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The Raja Saab is a forthcoming Telugu-language romantic horror comedy film written and directed by Maruthi, and being produced by T. G. Vishwa Prasad under the People Media Factory banner. The film stars Prabhas in dual roles, with Malavika Mohanan (Telugu debut), Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar in key roles. The music will be scored by Thaman S, with cinematography by Karthik Palani and editing by Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao. The movie is going to be released in five languages: Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. (Source: Wikipedia)
🎭 The Cast of The Raja Saab
- Prabhas: Enacts double roles, reportedly of a theater owner and his grandfather, with a mix of horror and humor.
- Malavika Mohanan: Telugu debut, and she performs one of the female leads.
- Nidhhi Agerwal: Performs another female lead.
- Riddhi Kumar: Plays an important role in the movie.
- Supporting Cast: Features Sanjay Dutt, Anupam Kher, Murali Sharma, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Jisshu Sengupta, Brahmanandam, and Yogi Babu.
(Sources: India Today, Financial Express)
💰 The Raja Saab Budget
The film’s reported budget is huge, ranging from ₹200 crore to ₹400 crore. Such huge investment makes sense given the makers’ desire to make a high-end cinematic experience that will have lavish production values and copious visual effects.
(Source: Box Office Time)
🗓️ Release Date of The Raja Saab
Originally planned for an international theatrical release on April 10, 2025, the release of the film has been postponed because of outstanding post-production work, notably visual effects (VFX). To date, no new confirmed release date has been announced.
(Source: Wikipedia)
🌟 Review & Expectations
Although the movie has not been released yet, the excitement about The Raja Saab can be felt. Prabhas’s foray into the horror-comedy space is a departure from his recent serious performances, which promises a break for the audience. The fact that it is being made under the direction of Maruthi, who is renowned for his skill in comedy, adds to the buzz. The unlikely mix of romance, horror, and comedy, set against the backdrop of high production standards, raises expectations among film enthusiasts.
📝 Conclusion
The Raja Saab is among the most highly-awaited films in Indian cinema, with a best-starring cast, genre-bending genre mix, and substantial production investment. With fans counting down the days until its arrival, the question is: Will The Raja Saab provide a cinematic experience that lives up to the high stakes generated by its ambitious storyline and biggest-billing cast?
