From the silver screen to outer space, the name Baahubali has come to symbolise India’s imagination, ambition, and mastery of scale. Whether it is SS Rajamouli’s visually spectacular film series that changed the face of Indian cinema, or ISRO’s powerful “Bahubali” rocket that launched the country’s heaviest communication satellite, both share a common spirit — a commitment to excellence, precision, and grandeur.

Bahubali – The Epic continues to captivate audiences

SS Rajamouli’s Bahubali – The Epic, a re-cut version combining both Baahubali films, continues to make waves at the box office. The three-hour-forty-five-minute film earned Rs 24.10 crore in its opening weekend, surpassing Interstellar to become India’s fifth-biggest re-release, reports said on Monday.

The success of Bahubali lies in its breathtaking scale, groundbreaking visual effects, and emotionally gripping storyline. Its richly detailed world of Mahishmati, powerful characters, and grand battle sequences set a new benchmark for Indian filmmaking, blending art with technical brilliance.

With strong audience response and record-breaking numbers, Bahubali – The Epic continues Rajamouli’s legacy of cinematic grandeur, aiming next to overtake Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Tumbbad, and Sanam Teri Kasam in re-release earnings.

ISRO’s Bahubali rocket launches India’s heaviest satellite

Just as Rajamouli’s film reshaped Indian cinema, ISRO’s “Bahubali” rocket — the LVM3-M5 — has expanded India’s space frontiers. On Sunday, the rocket successfully launched GSAT-7R (CMS-03), India’s heaviest communication satellite weighing 4,410 kg, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.

ISRO Chief V Narayanan hailed the mission as a “grand success”, confirming the satellite’s precise placement in orbit.

“It is a communication satellite of India’s CMS-03, the heaviest communication satellite, a 4,410 kg satellite. It is lifted successfully by the Baahubali rocket LVM-3 and placed precisely in the intended orbit within the specification in the GTO,” said Narayanan.

The GSAT-7R, designed for a minimum operational life of 15 years, will enhance the Indian Navy’s communication network and maritime domain awareness. Developed indigenously, it stands as another proud achievement under Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

Grandeur meets precision: a shared Indian spirit

The connection between Rajamouli’s Bahubali and ISRO’s Bahubali rocket goes beyond their shared name. Both represent India’s pursuit of perfection — one through cinematic artistry, the other through scientific mastery.

While Rajamouli’s creation stunned audiences with its sheer visual grandeur and storytelling depth, ISRO’s engineers showcased equal brilliance by flawlessly launching the massive satellite despite challenging weather conditions.

“Let me congratulate the entire satellite team spread across various ISRO centres for realising this important, complex satellite for the communication capability of our country,” Narayanan said, acknowledging his team’s perseverance. 

Nation celebrates ISRO’s milestone

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated ISRO on the successful launch, describing India’s space sector as “synonymous with excellence and innovation.”

“Our space sector continues to make us proud. Congratulations ISRO on the successful launch of India’s heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03,” Modi posted on X.

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan also extended his greetings, calling the launch a milestone for Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

“Hearty congratulations to ISRO and the Indian Navy! India’s mighty LVM3-M5 rocket roared to the skies once again with the successful launch of GSAT-7R (CMS-03) — the heaviest and most advanced communication satellite for the Indian Navy,” he wrote on X.

The enduring power of ‘Baahubali’

From Rajamouli’s cinematic masterpiece to ISRO’s space marvel, Baahubali continues to embody India’s grand vision and creative excellence. One inspired awe through storytelling; the other through science and technology. Together, they capture a nation’s belief that with determination and imagination, no frontier — whether in cinema or space — is beyond reach.