Actor Prabhas, whose full name is Uppalapati Venkata Suryanarayana Prabhas Raju, was born on October 23, 1979, in Tamil Nadu's Madras. Prabhas is one of the highest-paid actors in Indian cinema and has been featured in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list three times since 2015. He works predominantly in Telugu movies.
His father is film producer Uppalapati Surya Narayana Raju and his mother is Siva Kumari. Prabhas is the youngest of three children and his family hails from Andhra Pradesh's West Godavari district.
Prabhas' acting debut was the 2002 Telugu drama movie called Eeswar. He later got his breakthrough in the 2004 romantic-action film Varsham. His other noteworthy movies include Chatrapathi (2005), Bujjigadu (2008), Billa (2009), Darling (2010), Mr Perfect (2011) and Mirchi (2013).
Prabhas starred in SS Rajamouli's epic action film Baahubali: The Beginning in 2015 and its Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017). It was the first Indian film ever to gross over Rs 1,000 crores ($155 million) in all languages in just 10 days.
In 2022, Prabhas starred in Radhe Shyam, a period romance film directed by Radha Krishna Kumar which received mixed reviews.
Prabhas also has a wax sculpture of himself at Madame Tussaud's wax museum in London. Prabhas has an elder brother, Prabodh and an elder sister, Pragathi. He is unmarried.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the Somnath Swabhiman Parva from the holy site of the Somnath Temple in Gujarat. In his capacity as the President of the Somnath Mandir Trust, PM Modi spoke about the temple's profound legacy and spiritual significance. He highlighted the resilience of Indian faith and culture, stating, 'A thousand years later, the flag flying on the Somnath Mahadev temple is calling to the entire creation, what is the power of India, what is its capability?' The event, attended by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and other dignitaries, featured a 72-hour non-stop chanting of mantras and a drone show with 1000 drones depicting the temple's thousand-year saga. PM Modi paid homage to the devotees who sacrificed their lives for the protection and reconstruction of the temple over the centuries, underscoring the site as a symbol of India's unconquerable spirit.
In this special report, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits the historic Somnath temple for the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. The discussion focuses on the temple's profound historical and cultural significance. Author and historian Sumedha Verma Ojha provides context, stating, 'When I was growing up, I was taught of Somnath as a symbol of defeat. It is actually, as we know now, a symbol of resilience.' She elaborates on its mentions in ancient scriptures like the Rig Veda and Mahabharata. Author Advaita Kala also joins, reflecting on the psychological impact of the temple's repeated destruction and rebuilding, calling the current generation 'blessed and fortunate' to witness its resurgence. The report highlights the temple as a symbol of Sanatan Dharm's strength and continuity for future generations.
On this special report, India Today's Gaurav C. Sawant details the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, an event commemorating 1,000 years since the first attack on the Somnath temple by Mehmood of Ghazni in 1026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to lead a 'Shoryatra' to honour the thousands who sacrificed their lives defending the temple over centuries. Sawant states, 'The history of Somnath is the history of Indian resilience and resurgence.' The broadcast reflects on the temple's cycle of destruction and reconstruction, highlighting it as a symbol of India's civilisational continuity and unwavering faith. Sawant emphasizes that the ability to follow the Sanatan Dharma today is a direct result of the sacrifices made by ancestors, a legacy the event aims to celebrate and pass on to future generations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Somnath, Gujarat, for the four-day 'Somnath Swabhiman Parva' from January 8-11, 2026. This special report from India Today outlines his schedule, which includes participating in an Omkar Mantra Chanting, a drone show, and a 'Shaurya Yatra' to honour ancient warriors. The visit marks two significant milestones: 1000 years since the temple's invasion and 75 years since its post-independence restoration. The Prime Minister is expected to speak about 'the history of Somnath and how it is important for India,' highlighting the temple's reconstruction and the pivotal role of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Mr. Modi will perform darshan and puja before addressing a public function on January 11th. This report is filed by Vizhoshi for India Today from Somnath.
On this Special Report, India Today's Gujarat Bureau Chief Brijesh Doshi reports on the commencement of the 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv' in Gujarat. The four-day festival, running from January 8 to 11, commemorates 1,000 years since the Somnath Temple's resilience against the invasion of Mahmud of Ghazni in 1026 AD. Brijesh Doshi highlights that the event will 'showcase the unwavering faith and the self-respect for the Indian culture'. Key celebrations include a 72-hour continuous 'Omkar Jap' across 243 temples and a massive drone show featuring 3,000 drones depicting the temple's history. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit on January 11 to offer prayers and address a public meeting. The festival also marks 75 years since Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel initiated the temple's reconstruction.
This special report covers the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, marking 1,000 years since the temple's first attack by Mehmood of Ghazni in 1026. The program notes Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit on January 11, 2026, and features a debate on Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru's 1951 stance regarding the temple's reconstruction. The discussion shifts to international affairs, analyzing the reported United States military operation in Venezuela and the capture of Nicolas Maduro. Experts examine the geopolitical implications of President Donald Trump's warnings to other nations and the future of the international order. A key focus is the performance of military systems, highlighting the failure of Chinese-origin air defense and radar equipment against modern electronic warfare, leaving Venezuelan defenses neutralized. Former ambassadors also weigh in on the region's oil dynamics and the nuances of U.S. foreign policy.
