Rating – 8
Music Director – M.M. Keeravani
Lyrics – K. Shiva Shakti Datta, Inaganti Sundar, Ramajogayya Sastry, Ananta Sriram, Chaitanya Prasad, Aditya, Noel Sean
Film Director – S.S. Rajamouli
Film Release – 10 July 2015
The Telugu soundtrack for the 2015 epic Baahubali: The Beginning is a monumental achievement in Indian film music, composed by M. M. Keeravani. In 2026, the album continues to be celebrated as a “majestic” and “epic” masterpiece. The soundtrack features eight tracks that seamlessly blend traditional classical instrumentation, such as ethnic drums and flutes, with sweeping orchestral arrangements. Notable hits include the soaring anthem “Dhivara” , the powerful “Sivuni Aana” performed by Keeravani himself, and the grand, maternal tribute “Mamatala Thalli”. With lyrics by a team of prominent writers including K. Shiva Shakti Datta, Ananta Sriram, and Ramajogayya Sastry, the album remains a definitive example of grand-scale musical storytelling in Telugu cinema.
| Song | Singers | Music Director | Lyricist | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mamatala Talli | Surya Yamini | M.M. Keeravani | K. Shiva Shakti Datta | 9 |
| Jeeva Nadhi | Geetha Madhuri | M.M. Keeravani | Inaganti Sundar | 8 |
| Dhivara | Ramya Behara, Deepu | M.M. Keeravani | Ramajogayya Sastry, K. Shiva Shakti Datta | 10 |
| Sivuni Aana | M.M. Keeravani, Mounima | M.M. Keeravani | Inaganti Sundar | 8 |
| Pacha Bottasi | Karthik, Damini Bhatla | M.M. Keeravani | Ananta Sriram | 9 |
| Manohari | Mohana Bhogaraju, Revanth | M.M. Keeravani | Chaitanya Prasad | 8 |
| Nippulaa Swasa Ga | M.M. Keeravani | M.M. Keeravani | Inaganti Sundar | 8 |
| Dhivara (English Version) | Ramya Behara, Aditya Iyengar | M.M. Keeravani | Aditya, Noel Sean | 8 |
“Mamatala Thalli” is a grand, anthemic tribute that serves as a core emotional pillar of the Baahubali: The Beginning soundtrack, characterized by its “majestic” and increasingly intense soundscape. Composed by M. M. Keeravani in a common 4/4 time signature, the song opens on a soft, melodic note before evolving into an opulent orchestral arrangement featuring heavy ethnic drums (nagadas), sweeps of strings, and triumphant brass elements that mirror the film’s epic scale. The vocals are primarily rendered by Surya Yamini (often credited with Satya Yamini), whose commanding and powerful delivery is supported by a “chant-like” backing chorus that amplifies the song’s themes of maternal devotion and royal valor.
“Dhivara” is a soaring, heroic anthem from the 2015 Telugu epic Baahubali: The Beginning, celebrated for its “majestic” fusion of folk-rock and classical elements. Composed by M. M. Keeravani, the song sounds grand and aspirational, opening with a melodic, ethereal prelude that builds into a powerful orchestral arrangement featuring heavy ethnic drums, sweeping strings, and a “chant-like” Sanskrit chorus that evokes the Veera rasa (heroic sentiment). The track is brilliantly rendered by Ramya Behara, whose sweet yet commanding vocals represent the tantalizing vision of the heroine, and Deepu, whose robust delivery captures the protagonist’s “unlimited bravery” and determination as he climbs a monumental waterfall.
“Pacha Bottasi” is a lush, melodic romantic duet from the 2015 Telugu epic Baahubali: The Beginning, known for its “enchanting” soundscape and intricate lyrical composition. Composed by M. M. Keeravani, the song is set in a 4/4 time signature at a steady tempo of 94 BPM, blending classical Indian elements with soft orchestral arrangements. It features a delicate fusion of flute melodies, acoustic guitar strums, and rhythmic tabla beats, creating a breezy and intimate atmosphere that reflects the burgeoning romance between the characters Shivudu and Avanthika. The track is beautifully rendered by the “sweet” and high-pitched vocals of Damini Bhatla and the smooth, versatile playback of Karthik.
