Prabhas is an Indian actor who mainly works in Telugu cinema.
His full name is Uppalapati Venkata Suryanarayana Prabhas Raju, and he was born on 23 October 1979 (46 years old) in Madras, now Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
He made his acting debut with the Telugu film Eeswar in 2002 and later gained recognition with films like Varsham, Chatrapathi, Darling, and Mirchi.
His biggest breakthrough came with S. S. Rajamouli’s Baahubali films, which made him a major pan-India star.
His work in large-scale films such as Baahubali: The Beginning, Baahubali: The Conclusion, and Kalki 2898 AD.
He has won awards including a Nandi Award and a SIIMA Award, and IMDb lists multiple award nominations and wins in his career.
Quick Facts: Prabhas
| Full Name | Uppalapati Venkata Suryanarayana Prabhas Raju |
| Also Known As | Prabhas, Rebel Star, Darling |
| Profession | Actor |
| Age | 46 years old |
| Date of Birth | 23 October 1979 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Scorpio |
| Birthplace | Madras, now Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Current Address | Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad |
| Gender | Male |
Prabhas Early Life and Education
Prabhas was born in Madras (now Chennai) into a prominent film family from the Mogalturu village of Andhra Pradesh.
He is the youngest child of Telugu film producer U. Suryanarayana Raju and his wife Siva Kumari.
Education
Prabhas completed his schooling at Don Bosco Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Chennai and later studied at DNR School in Bhimavaram.
He completed his engineering studies from Sri Chaitanya College, Hyderabad.
Before making his official onscreen debut, he completed formal training in acting and performance arts at this well-known institute located in Visakhapatnam.
| School | Don Bosco Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Chennai, and DNR School, Bhimavaram |
| Alma Mater | Sri Chaitanya College, Hyderabad |
| Highest Qualification | Engineering graduate |
Prabhas Personal Life
Prabhas is unmarried and remains one of Indian cinema’s most private stars. Known for his fiercely guarded personal life, he maintains a humble, low-profile lifestyle away from media scrutiny in Hyderabad.
Father
Uppalapati Surya Narayana Raju (13 December 1948 – 12 February 2010) was a highly prominent Indian film producer in Telugu cinema and the father of superstar Prabhas. He belonged to a prestigious film lineage and was the younger brother of the legendary Telugu “Rebel Star” and politician Krishnam Raju.
Mother
Siva Kumari is the mother of Pan-Indian superstar Prabhas and the wife of the late Telugu film producer Uppalapati Surya Narayana Raju. She is widely respected by fans as the matriarch of the family and is considered by Prabhas to be his ultimate emotional anchor and pillar of strength.
Siblings
Prabhas has two elder siblings, one brother and one sister. They both maintain a very low profile in the media but play significant roles in his personal life and career management.
Prabodh (Pramod) Uppalapati: his elder brother, initially trained and worked outside the entertainment industry as a software engineer. He later ventured into film management and production.
He serves as a core pillar behind the prominent Telugu film banner UV Creations alongside co-founders Vamsi and Vikram. The production house is responsible for financing several of Prabhas’s largest cinematic hits, such as Mirchi, Saaho, and Radhe Shyam.
Pragathi Uppalapati: his elder sister, maintains an incredibly private life, completely separated from the film industry and media attention. She is married, focused on homemaking, and splits her time between Hyderabad and the United States.
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Parents | Father: Uppalapati Surya Narayana Raju Mother: Siva Kumari |
| Siblings | Brother: Prabodh Uppalapati Sister: Pragathi Uppalapati |
Prabhas Career
Prabhas began his acting career in Telugu cinema with the film Eeswar in 2002. After his debut, he slowly built his career through romantic, action, and mass entertainer roles before becoming one of India’s biggest pan-India stars.
Early Career (2002–2007)
Prabhas made his acting debut with the drama Eeswar (2002) and later attained his breakthrough with the action romance Varsham (2004).
2002 — Eeswar: Debut film directed by Jayanth C. Paranjee; Prabhas played the title role. A modest start that introduced him to Telugu audiences.
2003 — Raghavendra: His second film, while received with mixed reviews, critics noted he had the making of a superstar and only needed the right director.
2004 — Varsham: The action-romance costarring Trisha Krishnan gave Prabhas his breakthrough hit. It became one of the highest-grossing Telugu films of that year and earned him his first Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu nomination.
