Baahubali: The Eternal War Director Denies Kung Fu Panda Inspiration, Reveals Studio Secrets

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The highly anticipated animated film, Baahubali: The Eternal War, has been at the center of a debate over its similarities to Kung Fu Panda. Director Ishan Shukla addressed the comparisons in a recent Reddit AMA session, where he acknowledged the likeness but denied direct inspiration. While fans pointed out striking similarities between a fight sequence in Baahubali: The Eternal War and Kung Fu Panda, Ishan explained that the similarities were due to the presence of aerial fights with floating debris, which holds a specific meaning in the story. He also revealed that the team behind Spiderverse and Arcane is working on Baahubali: The Eternal War. The upcoming film, set to release in theaters in 2027, follows events after the death of Mahendra Baahubali in the Baahubali films. It features a gripping battle between Baahubali and Lord Indra, with a story penned by Ishan and Sowmya Sharma. The film is presented by SS Rajamouli and produced by Shobu Yarlagadda and Prasad Devineni. With its impressive studio lineup and unique storyline, Baahubali: The Eternal War is sure to captivate audiences worldwide.