Prabhas recalls Puri Jagannadh receiving VIP treatment in Bangkok hospital for being 'Baahubali's friend'

Actor Prabhas has recalled an amusing incident involving filmmaker Puri Jagannadh at a hospital in Bangkok, where the director was reportedly given VIP treatment after the medical staff learned he was a friend of the Baahubali star.

The actor shared the story during a recent promotional event, reflecting on the immense international popularity of the Baahubali franchise and how its success continues to resonate with fans across the globe.

'They treated him like a VIP'

Prabhas revealed that Puri Jagannadh had visited a hospital in Bangkok when the staff recognised his association with the actor.

According to Prabhas, once hospital personnel realised that Jagannadh was a close friend of the Baahubali star, they extended special hospitality and VIP treatment to the filmmaker.

The actor narrated the episode with humour, saying he was surprised to learn how widely recognised the film and its cast had become outside India.

Global impact of Baahubali

Directed by S. S. Rajamouli, Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017) transformed Indian cinema with their record-breaking box office performance and worldwide appeal.

The franchise earned massive popularity not only in India but also across several international markets, helping Prabhas emerge as one of the country's most recognised stars globally.

Prabhas and Puri Jagannadh's association

Prabhas and Puri Jagannadh have worked together in the 2004 Telugu action film Bujjigadu, which remains popular among fans.

The actor has often spoken fondly about his relationship with the filmmaker, describing him as a close friend and one of the directors who played an important role in his career.

Fans react to the anecdote

Prabhas' story quickly gained traction on social media, with fans celebrating the enduring legacy of Baahubali and its continued recognition abroad.

Many users said the anecdote reflected the global reach of Indian cinema and the lasting cultural impact of the epic film franchise nearly a decade after its release.