SS Rajamouli’s Baahubali Leaves Netflix: Fans Question Strategy Amid Epic Release

Announcement of Baahubali: The Epic

In July, director SS Rajamouli marked the 10th anniversary of the iconic Baahubali series with an exciting announcement. He revealed that a combined version of the films, titled *Baahubali: The Epic*, will be hitting theaters later this year.

Disappearance from Netflix

Just weeks before the release of *Baahubali: The Epic*, fans have noted that both prior films in the franchise are no longer available on Netflix. For years, these films were accessible for streaming, making their sudden removal a topic of much discussion online.

Social media users have pointed out that searches for the films yield no results, often leading to messages like, “Oh no! This title currently isn’t available to watch in your country.” Screenshots of this message have been circulating, heightening curiosity.

As *Baahubali: The Epic* approaches its release date, the timing of the films’ removal has raised speculations. Some fans suspect it could be a strategy to generate buzz for the new film, while others believe the streaming rights may have simply expired.

“#Baahubali series removed from Netflix ahead of Epic release!! A marketing strategy?” one user tweeted, while another suggested, “No bro. The rights expired, apparently. They’ve been telling us for a month.”

More About Baahubali: The Epic

SS Rajamouli announced the combined release during the 10th anniversary of *Baahubali*. This new version features a captivating narrative involving characters like Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, and Tamannaah Bhatia.

Sharing a poster and release date on social media, he stated, “Baahubali… The beginning of many journeys. Countless memories. Endless inspiration. It’s been 10 years. Marking this special milestone with #BaahubaliTheEpic, a two-part combined film. In theatres worldwide on October 31, 2025.”

This upcoming release will merge *Baahubali: The Beginning* (2015) and *Baahubali: The Conclusion* (2017), as it chronicles the journey of a protagonist who unravels the truth about his lineage and claims his throne. *Baahubali: The Epic* will be presented in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi.

According to sources, the original *Baahubali* amassed approximately ₹650 crore globally, while its sequel raked in an impressive ₹1788.06 crore, securing its position among the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.

What do you think of the films’ sudden removal from Netflix? Is it strategic, or simply a case of expiring rights?