2004 — Adavi Raamudu: A second release the same year; received mostly negative reviews.
2005 — Chakram: Mixed-reception film that won two Nandi Awards.
2005 — Chatrapathi: Directed by S. S. Rajamouli, Prabhas portrayed the role of a refugee exploited by goons. It had a 100-day run in 54 centres. It earned him his second Filmfare Best Actor – Telugu nomination and cemented his “mass hero” image. Costars included Shriya Saran.
2006 — Pournami: A dance drama in which Prabhas starred opposite Trisha Krishnan and Charmy Kaur.
2007 — Yogi: An action film; Prabhas played the lead role opposite Nayanthara.
2007 — Munna: An action drama also released in 2007; Prabhas played the title role opposite Ileana D’Cruz.
Rise to Stardom (2008–2013)
2008 — Bujjigadu: Made in Chennai: Directed by Puri Jagannadh, the action film starred Mohan Babu and Trisha alongside Prabhas. It was a modest commercial hit.
2009 — Billa: A dual-role thriller directed by Meher Ramesh; Prabhas played both the villain and the hero. It was praised as stylish and visually rich.
2009 — Ek Niranjan: Directed by Puri Jagannadh; costars included Kangana Ranaut. Won the CineMaa Award for Best Actor (Jury).
2010 — Darling: A romantic comedy directed by A. Karunakaran, costarring Kajal Aggarwal. The film opened to positive reviews and was dubbed a “Superhit.”
2011 — Mr Perfect: An action-comedy in which Prabhas starred opposite Kajal Aggarwal and Taapasee Pannu; a commercial success.
2012 — Rebel: An action drama opposite Tamannaah Bhatia; received mixed reviews and was an average performer at the box office.
2013 — Mirchi: A major commercial hit opposite Anushka Shetty and Richa Gangopadhyay. Prabhas won the state Nandi Award for Best Actor for his performance.
The Baahubali Era (2015–2017)
2015 — Baahubali: The Beginning: Prabhas starred in a dual role in director S. S. Rajamouli’s epic action film, which became a record-breaking box office success and the fourth-highest-grossing Indian film to date. Costars included Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Ramya Krishnan.
2017 — Baahubali 2: The Conclusion: The sequel became the first Indian film ever to gross over ₹1,000 crore worldwide and is the second-highest-grossing Indian film to date. Prabhas became the first pan-Indian star and earned international recognition for his performance. The ensemble cast again included Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Sathyaraj, and Nassar.
Pan-India Superstar Phase (2019–2023)
2019 — Saaho: The high-octane action thriller ranks among the highest-grossing Indian films. Co-starring Shraddha Kapoor, it was released simultaneously in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam.
2022 — Radhe Shyam: A romantic drama that was a critical and commercial failure. It starred Pooja Hegde and was directed by Radha Krishna Kumar.
2023 — Adipurush: A controversial retelling of the Ramayana in which Prabhas played Raghav (Rama), Kriti Sanon played Janaki (Sita), and Saif Ali Khan played Lankesh (Ravana). It performed poorly at the box office and was widely criticised for the inelegance of its dialogues.
2023 — Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire: Directed by Prashanth Neel, his box office credentials as a “pan-India superstar” were reinforced by the action drama, which collected 617 crore rupees worldwide. Co-starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Shruti Haasan.
Recent Work (2024–2026)
2024 — Kalki 2898 AD: Prabhas starred in director Nag Ashwin’s $72 million-budgeted sci-fi epic alongside Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani. The film blended Indian mythology with a dystopian setting, received positive reviews, and ranks among the highest-grossing Indian films.
2025 — Kannappa (cameo): Released on 27 June 2025, Prabhas made a special appearance in this mythological epic directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh.
2025 — Baahubali: The Epic: A remastered single-film version combining both Baahubali instalments, set for worldwide release on 31 October 2025.
2026 — The Raja Saab: Released on 9 January 2026, this Telugu fantasy horror-comedy was directed by Maruthi, with a budget of ₹400–450 crore. It starred Sanjay Dutt, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Malavika Mohanan alongside Prabhas; the film collected ₹208.38 crore at the box office. An extended cut was later streamed on JioHotstar.
