“Prabhas Promises Full-on Entertainment with The Raja Saab: A Grand Pre-Release Event Sets Festive Mood for Sankranti”
The highly awaited Rebel Star Prabhas starrer The Raja Saab is gearing up to charm audiences worldwide this Sankranti with a grand theatrical release on January 9. Directed by Maruthi, the film is being crafted as a horror-comedy entertainer that balances laughter, emotion, and fantasy on a spectacular scale. Produced by TG Vishwa Prasad and Krithi Prasad under People Media Factory, the movie features an impressive cast including Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar as the leading ladies.
At the pre-release event held in Hyderabad, the team celebrated the film’s upcoming release with heartfelt speeches, star-studded appearances, and massive fan fervor.
What the Team Said at the Event
Actor Mahesh Achanta shared that The Raja Saab will be his first release of 2026. “It’s a dream to share screen space with Prabhas anna. Roads were overflowing with fans even before the event started — that’s the aura of Rebel Star,” he said.
Lyricist Kasarla Shyam revealed that he has penned a song for Prabhas for the first time. “It’s a surprise package for fans — I’m equally excited to watch his dance with the three heroines on the big screen,” he said.
Veteran actress Zarina Wahab, who plays a significant role, said, "In my 40-year career, I haven’t met anyone as kind-hearted as Prabhas. Acting with him has been a warm and memorable experience.”
Actors Rohith and Saptagiri spoke about the fan frenzy, with Saptagiri predicting massive box-office success. “After watching the trailer, I can say this film will surely touch 2000 crores. This is vintage Prabhas — romantic, funny, and magnetic,” he declared.
Distributor Anil Thadani expressed his admiration, calling Prabhas “a brother and a true pan-India star loved across regions.”
VTV Ganesh said working with Prabhas was a career highlight. “I was on set for 55 days, and every moment was special,” he recalled.
Behind the Scenes: Makers & Crew Speak
Creative Producer SKN shared that preparations for The Raja Saab began in 2021. “Maruthi garu gave his everything for this film. During our South Africa schedule, Prabhas rented a villa, got a Telugu chef, and made sure everyone felt at home. He’s pure-hearted and completely devoted to cinema,” SKN said.
Director Maruthi delivered an emotional speech, saying,
“When Prabhas garu listened to the story, he laughed non-stop. His belief in me changed my career. This is not just another film—it’s designed as an evergreen entertainer in the horror-comedy genre. Watching the climax after adding Thaman’s background score brought tears to my eyes. The love and faith of Prabhas garu and Vishwa Prasad garu mean the world to me.”
Leading Ladies Share Their Excitement
Riddhi Kumar described The Raja Saab as a “pure entertainer” and said, “Prabhas garu’s charm and energy will make everyone fall in love with him all over again.”
Malavika Mohanan, making her Telugu debut, said, “Prabhas is not just the Rebel Star — he’s Raja Saab to us. My character, Bhairavi, allowed me to do action, drama, comedy, and romance all in one film.”
Nidhhi Agerwal remarked, “Working with India’s biggest superstar is a dream. The film has everything — fun, heart, and festive energy. Prabhas garu’s energy and kindness inspire everyone around him.”
Producers on Grand Vision
Producer TG Vishwa Prasad said, “The Raja Saab is our most ambitious film yet under People Media Factory. We worked on it for three years, ensuring every detail matched the scale of Prabhas’ stardom. It’s going to be the biggest horror-fantasy entertainer globally.”
Prabhas Steals the Show
Rebel Star Prabhas closed the event on a powerful note, humbly thanking his fans and team.
“We made The Raja Saab to gift fans a full-fledged entertainer. The climax made me a fan of Maruthi garu’s writing — it’s that powerful. This movie is filled with laughs, emotions, and love. Zarina Wahab garu’s performance touched me deeply. My heroines — Riddhi, Malavika, and Nidhhi — are fantastic. For a film of this scale, only Thaman could have delivered such music. The credit for this movie goes to Vishwa Prasad garu — he’s the real hero here.”
Prabhas also shared that after the emotionally intense films he’s done, he wanted to give fans something joyous and vibrant. “We’ve poured our hearts into this movie. Along with the other Sankranti releases, I hope The Raja Saab also becomes a blockbuster,” he said.
The Big Picture
With grand visuals, mass songs, emotional storytelling, and Prabhas returning to a more romantic, entertainer avatar, The Raja Saab is set to be one of the biggest festival releases of 2026. The trailer drops tomorrow, and excitement is already sky-high.
The Raja Saab premieres worldwide on January 9, promising to light up the Sankranti season with joy, laughter, and nostalgia for Rebel fans everywhere.
