Happy birthday Prabhas: 9 interesting facts about the Baahubali actor which will make you his biggest fan
As Prabhas is celebrating his 42nd birthday today, here are a few lesser-known facts about the actor. The star has a major fan following from Bollywood buffs, and his fan base is growing every day.
FollowSouth actor Prabhas has won hearts worldwide with his movie which had become a blockbuster hit in Indian cinema- Baahubali. From his aggressive looks to his romantic side, the actor had received immense appreciation after SS Rajamouli directorial hit the theatres. Many Bollywood directors, top actresses expressed their wish to work with the actor. When a movie of Prabhas is released, the success of the same is celebrated like a festival.
As the actor turns a year older today, we present to you 9 unknown facts which you should know if you are a die-hard Prabhas fan.
This is what is the actual name of Prabhas
South Indians have long names, which at times gets challenging to pronounce. The very same goes with Prabhas. The full name of the actor is Venkata Satyanarayana Prabhas Raju Uppalapati! Prabhas. The actor was born to U. Suryanarayana Raju, a film producer Siva Kumari. Also Read: Kiara Advani's hacks to perfect skin revealed: Hydration to skincare routine
Prabhas is the youngest among his siblings
The actor has an elder brother named  Pramod Uppalapati and an elder sister named Pragathi. Prabhas comes from a filmy background. His uncle is a south actor whose name is  Krishnam Raju Uppalapati. The actor had been to  DNR School, Bhimavaram and completed his BTech from Sri Chaitanya College, Hyderabad. Also Read: [PHOTOS] Vicky Kaushal's rumoured girlfriend Katrina Kaif and Ranveer Singh nail uber-stylish airport look
Prabhas believes in quality work
The actor believes in doing one movie at a time. Reportedly, the actor had shot for Baahubalii for 600 days and had dedicated 5 years to the franchise. He had also done a cameo in a Bollywood film and had also done a guest appearance in Action Jackson.
Prabhas has his wax statue
Which actor would not like to have their wax statue at Madame Tussauds? Prabhas is the first actor from the South who has his wax statue in Bangkok. Yes, the actor has beaten Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan and has a figure based on his powerful character from Baahubali in Bangkok.
Acting was not the first choice for Prabhas
The actor wanted to go into the catering industry and be a hotelier, reportedly. Being a foodie he wanted to enjoy chicken and biryani.
Prabhas is an ardent fan of Rajkumar Hirani
It is said that the actor has watched Munna Bhai MBBS and 3 Idiots like 20 times. Now that is mindblowing! Also Read: When Anushka Sharma was asked about Deepika Padukone's film and career; know her tricky reply
Prabhas had made a volleyball court for his movie Baahubali
The actor, who is a fitness freak, had started playing volleyball as a part of his fitness regime. The actor started loving the sport so much that he built a court at his residence.
Prabhas had piled up 30 kg for Baahubali
The actor had to undergo rigorous physical and mental pressure to beef up. He had maintained the same physique for four years, as per reports.
Do you know Prabhas loves travelling?
If reports are to be believed, London is the favourite spot of the actor. He loves vacationing in Europe. Also Read: Karvachauth 2021: Will Deepika Padukone also fast for Ranveer Singh this time? Read this
Here's wishing the most talented actor a very happy birthday!
