Name: The Raja Saab
Genre: Horror, Comedy, Romance
Released: 2026-01-09
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Prabhas, Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, Sanjay Dutt, Zarina Wahab

A carefree young man discovers he is the heir to a troubled royal estate. Thrust into disputes over power, property, and long-standing rivalries, he must decide whether to embrace responsibility or walk away from a legacy he never wanted. His transformation unfolds amid shifting loyalties and hidden agendas.

The Raja Saab

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Back in 1998, during the promotions of his films China Gate, filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi said sometimes your own good work becomes your own enemy. Paresh Rawal also said how Hera Pheri, despite the cult it enjoys, limited his acting opportunities. So before we talk about the new horror comedy in called The Raja Saab, we first need to talk about its leading man Prabhas, who immortalized his iconic character in the iconic Baahubali movies by SS Rajamouli. And now, he has made a laudable attempt to change his turf and trajectory by jumping into this extravagant and exciting world created by director Maruthi Dasari. This horror comedy allows the giant leading man to give his fans a new shade and dimension to his oeuvre.
If you have seen the trailer, Prabhas is a laidback oaf who cruises along the unpredictability of life with dollops of nonchalance. He’s someone who doesn’t believe in the idea of taking life seriously. It’s his affection for his grandmother called Gangamma (played by Zarina Wahab) that create the film’s most tender moments. The story digs deeper as the narrative moves forward and we get to the introduction of Kanakraju (Sanjay Dutt having fun yet again after Dhurandhar). It all comes down to the grandmother’s necklace and how Prabhas uncovers and discovers the identity of the thief.
Anything beyond this would be a spoiler as the film is laced with a few twists that leave you completely by surprise. The leading man has two distinct looks in the film as you may have seen in the posters and promo, and he submits himself to both the worlds with conviction. Dutt, who seems to be signing films faster than the speed of light, gets the menacing avatar right too. In merely a year, he has been seen in Dhurandhar, Baaghi 4, Housefull 5, The Bhootnii, and now The Raja Saab. And this shall be followed by KD.  
The Raja Saab is more than just a horror comedy or a larger-than-life ode to the stardom of the leading man. It’s a film that also talks about family bonds and the battle with mental illness. All these scenes have been captured with sincerity and grace. And at its heart is Prabhas, who successfully encapsulates multiple emotions and conflicts into one character and juxtaposes them with the horror and comedy the film has to offer. As stated, this is a new trajectory for the actor and he anchors the towering responsibilities with elan.
The extended climax, powered by impressive VFX and sweeping visuals, delivers a decisive big-screen payoff. The production values are rich without feeling indulgent—music and VFX amplify tension and emotion quietly, without front-loading hype. The horror-fantasy framework builds patiently, impresses steadily, and closes with conviction.

The Raja Saab doesn’t rush to impress—it earns trust, scene by scene, powered by confidence-led execution rather than front-loaded hype. Even in spectacle, Prabhas remains the film’s emotional gravity, enabling steady footfalls and strong repeat value. It appeals beyond core fans, making it a festive theatrical watch designed for sustained audience engagement.

The RajaSaab Trailer 2.0 (Tamil) | Prabhas | Maruthi | Thaman S | TG Vishwa Prasad

The RajaSaab Trailer 2.0 (Hindi) | Prabhas | Maruthi | Thaman S | TG Vishwa Prasad

Popularly known as the Baahubali of Indian cinema, Prabhas is a prominent actor in Telugu cinema. He is the son of famous Telugu director and producer, Uppalapati Suryanarayan Raju. After making his debut with Eeshwar in 2002, Prabhas went on to become a global sensation after the release of Baahubali: The Beginning in 2015 & Baahubali 2: The Conclusion in 2017. His popular movies include Billa (2009), Mr. Perfect (2011), Chakram (2005), Barish: The Season of Love (2004), Rudran (2015)  & Jeene Nahin Doonga (2005).

Prabhas

Nidhhi Agerwal is an actor and model. A business management graduate, Nidhhi is a trained ballet, kathak, and belly dancer. She made her acting debut opposite Tiger Shroff in Munna Michael directed by Sabbir Khan.

Nidhhi Agerwal

Malavika Mohanan is an actress best known for her works in Malayalam cinema. However, she has also made appearances in Bollywood and Kannada films. She made her debut with the Malayalam romance Pattam Pole in 2013 and went on to star in TV commercials. The year 2018 marked a major turning point in her career after she got the lead role in acclaimed Iranian director Majid Majidi’s first Indian film Beyond the Clouds.

Malavika Mohanan

Son of legendary Bollywood stars Sunil Dutt and Nargis, Sanjay Dutt is a celebrated Hindi film actor. He made his acting debut in Rocky (1981). In his acting career spanning over four decades, Sanjay Dutt has acted in over 180 movies. He is best known for movies like Sadak, Saajan, Khalnayak, Dushman, Munna Bhai MBBS, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, Dhamaal, Vaastav: The Reality, Agneepath, Haseena Maan Jaayegi, Jodi No.1, Ek Aur Ek Gyarah, Dus and Kaante.

Sanjay Dutt

Zarina Wahab is an Indian actress who made her debut with the film Ishq Ishq Ishq (1974). She then went on to make staggering appearance in movies like Chitchor (1976) and Gopal Krishna (1979) in the 1970s. Zarina has made an appearance in well over 50 films in her career, some of them being Jazbaat (1980), Dard-E-Dil (1983), My Name Is Khan (2010), Rakta Charitra (2010) and Agneepath (2012). She was last seen in Dil Dhadakne Do which released in 2015. She is now set to appear in the film,Viswasapoorvam Mansoor (2017), Her 2019 releases include PM Narendra Modi and Mudda 370 J & K.

Zarina Wahab

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Riddhi Kumar

Supreeth Reddy is an Indian actor who primarily acts in Telugu-language films. He is known for his roles in films like Chatrapati and Maryada Ramanna. He played villain, and supporting roles. He also acted in Bollywood in the film Rowdy Rathore, a remake of the Telugu film Vikramarkudu.

Supreeth Reddy

Boman Irani is an actor and voice artist, best known for his portrayal of comic and villainous characters in Bollywood movies. He is closely associated with theater and is also a passionate photographer. Some of his most successful movies include Veer Zaara and Dostana. He has won the prestigious IIFA as well as the Filmfare for his performance in 3 Idiots. Irani has also appeared in several regional language films.

Boman Irani

Samuthirakani is a director and actor popular in the Tamil film industry. He is best known for his performances in films like Subramaniapuram, Easan, Saattai and Oppam. He has won several awards and accolades for his performances including the National Film Award.

The Raja Saab(2026)