But it was her move to the South that changed her fate. Her first major breakthrough came with the 2009 Telugu film Magadheera , directed by S.S. Rajamouli (of Baahubali fame). The film was a colossal hit, and Kajal’s portrayal of a warrior princess (Mithravinda Devi) became an instant classic. This film remains the cornerstone of any discussion about , as clips of her sword-wielding grace still rack up millions of views on YouTube.