Baahubali: Crown of Blood explained

Runtime:	19 - 28 minutes
Country:	India
Language:	Hindi
Editor:	Tharun Prasad
Network:	Disney+ Hotstar
Company:	Graphic India
Num Seasons:	1
Num Episodes:	9

Baahubali: Crown of Blood is an Indian television animated series that is a part of the Baahubali franchise, produced by Graphic India.^[1] It was premiered on 17 May 2024 on Disney+ Hotstar.^[2]

Synopsis

Set before the events of the films, this prequel follows Baahubali and Bhallaladeva as they unite to protect their kingdom, Mahishmati, and its throne from the looming danger of Raktadeva, a mysterious and powerful warlord.

Characters

See main article: List of Baahubali characters.

• Amarendra Baahubali – Baahubali is a boisterous young prince of the Mahishmati kingdom and the son of former king Vikramadeva. He is a skilled warrior who cares deeply about the people in his kingdom.
• Bhallaldeva – He's the son of Queen Shivagami and Lord Bijjaladeva. He is also a contender for the throne and wants to rule the kingdom with an iron fist.
• Sivagami – She is the mother of Bhallaldeva and the wife of Bijjaladeva. She rules over the kingdom since Vikramadeva's death but never occupies the throne herself.
• Kattappa – He is an exceptional warrior and a loyal commander of the Mahishmati kingdom's army. He often comes to the rescue of people in trouble, be it Mahishmati subjects or the royal family itself.
• Bijjaladeva – He is the father of Bhallaldeva and the husband of Shivagami. Motivated by greed and power, he wants his son to succeed and claim the throne and doesn't fancy Baahubali at all.
• Rakthadeva - He is the enemy of Mahishmati Kingdom and tries to defeat.

Production

S. S. Rajamouli announced the series on 1 May 2024 by sharing a video revealing the title on X.^{[3] [4]} The trailer of the series released on 2 May 2024.^{[5] [6]} The series is produced by Graphic India and it is created by S. S. Rajamouli and Sharad Devarajan.^[7]

Reception

Critical reception

The series mostly received mixed reviews from critics. The Hindu wrote: "The animation and the writing needed more punch"^[8] The Times Of India rated 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote:"SS Rajamouli’S animated series adds another thrilling chapterto epic 'Baahubali Saga'^[9] India Today rated 2.5 out of 5 and wrote: "SS Rajamouli's animated show lacks new ideas".^[10]

Viewership

As of 7 June 2024 it is ranked as Top 10 show of Disney+ Hotstar.^{[11] [12]}

Notes and References

1. Web site: SS Rajamouli unveils ‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood’ animation series . The Hindu . 8 May 2024 . 2024-06-15.
2. Web site: ‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood’ to release on Disney+ Hotstar on May 17; trailer of SS Rajamouli’s animated series out. The Hindu. 2 May 2024 . 2024-06-15.
3. Web site: Baahubali Crown of Blood: SS Rajamouli announces animated series based on hit films. Hindustan Times. 2 May 2024 . 2024-06-27.
4. Web site: SS Rajamouli Announces'Baahubali: Crown Of Blood' Animated Series. The Times Of India. 2 May 2024 . 2024-06-27.
5. Web site: 'Baahubali Crown of Blood' trailer: It's Baahubali-Bhallaladeva against Katappa. India Today. 2 May 2024 . 2024-06-27.
6. Web site: 'Baahubali: Crown Of Blood' Animated Series Set To Debut On Disney+ Hotstar On May 17; Check Details. The Times Of India. 3 May 2024 . 2024-06-27.
7. Web site: 'Baahubali: Crown Of Blood' Will have a Cliffhanger Ending. Times Now. 3 May 2024 . 2024-06-27.
8. Web site: ‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood’ series review: The animation and the writing needed more punch. The Hindu. 17 May 2024 . 2024-06-15.
9. Web site: BAAHUBALI: CROWN OF BLOOD SEASON 1 REVIEW : SS RAJAMOULI’S ANIMATED SERIES ADDS ANOTHER THRILLING CHAPTER TO THE EPIC ‘BAAHUBALI’ SAGA. The Times Of India. 17 May 2024 . 2024-06-15.
10. Web site: 'Baahubali Crown of Blood' Review: SS Rajamouli's animated show lacks new ideas. India Today. 17 May 2024 . 2024-06-15.
11. Web site: Graphic India's animated shows grabs top spots on Disney+ Hotstar. The Economic Times. 14 June 2024 . 2024-06-15.
12. Web site: 'The Legend of Hanuman’ and ‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood’ leads Disney+ Hotstar’s Top 10 show rankings. Animation Express. 14 June 2024 . 2024-06-15.