Release Live Updates – ‘The Raja Saab’ is one of the most anticipated theatrical releases of 2026, as Prabhas steps into a genre that he has never seen before. The film, releasing in theaters on January 9 during the Sankranti festival season, marks the star’s entry into horror-comedy on a pan-India scale.

Directed by Maruthi, the film promises a completely fresh cinematic experience, inspired by a never-before-seen look of Prabhas. Adding to the excitement, the official X handle of the film recently shared a video message from Maruthi, where the director highlighted the uniqueness of Prabhas’ transformation.

He said, “Telugu audience has seen an entertaining version of Prabhas. But pan India has never seen it.

You will remember the Prabhas of this film for many years after coming out of the theatre. ” Emphasizing the novelty, Maruti said, “Get-up and everything. it’s a great episode.

and it’s never been seen on the Indian screen. ” Maruthi emphasized the details involved, from “the make-up, the hair, the way he talks” to the actor’s “effortless swag” and even “the look he gives when he sits on the chair”. Led by Prabhas and starring Sanjay Dutt, Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan and Riddhi Kumar, and composed by Thaman S, The Raja Saab aims to deliver a unique, entertaining spectacle.