It’s Not a Sequel — It’s a Prequel! Netflix’s New Series Baahubali: Crown of Blood Takes You Back to Where the Epic Saga Began
Baahubali: Crown of Blood is Coming — And It’s NOT What You Think
Let’s clear this up right now — Netflix’s upcoming Baahubali project is not Baahubali 3, nor is it a movie. It’s a brand-new animated prequel web series titled Baahubali: Crown of Blood, created under the creative supervision of SS Rajamouli and produced by Graphic India in collaboration with Arka Mediaworks.
Streaming as an 8-episode Netflix Original series, Crown of Blood explores the early days of Amarendra Baahubali and Bhallaladeva—before betrayal, before the battle for the throne, and before history was written. The teaser, launched in August 2025, crossed 20 million views within 48 hours, generating massive excitement worldwide.
This is a character-driven origin story. It’s not about how Baahubali ruled — it’s about how he was shaped into the man who could.
Format & Key Details of the Series
- Title: Baahubali: Crown of Blood
- Format: Animated Web Series
- Episodes: 8 (Season 1)
- Platform: Netflix (Global Release)
- Type: Prequel — Set before Baahubali: The Beginning
- Genre: Action | Drama | Mythological Adventure
- Languages: English (with dubs in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil & more)
- Release Window: December 2025
Who’s Voicing the Characters?
Since this is an animated series with a younger timeline, Netflix has gone with a fresh voice cast rather than bringing back the original actors. While the full cast hasn’t been officially confirmed yet, here’s what’s circulating:
- Rahul Bose (rumored) as young Amarendra Baahubali
- Sharad Kelkar (rumored) as young Bhallaladeva
- Jisshu Sengupta, possibly voicing Kattappa
- The female voice actor for Shivagami has yet to be confirmed
Netflix has not made a formal announcement, but these choices are said to match the animated tone and emotional depth of the younger versions of these legendary characters.
“Crown of Blood is a love letter to Baahubali fans. It’s not about continuing the legacy — it’s about understanding how it all began.” — SS Rajamouli, Creative Supervisor.
Teaser Breakdown: What It Reveals
The teaser showcases high-stakes moments from Baahubali’s early journey — sword training under a waterfall, Bhallaladeva standing in silent conflict, Shivagami asserting authority in court, and Kattappa swearing his first oath. We also get our first glimpse of a new enemy kingdom with a distinct visual design and an untold threat that predates the Mahishmati conflicts.
The teaser ends on a powerful note:
“Before the legend, there was a choice.”
Watch the teaser here: Baahubali: Crown of Blood – Netflix Tease.r
What the Makers Are Saying
Although Rajamouli isn’t directing the series, he’s deeply involved in shaping the vision as creative supervisor. The series has been in the works for over four years, according to Netflix and Arka Mediaworks. It’s being hailed as Netflix India’s most ambitious animated project, combining mythological storytelling with global production value.
“We’re proud to bring India’s most iconic cinematic universe into a new storytelling format that opens up endless possibilities.” — Netflix India (via press release)
When Is It Releasing?
Expected Release Date: December 2025
While Netflix hasn’t announced the exact day, Baahubali: Crown of Blood is confirmed as part of its Holiday Season slate, typically released in mid to late December. With production and post-production already complete, a full trailer and release date are expected to drop by October 2025.
Fan Reactions and Global Buzz
The internet lit up the moment the teaser dropped:
- 20+ million views in the first 48 hours
- Fan art and memes across Instagram and X
- YouTube reaction videos are trending globally
- Reddit threads diving deep into new character arcs and story possibilities
A fan commented,
“This isn’t a comeback, it’s a rebirth. An animated Baahubali series was the surprise we didn’t know we needed.”
FAQs – All Your Questions Answered
Q1: Is this a sequel or a prequel?
It’s a prequel, set years before Baahubali: The Beginning.
Q2: Is this a film or a web series?
It’s an 8-episode animated series, not a film.
Q3: Why aren’t Prabhas and Rana Daggubati returning?
The series focuses on younger versions of the characters. Netflix chose new voice actors to match the age, tone, and animation style.
Q4: Will the story connect to the original films?
Yes. It’s set in the same universe and expands the backstory of the central characters.
Q5: Where can I watch it?
It will stream exclusively on Netflix, globally, starting December 2025.
Bookmark This – Stay Ready to Watch
Baahubali: Crown of Blood is set to stream exclusively on Netflix in December 2025, as part of its confirmed Holiday lineup. While the official Netflix link isn’t live yet, here’s what we know:
- Teaser launched on August 18, 2025, with over 20 million views in 48 hours
- The show will stream in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and English, with subtitles
- It’s Netflix India’s biggest animated original to date, developed over 4+ years
How to stay updated:
- Search for “Baahubali: Crown of Blood” on Netflix in December
- Follow @NetflixIndia on social platforms
- Check back here — this blog will be updated once the official link goes live
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Author: Anjali Pandey
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