It's known that Netflix is producing a prequel to the magnum opus 'Baahubali: The Beginning'. Titled 'Baahubali: Before the Beginning', it's one of the most-awaited web series in India. Revealing the cast members of the prequel, here is what Netflix says.

Mrunal Thakur will play the lead Sivagami (excelled by Ramya Krishna in the Baahubali movies)

Rahul Bose will play Skandadasa. He has shed 4 kilos for the role.

Atul Kulkarni (who was seen in popular movies like 'Rang De Basanti' and 'Hey Ram!'), Vaquar Shaikh, Jameel Khan, Siddharth Arora and Anup Soni will be seen in other important roles.

The filming of this Netflix series started in October. It has been shot in specially-erected sets on the same locations where the 'Baahubali' movies were shot.

As is known, the series will be directed by two Tollywood directors - Deva Katta and Praveen Sataru. It will be released next year.