S. S. Rajamouli filmography
S. S. Rajamouli is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works in Telugu cinema. He is best known for his work in action, fantasy, and epic films. He has directed thirteen feature films so far. His films are typically characterised by their epic grandeur, unbridled heroism and larger-than-life characters. His films have themes and characters inspired from ancient Indian epics and are noted for their integration of the emotions in those ancient epics with visual grandeur.
Film
| † | Denotes film or TV productions that have not yet been released |
All the films given are of Telugu language unless mentioned.
| Year | Title | Credited as | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director | Screenwriter | |||
| 2001 | Student No: 1 | Yes | No | |
| 2003 | Simhadri | Yes | Yes | Debut as screenwriter |
| 2004 | Sye | Yes | Yes | |
| 2005 | Chatrapathi | Yes | Yes | |
| 2006 | Vikramarkudu | Yes | Yes | |
| 2007 | Yamadonga | Yes | Yes | |
| 2009 | Magadheera | Yes | Yes | |
| 2010 | Maryada Ramanna | Yes | Yes | |
| 2012 | Eega | Yes | Yes | Also story writer; Shot simultaneously in Tamil as Naan Ee |
| 2015 | Baahubali: The Beginning | Yes | Yes | Shot simultaneously in Tamil |
| 2017 | Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | Yes | Yes | Shot simultaneously in Tamil |
| 2022 | RRR | Yes | Yes | |
| 2025 | Baahubali: The Epic | Yes | Yes | Combined re-release version of The Beginning and The Conclusion |
| 2027 | Varanasi | Yes | Yes | Filming[1] |
Other credits in films
Acting credits
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Sye | Nalla Balu's henchman | Uncredited cameo appearance | |
| 2008 | Rainbow | Himself | Cameo appearance | |
| 2009 | Magadheera | Himself | Uncredited cameo appearance in "Anaganaganaga" song | |
| 2012 | Eega | Person who throws cigarette on ground and in traffic as bike driver | Uncredited cameo appearance | |
| 2015 | Baahubali: The Beginning | Sprit seller | Uncredited cameo appearance before the song "Manohari" | |
| 2016 | Majnu | Himself | Cameo appearance | |
| 2022 | RRR | Himself | Uncredited cameo appearance in "Ettara Jenda" song | |
| 2024 | Kalki 2898 AD | Bounty hunter | Cameo appearance | |
| RRR: Behind and Beyond | Himself | Documentary film | [2] |
Other roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Rajanna | Action choreographer | ||
| 2012 | Eega | Narrator | Voice role | |
| Andala Rakshasi | Co-producer | [3] | ||
| 2022 | Radhe Shyam | Narrator for Telugu version | Voice role | [4] |
Television
| † | Denotes film or TV productions that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Credited as | Network | Language | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Santhi Nivasam | Director, Story writer | ETV | Telugu | [5][6] | |
| 2008 | Yuva | Himself | MAA TV | Cameo appearance | [7] | |
| 2010 | Come on India | Host | HMTV | [8] | ||
| 2015 | Bollywood and Beyond: A Century of Indian Cinema | Himself | BBC Four | English | TV documentary | [9] |
| 2017–2020 | Baahubali: The Lost Legends | Executive producer | Netflix | Hindi
English |
Creator | [10] |
| 2024 | Baahubali: Crown of Blood | Disney+ Hotstar | Hindi | [11] | ||
| Modern Masters: S. S. Rajamouli | Himself | Netflix | English | Documentary film | [12] | |
| 2025 | The Ba***ds of Bollywood | Hindi | Cameo appearance | [13] | ||
| — | Baahubali: Before the Beginning | Producer | Shelved | [14] |
Video games
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Death Stranding 2: On the Beach | The Adventurer | Cameo appearance | [15][16] |
References
- ^ "Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran begin shooting for SS Rajamouli's SSMB 29 in Odisha". Moneycontrol. 6 March 2025.
- ^ "RRR: Behind & Beyond - Makers To Release A Documentary On SS Rajamouli's Blockbuster, Share First Poster". NDTV. Retrieved 29 June 2025.
- ^ "SS Rajamouli buys shares in 'Andala Rakshasi'". IBN. 27 July 2012. Archived from the original on 30 July 2012. Retrieved 1 August 2012.
- ^ "SS Rajamouli, Shivarajkumar and Prithiviraj give voice-over to Radhe Shyam". Cinema Express. 27 February 2022. Archived from the original on 2 March 2022. Retrieved 2 March 2022.
- ^ శాంతి నివాసం సీరియల్ టైటిల్ సాంగ్ | Santhi Nivasam Serial Title Song. Nee Tv Telugu – via YouTube.
- ^ "Interview with SS Rajamouli by Jeevi – Chatrapathi". Idlebrain.com. 22 September 2005.
- ^ "Yuva TV serial launch function – Telugu cinema function". Idlebrain.com. 19 November 2007.
- ^ "Nagarjuna reveals his troubles with Hyderabad traffic on Rajamouli's show". The Hans India. 23 April 2016.
- ^ "Bollywood and Beyond: A Century of Indian Cinema". BBC. Retrieved 1 September 2022.
- ^ "Legend of Baahubali continues!". The Hans India. 29 April 2019.
- ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (17 May 2024). "'Baahubali: Crown of Blood' review: SS Rajamouli and Sharad Devarajan's animation series needed more punch". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 19 June 2024.
- ^ "Netflix Documentary 'Modern Masters: SS Rajamouli' honors the brilliant creator behind 'Baahubali' and Academy Award-winning 'RRR'". Firstpost. 6 July 2024. Retrieved 11 July 2024.
- ^ Jhansi (6 February 2025). "Unbelievable: SS Rajamouli with 3 Khans?". M9.news. Retrieved 23 August 2025.
- ^ "Netflix to feature Baahubali prequel". Press Trust of India. 3 August 2018. Retrieved 3 August 2018 – via The Hindu.
- ^ Franey, Will Sawyer Contributions from Joel; published, Oscar Taylor-Kent (27 June 2025). "Full Death Stranding 2 cast and cameos list". GamesRadar+. Retrieved 29 June 2025.
The Adventurer – S.S. Rajamouli: Indian writer and filmmaker best known for the bonkers action in his work, such as RRR and the two Baahubali movies and two television shows.
- ^ Obias, Rudie (26 June 2025). "'Death Stranding 2: On The Beach' Is Out Now for the Sony Playstation 5". Variety. Retrieved 29 June 2025.