In a recent YouTube interview, Shobu Yarlagadda, widely recognized for his dedication to work and avoiding controversy, raised some pointed remarks about his ‘Baahubali’ star, Prabhas. He discussed the promotional strategy for ‘Salaar,’ highlighting the significance of promoting the film in Hindi markets despite Prabhas’s immense star power in Telugu.
Comparing Prabhas’s minimal promotional approach to Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Pathaan,’ Shobu suggested that while Shah Rukh doesn’t require extensive promotion, Prabhas could have potentially seen higher collections in the Hindi market with more promotional efforts for ‘Salaar.’ His candid remarks might spark a dialogue, as discussions about such matters involving top-tier stars often remain muted within the industry.
Shobu’s perspective, addressing not just Prabhas but also director Prashanth Neel’s approach of avoiding pre-release promotions in Hindi, sheds light on the producer’s viewpoint and challenges when competing with Bollywood’s biggest stars.