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Prabhas birthday 2025: A look at his onscreen evolution in 23 years
Updated On: 23 October, 2025 11:21 AM IST | Athulya Nambiar
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
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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
.jpeg "<p><strong>Eeswar (2002)</strong></p>
<p>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</p>")
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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
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.jpeg "<p><strong>Varsham (2004) </strong></p>
<p>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</p>")
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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
.jpeg "<p><strong>Chatrapathi (2005) </strong></p>
<p>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</p>")
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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
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.jpeg "<p><strong>Bujjigadu (2008)</strong></p>
<p>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</p>")
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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
.jpeg "<p><strong>Billa (2009)</strong></p>
<p>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</p>")
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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
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.jpeg "<p><strong>Darling (2010)</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>")
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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.
.jpeg "<p><strong>Mr Perfect (2011)</strong></p>
<p>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</p>")
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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
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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
.jpeg "<p><strong>Baahubali 1 (2015)</strong></p>
<p>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</p>")
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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
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.jpeg "<p><strong>Baahubali 2 (2017)</strong></p>
<p>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</p>")
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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
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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
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.jpeg "<p><strong>Kalki 2898 AD (2024) </strong></p>
<p>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</p>")
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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
.jpeg "<p><strong>The Raja Saab (2026) </strong></p>
<p>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</p>")
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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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A photographer holds up the lights during a photo session by the Madh Island seashore. PIC/NIMESH DAVE
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