Upcoming Work
Fauzi (2026): Set in the 1940s before India’s independence, Prabhas plays a soldier in this period war drama directed by Hanu Raghavapudi (Sita Ramam). The film features intense war sequences alongside a signature emotional love story. An October 2026 release is being targeted.
Spirit (2027): Prabhas will collaborate with Animal director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, reportedly portraying an intense police officer, with filming expected to begin in early 2026. Targeted for a March 2027 release.
Salaar: Part 2 – Shouryaanga Parvam (TBA): Shoot for the sequel is expected to resume in late 2026 as director Prashanth Neel completes other commitments.
Kalki 2898 AD: Part 2 (2028): Nag Ashwin’s sequel has already begun production and is targeting a 2028 release. The spotlight is expected to shift toward the face-off between Prabhas (as Karna/Bhairava) and Kamal Haasan (as Yaskin).
Prabhas Awards and Achievements
Prabhas has received several awards and nominations for his work in Telugu and pan-India cinema.
Awards (Wins)
- CineMAA Award — Sensational Hero (2005) — Won for his breakthrough performance in Varsham (2004), recognising his meteoric rise as a mass hero in Telugu cinema.
- CineMAA Award — Best Actor (Critics) (2011) — Won for his charming and nuanced performance in the romantic comedy Darling (2010).
- Nandi Award for Best Actor (2014) — Won for his powerful dual-role performance in the blockbuster action drama Mirchi (2013); this is the prestigious state government award of Andhra Pradesh.
- SIIMA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role — Telugu (2018) — Won for his iconic dual performance as Amarendra Baahubali and Mahendra Baahubali in Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017).
- Bollywood Business Award — Highest Grossing Debut Actor (2020) — Won for Saaho (2019), which became his Hindi debut and one of the highest-grossing films of that year.
- Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards India — Favourite Movie Actor (2022) — Fan-voted recognition for his massive pan-India appeal among younger audiences.
- Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards India — Favourite Movie Actor (2023) — Won for a second consecutive year, reflecting his sustained popularity across demographics.
- International Iconic Awards (×3) — Received three separate International Iconic Awards recognising his stature as a global icon of Indian cinema.
- IIFA Utsavam — Popular Award (×2) — Won two IIFA Utsavam awards recognising his pan-India fan following and box office dominance.
- Bollywood Hungama Style Icons Award (2024) — Won for being one of the most influential style and personality icons of Indian cinema in 2024.
- Forbes India Celebrity 100 (2015–present) — Prabhas has been featured in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list since 2015, reflecting his income and cultural impact.
- Record: First Indian Actor to Gross ₹1,000 Crore — Prabhas is the first Indian actor to have a film gross over ₹1,000 crore worldwide, achieved with Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017).
Nominations
- Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu (2005) — Nominated for his breakthrough performance in Varsham (2004), his first-ever Filmfare nomination.
- Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu (2006) — Nominated for his mass-action role in S. S. Rajamouli’s Chatrapathi (2005), his second Filmfare nod in two years.
- Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu (2010) — Nominated for his dual-role thriller performance in Ek Niranjan (2009).
- Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu (2012) — Nominated for his action-romance performance in Mr Perfect (2011).
- Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu (2014) — Nominated for his Nandi Award-winning role in the blockbuster Mirchi (2013).
- Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu (2016) — Nominated for his epic dual performance in Baahubali: The Beginning (2015).
- Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu (2018) — Nominated for Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017), despite the film rewriting all box office records in India.
- SIIMA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role – Telugu (2012) — Nominated for Mr Perfect (2011).
- SIIMA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role – Telugu (2014) — Nominated for Mirchi (2013). [
- SIIMA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role – Telugu (2016) — Nominated for Baahubali: The Beginning (2015).
- SIIMA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role – Telugu (2025) — Nominated for the sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD (2024), one of the highest-grossing Indian films ever.
- IIFA Utsavam — Best Actor Telugu (2015) — Nominated for Baahubali: The Beginning (2015), losing to Mahesh Babu for Srimanthudu.
- Popular Award — Best Actor South (2016) — Nominated in this pan-South popularity category for Baahubali: The Beginning (2015).
- Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award – India (2022) — Nominated in the Favourite Movie Actor category, reflecting his enormous popularity among children and younger audiences.