On this Special Report, the focus is on the political face-off over the Somnath Temple's history as India marks 1,000 years since Mehmood of Ghazni's attack. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed the temple as a symbol of India's resilience and the 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv', while taking a jibe at former PM Jawaharlal Nehru's stance in 1951. The Congress accuses the BJP of politicizing history to score points. On India First, Anchor Gaurav Sawant debates the issue with BJP’s Tuhin Sinha and Congress’s Mahima Singh. Sinha argues the Congress ‘never took pride in our civilizational identities’, while Singh counters that Nehru supported the temple's rebuilding but opposed state funding, citing historical correspondence with Dr. Rajendra Prasad.
On this Special Report, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National Spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi addresses the 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv', marking 1000 years since the attack on the Somnath Temple in 1026. Trivedi sharply criticises the Congress party and Rahul Gandhi, accusing them of harbouring a 'Macaulay mindset'. He contrasts historical interpretations of Mahmud of Ghazni by historians like Utbi versus Jawaharlal Nehru in 'Discovery of India'. Highlighting the resilience of Indian culture, Trivedi states, 'The Macaulay factor of 19th century and the Marxist factor of 20th... the answer to that is also the M factor, that is, the Modi factor.' The programme also notes Prime Minister Narendra Modi's expected visit to Somnath on January 11th.
This Super 6 bulletin, anchored by Akshata Nandagopal, details significant political events from India's southern states. The lead story covers TVK chief Vijay's rally in Erode, where he labeled the ruling DMK an 'evil force' and a 'destructive power'. The program features a debate on Vijay's political ideology, with TVK spokesperson Thenmozhi Prasanna highlighting rising POCSO cases and DMK spokesperson Salem Dharanidharan defending his government's record. Another major development is the Karnataka Legislative Assembly passing the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Prevention Bill 2025 amid opposition protests. The bulletin also reports on the arrest of Tamil Nadu BJP President K. Annamalai in Tirupur, a security lapse involving actor Nidhi Agarwal in Hyderabad, and a disruption in the Lok Sabha over the new rural employment bill (VB-G RAM G). Additionally, the broadcast notes West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's decision to rename the Karmashree Project.
In this breaking news report, India Today correspondent Abdul Bashir details the chaotic scenes at Hyderabad's Lulu Mall where actress Nidhi Agarwal was mobbed. The incident occurred during the song launch of her upcoming film 'The Raja Saab', co-starring Prabhas. Bashir reports that fans breached the actress's personal space as she exited the venue, leaving her visibly uncomfortable. Crucially, the report highlights a major security lapse, with police confirming that the event managers 'did not take any permission' for the gathering. Consequently, no official security arrangements were in place to manage the large crowd. While no injuries were reported, the authorities are expected to take action against the mall management for the oversight.
This edition of India Today Global covers the landmark 10-year defence framework agreement signed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his US counterpart Pete Hegseth in Kuala Lumpur, a major development in the Indo-Pacific.
Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who is currently working on Prabhas' 'Spirit', made a cryptic post slamming the 'dirty PR work of an actor'.
Prabhas is set to captivate audiences with films like The Raja Saab and Spirit, along with franchise sequels such as Salaar 2 and Kalki 2.
The car that featured in Prabhas' latest release, 'Kalki 2898 AD,' Bujji, has been placed inside Hyderabad's Prasad theatre.
Fans of actor Prabhas have reason to celebrate as the highly anticipated film, 'Kalki 2898 AD', hit the cinema halls on Thursday. Ever since the film's announcement, fans have been eager to catch a glimpse of the film that promises to be a visual spectacle. A huge cut-out of Prabhas was put up at Satya Theatres in Hyderabad to celebrate the release of 'Kalki 2898 AD'. The actor's fan association burst crackers and played drums outside the theatre. The film, directed by Nag Ashwin, boasts a star-studded cast already featuring Prabhas alongside Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani. With the addition of Dulquer Salmaan and Vijay Deverakonda, 'Kalki 2898 AD' promises to be a visual spectacle and a multi-generational crowd-pleaser.
Several fans of actor Prabhas on Thursday burst crackers to celebrate the release of the highly anticipated sci-fi film 'Kalki 2898 AD. Videows showed fans bursting crackers in front of a poster of sci-fi film 'Kalki 2898 AD. The film, directed by Nag Ashwin, boasts a star-studded cast already featuring Prabhas alongside Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani. With the addition of Dulquer Salmaan and Vijay Deverakonda, 'Kalki 2898 AD' promises to be a visual spectacle and a multi-generational crowd-pleaser.
Kamal Haasan reached Mumbai to attend 'Kalki 2898 AD' pre-release event. The movie directed by Nag Ashwin, will release in theatres on June 27.
Prabhas' latest film 'Salaar: Part One - Ceasefire' released on December 22. Videos showed fans dancing to Prabhas's songs, with a large cut-out of the actor as a backdrop.
On Prabhas' 44th birthday, take a look at the cinematic journey of the 'Rebel star', his best performances and much more.
The video shows fans dancing near screen in a theatre during the re-release of Prabhas’ Yogi on Friday. However, the fans’ celebration led to the destruction of theatre screen and seats. The video shows the condition of the theatre after the screening of the movie.
