


This is the rich backdrop and drama where the Baahubali franchise is set.

Power, politics and intrigue find themselves juxtaposed against the rise of Mahishmati - from being a city-state to an empire. This (prequel) series captures Queen Sivagami’s journey from a rebellious and vengeful girl to a wise and unequalled queen. Season one of the series will comprise nine episodes and is based on Anand Neelakantan’s book, The Rise of Sivagami. Baahubali: the Conclusion grossed US$ 270 million at the global gross box office (including US$ 20 million at the US box office), and is the the highest grossing film franchise from India. The two season order, Baahubali: Before the Beginning, will be a prequel to Baahubali: the Beginning and Baahubali: the Conclusion (both of which are currently available on Netflix to audiences around the world). Mumbai, India, August 2nd - Netflix Inc., the world's leading internet entertainment service, today announced a new Netflix original series based on the global blockbuster franchise, Baahubali.
