Prabhas Biography: Age, Family, Movies and Upcoming Films
Prabhas is an Indian actor who works mainly in Telugu cinema. He was born on 23 October 1979 in Chennai. He became a pan-India star with Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) and Baahubali 2 (2017). His most recent release was The Raja Saab in January 2026. His next films are Fauzi, due on 3 December 2026, and Spirit, due on 5 March 2027.
Prabhas at a Glance
- Telugu star since 2002; pan-India fame through the Baahubali films
- Recent films: Salaar (2023), Kalki 2898 AD (2024), The Raja Saab (2026)
- Upcoming: Fauzi (3 December 2026) and Spirit (5 March 2027)
- Nephew of late actor and politician Krishnam Raju
- Unmarried as of October 2026
Prabhas Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Venkata Satyanarayana Prabhas Raju Uppalapati |
| Nickname | Darling, Rebel Star |
| Date of birth | 23 October 1979 |
| Age | 46 (turns 47 on 23 October 2026) |
| Birthplace | Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu |
| Hometown | Mogalthur, West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh |
| Height | About 6 ft 2 in (188 cm), as reported |
| Profession | Actor |
| Debut | Eeswar (2002) |
| Parents | U. Suryanarayana Raju (film producer), Siva Kumari |
| Family | Uncle: Krishnam Raju (actor) |
| Marital status | Unmarried |
The Baahubali Journey
Prabhas spent about five years, from 2012 to 2017, on S. S. Rajamouli’s Baahubali films and turned down other offers in that time.
- 2015 — Baahubali: The Beginning released in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi and Malayalam and became a nationwide hit.
- 2017 — Baahubali 2: The Conclusion broke Indian box-office records and made him a pan-India star.
- 2025 — Baahubali: The Epic, a combined re-edit of both films, returned to cinemas for the franchise’s 10th anniversary.
- 2027 — The animated Baahubali: The Eternal War, with Prabhas voicing the lead, is aiming for release.
Prabhas Career Timeline
Early Telugu films (2002–2014)
He debuted in Eeswar (2002). Varsham (2004) was his first big hit, followed by Chatrapathi (2005), Darling (2010), Mr. Perfect (2011) and Mirchi (2013).
Baahubali and pan-India stardom (2015–2017)
S. S. Rajamouli’s Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017) made him a national star. He worked on the two films for about five years. Baahubali 2 was the highest-grossing Indian film at the time of its release.
Big-budget era (2019–2024)
He followed with Saaho (2019), Radhe Shyam (2022) and Adipurush (2023), which drew mixed responses. Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire (2023) and the sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD (2024) were major hits.
2025–2026
He made a cameo as Rudra in Kannappa (2025). The Raja Saab, his first horror comedy, released on 9 January 2026 for Sankranti and began streaming on JioHotstar in February 2026. It did not meet box-office expectations.
Prabhas Movies: Notable Films
| Year | Film | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Eeswar | Eeswar | Debut |
| 2004 | Varsham | Venkat | First big hit |
| 2005 | Chatrapathi | Sivaji | Directed by S. S. Rajamouli |
| 2013 | Mirchi | Jai | Nandi Award, Best Actor |
| 2015 | Baahubali: The Beginning | Shivudu / Amarendra Baahubali | Pan-India breakthrough |
| 2017 | Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | Amarendra / Mahendra Baahubali | Record-breaking hit |
| 2019 | Saaho | Siddhant Nandan Saaho | Hindi-Telugu action film |
| 2023 | Adipurush | Raghava | Ramayana adaptation |
| 2023 | Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire | Deva | Directed by Prashanth Neel |
| 2024 | Kalki 2898 AD | Bhairava / Karna | Sci-fi epic |
| 2026 | The Raja Saab | Raja Saab | Horror comedy, Sankranti release |
Prabhas Upcoming Movies: Fauzi, Spirit and More
The Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi and co-starring Sanjay Dutt, released on 9 January 2026.
His period war drama Fauzi, directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, releases on 3 December 2026. Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s cop drama Spirit, with Triptii Dimri, is set for 5 March 2027.
He is also attached to Salaar: Part 2, Kalki 2898 AD Part 2 and the animated Baahubali: The Eternal War.
Upcoming Projects
| Project | Status / Release |
|---|---|
| Fauzi (dir. Hanu Raghavapudi) | 3 December 2026 |
| Spirit (dir. Sandeep Reddy Vanga) | 5 March 2027 |
| Salaar: Part 2 – Shouryanga Parvam | Announced |
| Kalki 2898 AD sequel | Announced |
Early Life, Family and Education
Prabhas was born in Chennai to film producer U. Suryanarayana Raju and Siva Kumari. His family is from Mogalthur in Andhra Pradesh. He has an elder brother, Prabodh, and a sister, Pragathi.
His uncle, Krishnam Raju, was a well-known Telugu actor and politician, known as the original “Rebel Star”. Prabhas studied in Chennai and Hyderabad before choosing films.
Personal Life
Prabhas is unmarried and keeps his personal life private. Rumours about his marriage come up often, but he has not announced any engagement.
His uncle Krishnam Raju died in September 2022. Prabhas is known among co-workers for sending home-cooked meals to film sets.
Awards and Honours
| Year | Award | For |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Nandi Award for Best Actor | Mirchi |
| 2017 | Wax statue at Madame Tussauds Bangkok | First South Indian actor honoured there |
| Various | SIIMA and Filmfare South nominations and awards | Baahubali films |
Lesser-Known Facts About Prabhas
- His fans call him “Darling” after his 2010 film of the same name.
- He turned down many projects to commit about five years to the Baahubali films.
- His birthday, 23 October, is celebrated by fans with special re-releases of his films.
Social Media
- Instagram: @actorprabhas
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Prabhas?
Prabhas was born on 23 October 1979, so he is 46 years old and turns 47 on 23 October 2026.
Is Prabhas married?
No. Prabhas is unmarried as of October 2026 and has not announced an engagement.
What is Prabhas’s full name?
His full name is Venkata Satyanarayana Prabhas Raju Uppalapati.
What is Prabhas’s latest movie?
His latest release is The Raja Saab, a horror comedy that released on 9 January 2026.
When is Fauzi releasing?
Fauzi, directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, releases worldwide on 3 December 2026.
When is Spirit releasing?
Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, is scheduled for 5 March 2027.
What was Prabhas’s first film?
His first film was Eeswar (2002).
Who is Prabhas’s uncle?
His uncle was Krishnam Raju, a Telugu actor and politician who died in 2022.
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Sources
- Hollywood Reporter India — The Raja Saab release confirmed
- India TV — Prabhas news (Spirit date, Raja Saab OTT)
- Sacnilk — Fauzi set for 3 December 2026