Baahubali - The Beginning released back in 2015 was a 'Pan-Indian Blockbuster' that raised the standards of technical brilliance of Indian films with stellar war sequences and awe-inspiring art- direction, making its Bollywood counter-parts a run for their money. To make a sequel that matches the magnificence and brilliance of the magnum opus 'Baahubali' might look unthinkable, but not for a master craftsman like S.S.Rajamouli. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion has a very powerful story and Rajamouli’s vision to build this magnum opus is praiseworthy. This is a visual spectacle! The story takes off exactly from where it ended in the first part. Shiva (Prabhas) has learnt about his heritage and now we are learning the back story of Amarendra Baahubali (Prabhas). The movie is better when we look at it like a sequel altogether. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion is a thoroughly convincing and hearty story that engages the viewers by inviting them to be a part of the Mahishmati Kingdom. The first half of the movie is supremely entertaining on comparison with nevertheless a very good second half. Coming to the million dollar question "Why Kattappa Killed Baahubali?" has been answered brilliantly and the overflow of emotions surrounding that question was a delight to watch. Kudos to S.S.Rajamouli for bringing to life an epic movie like, Baahubali! He’s actually taken the Indian cinema to the next level. The entire team of Baahubali has made hard efforts to make this mammoth movie to come out so luminously. Take a Bow, SS Rajmouli! All in all, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion is a stunning visual show. The Conclusion is a must watch cinematic experience!

This part is more prequel than sequel because initially the story traces the origins of Baahubali’s father, who was originally meant to be the King of Mahishmati. It also delves on the love-story between Amarendra and Devasena(Anushka Shetty), who is mother of Mahendra Baahubali(Prabhas in a dual role.) Recounted in the folklore-meets-Aesop’s fable-style, the plot is simple and carries the good triumphs over evil thought forward just like the first part did. Albeit with some childish conspiracy theories added in. Of course, the end comes together in a long-drawn climax that could have been 10-minutes shorter. But don’t judge Baahubali. Just savour it. It is a visual extravaganza that India must feast on. Part 2-The Conclusion onerously carries the equity of the first part on its shoulder and ups the scale on many counts—especially in heroism. Baahubali has been sketched out as such a symbol of strength and power that he makes you root for him throughout. Prabhas is terrific as father and son. What’s more, this part provides an answer to a question uppermost in everyone’s mind for the last two years—it tells you why Katappa, the old faithful, killed Baahubali Senior.Indian cinephiles must salute Rajamouli for his vision and ambition. He once again gives us our Benhur and Ten Commandments experience rolled into one. Of course it is CGI and VFX that grab you in your seat, but Baahubali also takes you on an emotional rollercoaster ride. The romance between Devasena and Amarendra has the Titanic fervour. While the performances of the lead cast are all believable, it is Peter Hein’s action—with Baahubali doing the Van Damme split and some sweeps that set your spirits soaring.