Studio Khara has signed on to produce a dedicated sequence for Baahubali: The Eternal War Part 1, an ambitious animated film that brings the Telugu-language Baahubali franchise to new creative heights through international collaboration.

The project unites animation studios across multiple continents. While Khara represents Japan's contribution, the film also features production teams from India, France, and the U.K., with SlowCurve coordinating between the Japanese and international crews.

Akira Honma directs Khara's segment, with character designs by Noriko Itō (Undead Murder Farce) and key creative input from Mahiro Maeda, who previously worked on Evangelion: 3.0+1.0: Thrice Upon A Time. The broader film is helmed by Ishan Shukla, known for his work on Star Wars: Visions, with Scott Mosier writing the screenplay.

The story follows Prince Amarendra Baahubali in the afterlife following his betrayal and murder. The first of two planned films arrives in 2027, with the second installment's timeline not yet confirmed.

This marks a rare instance of a major Japanese anime studio contributing to an Indian film franchise, reflecting growing international partnerships in animation. Khara's involvement signals the studio's willingness to participate in global creative ventures beyond its signature Evangelion work, which recently concluded its theatrical run with 3.0+1.0.

The Baahubali franchise, which originally found massive success in live-action cinema, now enters the animated realm through this multinational production. The choice of studios involved suggests a commitment to blending animation traditions and techniques from different regions, potentially offering audiences a unique visual experience that draws from multiple animation cultures.

More details about the film's exact release date and streaming availability are expected closer to 2027.