# India Meets Japan in the Afterlife — Baahubali: The Eternal War Just Got an Evangelion Studio on Board

URL: https://technosports.co.in/afterlife-baahubali-the-eternal-war/  
Published: 2026-06-26  
Updated: 2026-06-26  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

When the creators of *Neon Genesis Evangelion* step into the world of Mahishmati, you know something extraordinary is about to happen. *Baahubali: The Eternal War* just made its biggest announcement yet — and anime fans are absolutely losing it.

## Baahubali: The Eternal War – Overview

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Film Title** | Baahubali: The Eternal War (2 Parts) |
| **Lead Voice Actor** | Prabhas (as Amarendra Baahubali) |
| **Director** | Ishan Shukla (*Star Wars: Visions*) |
| **Japanese Studio** | Studio Khara (*Evangelion* franchise) |
| **Japanese Director** | Honma Akira |
| **Character Designer** | Ito Noriko |
| **Key Contributor** | Maeda Mahiro (*Evangelion: 3.0+1.0*) |
| **Music** | MM Keeravani |
| **Producers** | Shobu Yarlagadda, Prasad Devineni, SS Rajamouli |

## The Big News — Studio Khara Joins the Baahubali Universe

According to *Variety*, Studio Khara — the Japan-based animation studio behind the *Evangelion* franchise — has come on board *Baahubali: The Eternal War – Part 1* to create a dedicated animated sequence for the film. [Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada](https://ircc.canada.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1673&top=40)

![Baahubali](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/bshshs.webp)

SlowCurve, the Japanese production company that facilitated Studio Khara’s involvement, will oversee planning and production coordination between the Japanese and international teams. The segment will be directed by Honma Akira, with Ito Noriko as character designer, while Maeda Mahiro — credited on *Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time* — has also joined as a key creative contributor.

This is a historic East-meets-West collaboration — [Neon Genesis Evangelion](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neon_Genesis_Evangelion), one of the most influential anime franchises ever made, now lending its artistry to India’s most beloved epic.

## What Is *Baahubali: The Eternal War* Actually About?

The film explores the afterlife journey of Amarendra Baahubali. The teaser reveals Baahubali’s soul entering the afterlife, where his spirit performs graceful movements before an idol of Lord Shiva. A grand confrontation then unfolds in the fallen city of Patal Lok, Tripura, as Indra and Vishasura engage in a major battle — concluding with Baahubali stepping onto the battlefield.

The story was conceived by Ishan Shukla and Sowmya Sharma, with Scott Mosier penning the screenplay. Alongside Prabhas returning to voice Amarendra Baahubali, Ramya Krishnan reprises Sivagami through voice work. [Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada](https://ircc.canada.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1673&top=40)

## Prabhas’ Loaded 2026–27 Calendar

Beyond *The Eternal War*, Prabhas has a full slate. He is next set to headline the period action drama *Fauzi*, directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, featuring Mithun Chakraborty and Anupam Kher. He is also working on *Spirit*, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. [Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada](https://ircc.canada.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1673&top=40)

Stay updated on every Prabhas release and South Indian film news at [TechnoSports Entertainment](https://technosports.co.in), and check out our coverage of [most anticipated Indian animated and sci-fi films in 2026](https://technosports.co.in).

## FAQs

### **Q: What is Studio Khara’s role in *Baahubali: The Eternal War*?**

A: Studio Khara — the Japanese animation studio behind the *Evangelion* franchise — is creating a dedicated animated sequence for Part 1 of the film, with their own director and character designer leading the segment.

### **Q: Who is directing *Baahubali: The Eternal War* and who voices Amarendra Baahubali?**

  
A: The film is directed by Ishan Shukla (*Star Wars: Visions*), while Prabhas reprises his iconic role of Amarendra Baahubali through voice acting.