema to a whole new stage. RRR took tollywood to Oscars stage and let the world look at Tollywood making the lead stars as global stars. The entire film was filled with exceptional performances of the stars portraying the real struggle with apt emotions.
Rajamouli’s influence extends beyond borders. His films resonate with audiences worldwide. From the mythical realms of Baahubali to the recent blockbuster RRR (2022), Rajamouli remains a cinematic force. His accolades include a Padma Shri and a place on Time’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world.