Rebel Star turns 46: Prabhas' first look in Fauzi out on birthday

On the occasion of Tollywood Rebel Star Prabhas’ 46th birthday on October 23, 2025, fans around the world showered the pan-India icon with heartfelt tributes. Social media is flooded with memories and good wishes for the Baahubali star with trending hashtags like #HappyBirthdayPrabhas. Adding to the excitement of fans, the makers of Fauzi, one of the most highly-anticipated flicks of Prabhas, dropped the first look of the actor, as the perfect birthday surprise.

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A Gift to the Fans

Director Hanu Raghavpudi, on the actor’s birthday, unveiled a striking poster that captures Prabhas in a warrior-ready avatar.

The caption shared alongside the release included the powerful Sanskrit stanza: "पद्मव्यूह विजयी पार्थः पाण्डवपक्षे संस्थित कर्णः गुरुविरहितः एकलव्यः जन्मनैव च योद्धा एषः॥" (sic) 

It continued with, “Happy Birthday to our dearest #Prabhas garu Taking pride in presenting you as #FAUZI, this journey so far has been unforgettable and only promises to get bigger from here! FAUZI – The bravest tale of a soldier from the hidden chapters of our history.” (sic)

The First-look That Speaks Volumes

The poster features Prabhas with a gritty moustache, intense gaze and rugged war-clad imagery, set against a backdrop that includes a burning British-era flag and war-torn visuals. Media decoding describes his look as symbolising rebellion, dharma and destiny - a warrior born for battle. According to reports, the film is set in the 1940s colonial era, promising an epic scale and narrative centred on a fearless soldier from hidden chapters of our history.

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What It Means for the Journey Ahead

This reveal at such a milestone day serves dual purpose: celebrating the star’s legacy and positioning his next major avatar. With Prabhas embracing this rugged soldier role, the expectation is that Fauzi will not simply be another action film, but a rich period saga. With birthday cheers echoing worldwide and the first glimpse of Fauzi setting social feeds ablaze, the stage is now set for Prabhas to don a warrior’s mantle yet again.