Kattappa taking on Baahubali was a novel thought: SS Rajamouli about ‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood’

The animated series is directed by Jeevan J Kang and Navin John.

SS Rajamouli, Shobu Yarlagadda, and Sharad Devarajan produced it.

Baahubali: Crown of Blood takes audiences back to the world of Mahishmati, where Baahubali and Bhallaladeva — the two rivals, join hands to protect their kingdom against the threat from the Kalakeya tribe.

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‘Animation industry has huge potential’

Explaining how the animation industry is growing with leaps and bounds, Rajamouli said for a long time, it was misconstrued that animation was meant for children. “However, the animation industry has great potential if the right stories are told. The good fanbase for Japanese animation series in Hyderabad suggests that entertainment doesn’t necessarily be only films,” he felt.

SS Rajamouli at the press meet of ‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood. (X)

“Storytelling mediums such as gaming, books, novels and comics are equally important. A section of audiences exclusively watch animation shows. And, this hints that animation has immense potential in the entertainment industry,” he remarked.

When asked about the criticism the director has been facing regarding the balance of roles in the movie RRR (2022), Rajamouli refused to comment stating that it wasn’t the appropriate time or place.

Even though RRR was a great success, fans felt that Jr NTR’s role was not as strong as compared to Ram Charan’s. There has been an incessant discussion on social media over the topic.

The ace filmmaker also revealed that Baahubali 3 is on the cards. “It will happen. I planned to make Baahubali 3 after RRR but it got delayed due to some reason. However, we are discussing with Prabhas,” Rajamouli added.

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Animated series honours Baahubali legacy: Sharad Devarajan

Sharad Devarajan, co-creator and writer-producer of Baahubali: Crown of Blood, said bringing the animated series to life has been an incredible journey for the team. “From the outset, we understood the weight of the task. Crafting an animated series that honours the Baahubali legacy isn’t an easy task.”

Sharad stated that collaborating with visionary filmmaker Rajamouli has been an honour. “With his guidance, we’re digging deeper into the world of Baahubali and unveiling its stories and mysteries.”

Baahubali: Crown of Blood promises stunning animation, rich characters, and a compelling narrative suitable for all age groups. “We’re eager to entertain audiences on Disney+ Hotstar and revolutionise Indian animation,” he added.

Actor Sharad Kelkar, who lent his voice to the character of Baahubali in Baahubali: Crown of Blood animated series, recalled his association with the Baahubali franchise.

“Working on this animated series has been very special to me. I’ve lent my voice to numerous characters but Baahubali: Crown of Blood holds a unique place in my heart. This series will elevate the franchise for both fans and viewers,” he pointed out.

He added that reviving the character and exploring new dimensions of it has been an exciting journey. “I can’t wait for the series to premiere on Disney+ Hotstar this May,” he signed off.

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