Did you know Prabhas rejected these films besides ‘Thani Oruvan’?

By South First Desk Jul 07, 2024 Read the article Telugu

Prabhas is considered a bankable star; thanks to the Baahubali (2015, 2017) franchise.

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Did you know actor Prabhas has turned down several hit films that later starred Allu Arjun, Mahesh Babu, and Jr NTR? Here is the list.

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Directed by Gunasekhar and produced by MS Raju, Okkadu (2003) achieved a cult status in Telugu cinema. Prabhas turned down the offer, considering the storyline too risky.

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Directed by SS Rajamouli Simhadri (2003) features Jr NTR, Bhumika Chawla, and Ankitha, in prominent roles. Prabhas declined the role, feeling he didn’t suit the mass appeal of the film.

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Directed by Vamshi Paidipally, the blockbuster Brindavanam (2010) had to be declined by Prabhas as he was shooting for Darling (2010) and Mr Perfect (2011) at that time.

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Released on 9 January 2013, Naayak received generally positive reviews and emerged as the fifth highest-grossing Telugu film of 2013.

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Thani Oruvan marked a significant milestone in the careers of both Mohan Raja and Jayam Ravi, becoming a blockbuster.

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However, around the same period, Prabhas was offered to direct Velayudham (2011) with Vijay, which influenced his decision to pursue the concept of a cop thriller instead.

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