An emaciated Devasena of the prequel is seen in a completely different avatar in Baahubali 2. Sivagami is a show-stealer in the costumes department with her resplendent sarees. The romantic relationship between Baahubali and Devasena develops when they brave the rough and tumble of battle, placing them on an equal footing as they tackle the enemy together. However, the riveting visuals are a commendation of cinematographer KK Senthil Kumar’s expertise blending in sync with the directorial vision. The VFX effects are half-baked in places, failing to live up to the more realistic visuals in the prequel. While violent visuals in any other film would have the audience flinch in discomfort, the war filmed in Baahubali leaves the viewer awestruck. The USP of Baahubali is the minutely co-ordinated battle sequences. Kattappa’s character is more layered in this film, showcasing loyalty, affection and even humour. The narrative really hinges on Sathyaraj’s Kattappa who is central to unfolding the suspense built up in the prequel. Avantika, who led Baahubali to the turning point in the first part, is rarely seen in the sequel. The duo shine in their confrontational scenes where Devasena fearlessly questions the Queen’s diktats and refuses to adhere to decisions taken without her consent. The Conclusion, however, has Sivagami (Ramya Krishna) and Devasena (Anushka Shetty) in all their formidable poise. The sequel has thankfully omitted the female objectification in the first film, where Tamannaah’s Avantika, though initially assertive, is soon reduced to a showpiece at the altar of love. In a nod to Daggubati’s hours invested in the gym, the film has liberal portions of Bhallala Deva flexing his muscles. Rana Daggubati’s Bhallala Deva is powerful as the antagonist, though his potential is shadowed in the director’s intent to exalt Baahubali’s strengths. Prabhas is regal as Baahubali and as the son Shivudu, his confident demeanor lending realism to fight sequences that would otherwise seem far-fetched. Indeed a grand finale to the suspense drama.
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