SS Rajamouli's 'Baahubali' films taken down from Netflix— Marketing strategy or coincidence?

S. S. Rajamouli’s Baahubali franchise stands tall as one of the biggest milestones in Indian cinema. Both parts — Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion — not only created box office history but also redefined the scale and ambition of Indian filmmaking.

Now, as the visionary director S. S. Rajamouli gears up for Baahubali: The Epic, a re-edited and remastered presentation of the timeless story, both parts of the franchise have been removed from Netflix — leaving everyone wondering whether this is merely a coincidence or a strategic move.

Ahead of the release of Baahubali: The Epic, both Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion have been taken down from Netflix. Could this be the makers’ move to build curiosity around Baahubali: The Epic? Or is it just a coincidence that, right before its release, both the previous parts are no longer available for streaming? Well, time will tell, as we eagerly await the arrival of Baahubali: The Epic.

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Baahubali: The Epic is described as a single-film version of the Baahubali story, combining footage from both films with new technical enhancements, restored or previously unseen scenes, and selective alterations. The excitement around the film is at its peak, as audiences prepare to witness the magic of two mega blockbusters in one. The film is scheduled for theatrical release on 31 October 2025 in multiple premium formats, including IMAX, 4DX, D-Box, Dolby Cinema, and EPIQ. It will release in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Malayalam.