Prabhas is riding high on his recent success with Kalki 2898 AD, and now he has achieved another milestone: the actor has emerged as India’s most popular male film star.
In a recent list by Ormax Media, titled “Ormax Stars India Loves: Most Popular Male Film Stars in India (Oct 2024),” Prabhas has claimed the top spot, surpassing Bollywood legends like Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, along with South Indian stars like Allu Arjun and Vijay.
The list, posted on X (formerly Twitter), reflects Prabhas’s pan-Indian appeal, with a fanbase that transcends regions and languages. Fans quickly flooded the comments section with support, expressing their joy at seeing their favorite star secure the number one spot. Actor Vijay, known for his vast fan following in Tamil Nadu, took the second position, solidifying his place as one of the country’s most beloved stars.
Allu Arjun, who will soon be seen in the much-anticipated Pushpa 2: The Rule, ranked sixth on the list, while Mahesh Babu, Suriya, and Ram Charan claimed the seventh, eighth, and ninth spots respectively. Salman Khan, who hasn’t had a major release since 2023’s Tiger 3, rounded out the top ten.
Prabhas’s recent blockbuster Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin, also featured stars like Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan. The film’s grand visuals and futuristic storyline captivated audiences, driving it to over ₹1000 crore in worldwide earnings. With such success, Prabhas has firmly established himself as a superstar in Indian cinema.
Fans won’t have to wait long to see him on screen again. Prabhas’s next project, Salaar Part 2 – Shouryanga Parvam, promises to be another intense action thriller. Alongside Prabhas, the film will feature Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan, and Sriya Reddy, all reprising their roles from the first film.
With his recent accomplishments and an exciting slate of projects ahead, Prabhas continues to dominate Indian cinema and hold his place as a beloved icon across the country.