When the news of Baahubali: The Eternal War – Part 1 hit the headlines in late 2025, the entire Indian cinema took notice. It is a full-fledged 3D animated feature film with a budget of ₹120 crore and expands the mythical world of the Baahubali movies into the realm of animation.
What is the New Baahubali addition about
The new movie in the Baahubali saga will not be a live-action sequel to the existing movies. It is a continuation of that world, in an animated avatar, and it introduces a new dimension.
The teaser released on 4th November 2025 has left fans stunned, with many describing it as an “Arcane-level animation.”
Why this project matters for Indian Animation?
This project could play very big role in redefining Indian animation. Be it the budget or the global collaboration, let’s look at the factors which make this project special
Budget and Scale
This movie, with a budget if ₹120 crore, is one of the most expensive animated movies produced in India yet.
Global Collaboration
International talent from studios in France, the UK, and Scotland is working with Indian animators to produce the movie set in a mythical world.
Expanding the Franchise
This project does not repeat the past movies, it rather extends the universe and takes it to the global audience. It also moves away from the existing live-action movies and enters the realm of animation.
Indian animations Innovation
This project marks a milestone in Indian film-tech evolution with the fusion of mythological storytelling with high-end animation.
Where Does the Story Go
The story, set between the events of Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, follows Amarendra Baahubali’s journey through the otherworldly realm after his death.
It shows him battling divine forces, forging alliances, and reshaping destiny.
The Challenges Ahead
The bigger the project, the bigger the challenges, and ths project is no exception. It faces challenges of its own.
Maturity of Animation market
The animation industry in India is still playing catch-up with the standards set up by Hollywood. So pulling off such a top-tier release globally will not be an easy feat.
Expectations from the Audience
With the live-action Baahubali films achieving massive success, the expectations from the new project are high. It would need to match the legacy of the existing films.
Timeline and Enthusiasm
With the release of Baahubali: The Eternal War Part 1 slated for 2027, it would be important to see how the production team would be able to maintain the enthusiasm among the fans for so long.
The movie Baahubali: The Eternal War Part 1 is much more than a sequel. It is a new frontier for the Baahubali franchise and the Indian animation industry. It targets both die-hard fans and a new generation of viewers with a mixture of myth and 3D animation.
FAQs
Q. Is Baahubali: The Eternal War the third instalment of the Baahubali series?
A. No, it was clarified by S.S. Rajamouli that it is not Baahubali 3, but a spin-off exploring untold stories with a deeper mythological take within the Baahubali universe.
Q. When would Baahubali: The Eternal War Part 1 be released?
A. It is slated to be released in theatres in 2027, and Part 2 is expected to follow later.
Q. Who are the director and producer of this film?
A. The film is being directed by Ishan Shukla and being produced by Arka Media Works, the studio that produced the original films.
Q. How is The Eternal War different from the previous Baahubali films?
A. This film, unlike the previous live-action films, uses cutting-edge 3D animation and AI-enhanced visual effects, along with a global production team, to create the stylized, fantasy-driven storytelling experience.