Prabhas Controversies
Prabhas has mostly maintained a private and respectful public image. Most controversies linked with his name are connected to film releases, casting rumours, box office debates, or public reactions to his movies rather than verified personal wrongdoing.
Adipurush Controversy: One of the biggest controversies connected to Prabhas was around Adipurush, released in 2023. The film faced strong criticism for its dialogues, visual effects, character presentation, and treatment of the Ramayana-inspired story. The film had been attracting controversy for more than a year, including criticism before and after release. Co-actor Saif Ali Khan later spoke about the backlash around the film and said religious subjects need careful handling.
Box Office Number Debate Around Big Films: Some of Prabhas’s large-scale films have also been linked to public discussion around reported box office numbers. For example, reports around Kalki 2898 AD mentioned claims by trade analysts about differences between official and estimated box office figures.
Salaar 2 Delay Rumours: In 2026, rumours circulated online that Salaar 2 had been put on hold. The makers clarified the sequel was not on hold and was moving ahead as planned. The makers’ clarification helped calm fan concerns around the project’s future.
Media Rumours and Dating Speculation: Because he is highly private, the media frequently targets Prabhas with unsubstantiated relationship rumours. Following their flawless on-screen dynamic in Baahubali, national media outlets repeatedly reported that the two were secretly engaged. Both stars spent years clearing the air, reiterating that they are just exceptionally close friends.
During the promotions for Adipurush, co-star Varun Dhawan made a playful joke on national television, hinting that Kriti Sanon was dating a certain star shooting in Hyderabad. This caused a massive media frenzy, suggesting an impending marriage, forcing both Kriti Sanon and Prabhas to issue formal denials.
“India’s Biggest Superstar” Promotional Tag Debates : Prabhas’s upcoming big-budget films often spark friction among different actor fanbases across India regarding his box-office status. For instance, when director Sandeep Reddy Vanga released a promotional video for the upcoming movie Spirit, the makers explicitly labelled Prabhas as “India’s Biggest Superstar.” This instantly caused heated debates and digital wars on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) between his supporters and the fanbases of Bollywood and other regional superstars.
Prabhas Net Worth
Below is the estimated net worth and annual salary of Prabhas:
| Net Worth in Dollars Approx | $29 million |
| Salary Approx | ₹100 crore to ₹150 crore |
Prabhas Height, Weight and Physical Stats
Below are the height, weight, and physical stats of Prabhas:
| Height | In centimetres: 188 cm In meters: 1.8m In feet and inches: 6’2” |
| Weight | In kg: 95 kg In lbs: 210 lbs |
| Body Measurements | 44-34-18 |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Brown |
Prabhas Social Media
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Interesting Facts about Prabhas
- Prabhas’ uncle Krishnam Raju encouraged him to enter films.
- Prabhas originally wanted to become a businessman. Before acting, he dreamed of becoming a hotelier.
- Prabhas is a qualified engineer by education. He speaks very little at press meets and promotions.
- His Baahubali training caused several health issues during the shoot.
- He rejected several brand endorsements during the Baahubali shoot.
- Prabhas was the most searched actor on Google in 2019.
- He was featured in GQ’s list of most influential young Indians in 2017
- Prabhas is passionate about volleyball. He built a full-sized volleyball court inside his home.
- He is an avid reader with a personal library at home. He loves nature and birds.
FAQs
Who is Prabhas?
Prabhas is an Indian actor who mainly works in Telugu cinema. He became a pan-India star after the Baahubali film series.
What is Prabhas’s full name?
Prabhas’s full name is Uppalapati Venkata Suryanarayana Prabhas Raju.
What is Prabhas’s age, and where is he from?
Prabhas is 46 years old. He was born on 23 October 1979. He was born in Madras, now Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Who are Prabhas’s parents?
Prabhas’s father was Uppalapati Surya Narayana Raju, and his mother is Siva Kumari.
What is Prabhas famous for?
Prabhas is famous for playing Amarendra Baahubali and Mahendra Baahubali in the Baahubali film series.
What is Prabhas famous for?
Prabhas made his acting debut with the Telugu film Eeswar in 2002.
What did Prabhas study?
Prabhas studied at Don Bosco Matriculation Higher Secondary School, DNR School, and later completed engineering from Sri Chaitanya College, Hyderabad.
