Maruthi, director of Prabhas’ upcoming film 'The RajaSaab', credited 'Baahubali' director SS Rajamouli for transforming Prabhas from a “medium-range hero” into a pan-India star. He recalled visiting a village in South Africa where people recognised Prabhas as the hero of the 'Baahubali' franchise upon hearing his name. Many fans criticised Maruthi for referring to Prabhas as a “medium-range hero”.