However, not everyone was pleased with Bahubali's rising popularity. The cunning and power-hungry Bhallal (played by Rana Daggubati), the ruler of the neighboring kingdom, grew jealous of Bahubali's influence and began to plot against him.

Baahubali: The Beginning has had a lasting impact on Indian cinema, paving the way for more ambitious projects. The film's success has inspired a new wave of filmmakers to experiment with larger-than-life stories, pushing the boundaries of Indian cinema. The movie's influence can be seen in the increasing number of fantasy and mythological films being produced in India.

Baahubali: The Beginning is a visual spectacle designed for the big screen (or at least a high-quality home setup). The "Waterfall" sequence and the climactic "Kalakeya War" deserve to be seen in crisp HD with surround sound—something a compressed torrent rarely provides.

Bhallal discovered a dark secret about Bahubali's past, which could destroy his reputation and claim to the throne. As tensions escalated, Bahubali found himself at the center of a fierce battle between good and evil.