news desk – Prabhas has undoubtedly established himself as a pan-India superstar, and has created a unique and everlasting connection with audiences across the country that extends far beyond theatrical releases. A strong proof of his pan-India stardom is his immense craze among Hindi audiences, with many of his films attracting millions of views on YouTube even years after their original release. As fans prepare to celebrate his birthday on 23rd October, these astonishing numbers are yet another glimpse of Prabhas' unmatched fondness and popularity among the audience.
Here's a look at some of Prabhas's most watched movies on YouTube, showcasing his immense craze among the Hindi audience:
- Rebel – 271 million views
Rebel tops this list by a huge margin, having crossed 271 million views on YouTube. This action entertainer is gaining immense popularity, which reflects the everlasting craze for Prabhas and his mass appeal among the audience.
- Billa – 69 million views
Prabhas' stylish action avatar in Badla has also gained a lot of viewers on YouTube, with the film garnering 69 million views. His screen presence and action-packed performances continue to captivate audiences even years after the film's original release.
- Darling – 32 million views
One of Prabhas' most loved romantic entertainers, Darling has garnered a whopping 32 million views, showcasing the actor's everlasting appeal in the romance and family-entertainer space. These numbers further show his ability to connect with the audience beyond the action genre.
- Mirchi – 23 million views
Mirchi, which came out a few years before Baahubali, has accumulated 23 million views on YouTube. The film further cemented Prabhas as a star who could seamlessly blend action, romance and emotional drama, and his popularity among audiences continues to grow.
- Mr. Perfect – 17 million views
Prabhas' romantic-comedy Mr. Perfect has crossed 17 million views, and is attracting the audience with its family-friendly appeal. The tremendous viewership of the film is yet another example of the superstar's ability to win hearts across different genres.
- Chhatrapati – 12 million views
S.S. Rajamouli's directorial Chhatrapati, which featured Prabhas in a ground-breaking mass-action avatar long before Baahubali, has registered 12 million views. The film is a strong reminder of how huge a following Prabhas had built even before he became a pan-India superstar.
- Bahubali – 5.4 million views
Interestingly, Baahubali itself features in this special list with 5.4 million views, while this franchise remains the biggest turning point in Prabhas' career. The massive success of the film catapulted her already huge following into a true pan-India identity.
What makes these numbers particularly interesting is that many of these films were released before Prabhas became famous pan-India. The tremendous global success of the Baahubali franchise transformed Prabhas from a very popular Telugu star to a well-known face across India and the international market. The success of Baahubali and Baahubali 2 increased his viewership rapidly, and his previous films also increased the interest of the audience who looked at his filmography.
Hence, the tremendous viewership of his films on YouTube among the Hindi audience shows the tremendous recall value of Prabhas and the long-lasting craze around the superstar. From the explosive action of Rebel and Billa to the romance of Darling and Mr. Perfect, audiences keep watching the different phases of their careers time and again, confirming the deep connection they have built over the years. The ability of these films to attract such a large audience even years after their release proves that Prabhas' stardom goes beyond the boundaries of language and region.
And there is equal excitement about Prabhas' upcoming films, which include projects like Fauji, Spirit, Salaar: Part 2, and Kalki 2898 AD – Part 2. With a line-up that continues to generate excitement, Prabhas' appeal across India is only going to grow further.