The Raja Saab is an upcoming romantic horror-comedy starring Prabhas, set to hit theaters on December 5, 2025. Directed by Maruthi Dasari, this film marks a bold genre shift for the actor and promises a blend of chills, laughs, and romance in a grand supernatural setting.
⭐ Cast & Crew
- Prabhas in a dual role as the heroic theater owner and his ghostly ancestor
- Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, and Riddhi Kumar play the three leading ladies
- Sanjay Dutt, Boman Irani, Samuthirakani, Sai Pallavi, VTV Ganesh, Saptagiri, and Satya feature in strong supporting roles
- Director: Maruthi
- Producers: T.G. Vishwa Prasad, Vivek Kuchibotla (People Media Factory & IVY Entertainment)
- Music: Thaman S
- Cinematography: Karthik Palani
- Editor: Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao
📝 Plot & Storyline
Set around an ancestral theater, the film follows a young man (Prabhas) who inherits an eerie family mansion. When he discovers the ghost of his ancestor, the two bond over a series of hilarious and spine‑chilling events. With romance, ancient curses, and vintage horrors, The Raja Saab combines unsettling thrills with lighthearted romance as characters navigate both love and the supernatural.
🎬 Shooting Locations & Production
- A massive 41,000 sq ft haunted palace set built near Hyderabad, constructed over 4 months
- Interior scenes include gothic corridors, fire-lit rituals, hidden torture chambers, and sprawling libraries
- The film employs large-scale practical effects, including real fire and hands-on set pieces
🎞️ Trailer & First Look
- Pre-teaser (June 15): Gave fans a quick glimpse of Prabhas’s “rebel” persona, supported by haunting BGM from Thaman
- Official Teaser (June 16): Introduced the film’s horror-comedy tone, with laughs, scares, and Prabhas paying homage to Rajinikanth’s swagger
- In Hyderabad, crew members revealed they logged intense 18-hour shooting days, showcasing the production’s dedication
📅 Release Date & Rollout
- Theatrical Premiere: December 5, 2025
- Languages: Telugu (original), and dubbed versions in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam
- Positioned as a multi-language Pan-India entertainer targeting festive and year-end audiences
💡 Interesting Info
- Prabhas reportedly reduced his fee from ₹150 crore to ₹100 crore—highlighting a passion for the project
- The film’s set is described as “a character in itself,” designed with gothic realism
- A producer mentioned a brewing online backlash before the teaser’s drop, which the team addressed at launch
- Anticipated by fans and review sites like SSR Movies, due to its unique horror-comedy genre for a star like Prabhas
🌟 Why You Should Watch?
This film marks a bold new direction for Prabhas and Telugu cinema, merging horror, humor, and star power in a genre-blending package. With its atmospheric set, high production ambition, and festive release timing, The Raja Saab is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about Pan-Indian releases of 2025.
