Baahubali Producer Clears Hrithik Roshan Casting Rumors: "Prabhas Was Always the Choice"

In a recent interview, Baahubali producer Shobu Yarlagadda has firmly denied the long-standing rumors that Hrithik Roshan was ever considered for the lead role in the blockbuster franchise. Yarlagadda clarified that Prabhas was the only actor in mind for the iconic character from the very beginning, and no auditions or offers were made to any other actors.

This statement puts to rest the speculation that has surrounded the Baahubali films for years. Director SS Rajamouli had previously made comments comparing Prabhas and Hrithik Roshan, which had sparked controversy at the time. However, Rajamouli later acknowledged that his choice of words was not appropriate, and he has a deep respect for Hrithik Roshan.

Now, as the Baahubali saga is set to return to theaters with a combined re-release of the two films in October 2025, the franchise continues to captivate audiences. The removal of the films from Netflix has further fueled speculation about the upcoming re-release, which is sure to be a highly anticipated event for fans of the epic saga.