The Raja Saab (transl. The Raja Sir) is an upcoming 2025 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy horror film written and directed by Maruthi.[2] It is produced by T. G. Vishwa Prasad and Vivek Kuchibotla under People Media Factory. The film stars Prabhas in the titular role, alongside Nidhhi Agerwal, Riddhi Kumar and Malavika Mohanan in lead roles.[3][4]
| The Raja Saab | |
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 Teaser poster | |
| Directed by | Maruthi |
| Written by | Maruthi |
| Story by | Maruthi |
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| Starring | Prabhas |
| Cinematography | Karthik Palani |
| Edited by | Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao |
| Music by | Thaman S |
Production company | People Media Factory |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
| Budget | ₹100 crore[1] |
The film was officially announced in January 2024, in addition to the official title, The Raja Saab. Principal photography commenced in September 2022 and is currently occurring predominantly.[5] The film has music is composed by Thaman S, cinematography handled by Karthik Palani and editing by Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao.[6]
The Raja Saab is scheduled to be released on 10 April 2025 theatrically.[7]
Cast
edit- Prabhas as Raja Saab
- Sanjay Dutt
- Nidhhi Agerwal
- Malavika Mohanan
- Riddhi Kumar
- Yogi Babu
- Vamshi Varma
Production
editDevelopment
editThe project was officially announced on 15 January 2024 with a first look poster on the occasion of Sankranti.[8] However, principal photograhy began in September 2022.[9]
As of February 2024, the film has completed between 40% and 45% of its principal photography.[10]
Marketing
editOn the occasion of Sankranti, the makers released a poster with the official title of the film, featuring Prabhas.[11] A 45-seconds glimpse video revealing Prabhas's appearance from the romantic horror comedy released on 29 July 2024, along with the film's new release date.[12]
Release
editTheatrical
editThe film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 10 April 2025, in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada languages.[13]
References
edit- ^ "Prabhas next 'The Raja Saab' budget to touch Rs 100 cr?". Deccan Chronicle. 22 April 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "The Raja Saab first look: A peppy Prabhas promises a spellbinding, king-sized romantic horror". The Indian Express. 15 January 2024. Archived from the original on 15 January 2024. Retrieved 15 January 2024.
Touted as a spellbinding, king-sized romantic horror
- ^ Ramachandran, Naman (15 January 2024). "Prabhas Sets Horror Film 'The Raja Saab' as Next Project (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
- ^ "Prabhas to headline horror film The Raja Saab, unveils first-look poster on Pongal". www.telegraphindia.com. Archived from the original on 18 January 2024. Retrieved 21 January 2024.
- ^ "Prabhas and Maruthi film titled The Raja Saab; set to be romantic horror entertainer". PINKVILLA. 15 January 2024. Archived from the original on 18 January 2024. Retrieved 21 January 2024.
- ^ "Prabhas Makes a MASSIVE Change to His Name? The Raja Saab First Look Spills The Beans". News18. 15 January 2024. Archived from the original on 18 January 2024. Retrieved 21 January 2024.
- ^ Nyayapati, Neeshita (29 July 2024). "The Raja Saab 'fan India' glimpse: Prabhas sports new look; film to release in April. Watch". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 29 July 2024.
- ^ "The Raja Saab: Prabhas announces new romantic-horror film; check out first look poster". Hindustan Times. 15 January 2024. Archived from the original on 20 January 2024. Retrieved 21 January 2024.
- ^ "Prabhas begins shooting for next film Raja Deluxe, BTS pic leaked online". Hindustan Times. 26 December 2022. Retrieved 16 February 2024.
- ^ "Prabhas starrer Raja Saab will be a huge visual wonder with heavy VFX; producer reveals exciting details". PINKVILLA. 7 February 2024. Retrieved 16 February 2024.
- ^ "The Raja Saab First Look: Lungi-Clad Prabhas On Poster Of Romantic-Horror Film". www.ndtv.com. Retrieved 31 July 2024.
- ^ "'Raja Saab': Prabhas's first glimpse from upcoming horror romantic comedy out". India Today. 29 July 2024. Retrieved 29 July 2024.
- ^ "Maruthi says he will talk about Prabhas' The Raja Saab but 'focus is currently on' Kalki 2898 AD". Hindustan Times. 29 January 2024. Retrieved 19 February 2024.