The complete watch guide to S.S. Rajamouli's Mahishmati epic.
Directed by S.S. Rajamouli and starring Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, and Anushka Shetty, the two-part Baahubali saga redefined the scale, visual ambition, and box-office potential of Indian cinema worldwide.
Why Release Order? Experiencing the films in the order they hit theaters preserves major twists, visual effects progression, and post-credits character debuts as the filmmakers originally intended.
01
Baahubali: The Beginning2015
Shivudu discovers his royal lineage as Mahendra Baahubali; ends with Kattappa's confession.
02
Baahubali 2: The Conclusion2017
Reveals why Kattappa killed Amarendra Baahubali and concludes with the battle for Mahishmati.
Why Chronological Order? Watching in storyline order aligns events from the earliest historical events to the future climax, offering an expansive in-universe historical perspective.
01
Baahubali 2 (Flashback Portion)Past Mahishmati
Amarendra Baahubali's romance with Devasena and betrayal by Bhallaladeva.
02
Baahubali: The BeginningPresent Day
Shivudu grows up in the forest, ascends the waterfall, and frees Devasena.
03
Baahubali 2 (Climax)Present Climax
Mahendra Baahubali reclaims the throne from Bhallaladeva.
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Canon Status & Continuity Notes
Release order is essential: watching Part 1 first is required for Kattappa's famous cliffhanger to have dramatic weight.
Upcoming Confirmed Releases
Baahubali: Crown of Blood (animated series on Disney+ Hotstar).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Kattappa kill Baahubali?
Kattappa was bound by his sacred oath to protect the throne of Mahishmati. When Queen Mother Sivagami ordered Baahubali's execution based on Bhallaladeva's fabricated conspiracy, Kattappa was duty-bound to obey.
Where to watch Baahubali movies online?
In India, Baahubali 1 and 2 stream on Disney+ Hotstar and Netflix depending on the audio language.
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Timeline Verification & Research Standards
Timeline chronology, release slates, and canonical designations cross-referenced against official studio production archives, copyright filings, and creator interviews.
Curated by Aditya Jaiswal and the FlixWatch Editorial Desk. Last updated: October 30, 2026.