Prabhas at 46: Charting the evolution of the pan-India star from Eeshwar to The Raja Saab

From a shy romantic in Eeshwar to a larger-than-life force in The Raja Saab, Prabhas’ cinematic journey spans over two decades of transformation and triumph. As the Pan-India superstar turns 46, we look back at how his onscreen roles have evolved, reflecting his growth as both an actor and a phenomenon

Updated On: 2025-10-23 11:21 AM IST

Compiled by : Athulya Nambiar

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Eeswar (2002)

Prabhas made his big screen debut playing the titular character in Jayantha  C. Paranjee's directorial. The film revolves around Easwar, an assassin, who is on a mission to kill the Governor of the State and her granddaughter. However, Easwar has a disturbing past that no one else is aware of

Varsham (2004) 

He was then seen in the romantic action film opposite Trisha. Varsham emerged as a box office blockbuster, marking a breakthrough role for Prabhas. Prabhas plays the character Venkat, a carefree and passionate young man whose life revolves around love and destiny. This role established Prabhas as a romantic action hero in Telugu cinema and remains one of his most iconic early performances

Chatrapathi (2005)

In this action film also directed by S. S. Rajamouli, Prabhas played the role of Sivaji, a refugee who becomes a hero for his people. His powerful, intense performance and charismatic screen presence were widely praised

Bujjigadu (2008)

In 2008, Prabhas once again collaborated with Trisha for Puri Jaggannadh's action-comedy film 'Bujjigadu'. The film released to positive reviews and was later remade in Bangladesh as Pagla Deewana with Pori Moni & Shahriaz

Billa (2009)

Prabhas's film Billa was a very visually stylish film.  The film stars Prabhas in a dual role alongside Krishnam Raju, Anushka Shetty, Namitha, Rahman, and Kelly Dorjee. A remake of the 1978 Hindi film Don by Salim–Javed

Darling (2010)

A romantic comedy that showcased Prabhas's more charming and lighter side. His endearing chemistry with co-star Kajal Aggarwal was a highlight of the film.

Mr Perfect (2011)

Prabhas plays the role of Vicky, a gaming software expert who believes that life should be lived without any compromises. The movie revolves around his journey of learning the importance of compromise in a relationship

Mirchi (2013)

This action-drama showcased Prabhas's ability to balance charm and intensity. His nuanced performance, which involved a man returning to his village to end family feuds, earned him the Nandi Award for Best Actor

Baahubali 1 (2015)

Prabhas's portrayal of the young Sivudu and his powerful yet noble father captivated audiences across India, cementing his status as a pan-Indian star

Baahubali 2 (2017)

In the sequel, Prabhas's performance was widely acclaimed for its emotional depth and commanding screen presence, which was central to the film's success

Salaaar (2023)

In Salaar, Prabhas portrays Deva, a man of immense power and a brutally violent past who now lives a life of determined, ritualistic restraint. His performance is defined by a silent, brooding intensity, in contrast to the more dialogue-heavy roles he has played before

Kalki 2898 AD (2024)

In this sci-fi epic, Prabhas impressed critics and audiences with his performance as the bounty hunter Bhairava, proving his versatility and star power in a futuristic setting

The Raja Saab (2026) 

The actor will next be seen in this horror comedy drama, a genre the actor has not explored before. The film promises to be a blend of drama, humour, romance and spooky

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