Prabhas’ fantasy spectacle ‘Raja Saab’ hits big screens today

Prabhas’ The Raja Saab hits theatres today, January 9, 2026, ahead of Sankranti, amid massive fan excitement. The fantasy horror-comedy, directed by Maruthi Dasari and starring Malavika Mohanan , Nidhhi Agerwal , Riddhi Kumar , Sanjay Dutt , and Boman Irani , has already seen strong advance bookings across India and overseas.

In a recent 'King Size Interview,' Prabhas revealed that 70% of the film is comedy, marking his first full-on attempt at a humorous entertainer for Indian audiences. He also teased a quirky ghost grandfather who drives the story at the interval, and shared details of the 140-day shoot, including 20 minutes of intense climax action, creating even more anticipation for the Sankranti release.

In the lead-up to today, Malavika Mohanan engaged fans in an online #AskBhairavi session, while actor Teja Sajja extended best wishes for a blockbuster. Fans flocked to Prabhas’ Hyderabad residence, and theatres from Hyderabad to Bengaluru were abuzz with chants, selfies, and countdowns to the premiere.

The film cleared the U/A 16+ certification , allowing pan-India screenings in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. The Andhra Pradesh government approved a ticket price hike for premieres and regular shows, while the Telangana High Court confirmed no cap restrictions for this release.

For Prabhas , The Raja Saab is a refreshing shift from his recent action roles, blending fantasy, romance, horror, and comedy. With a mix of laughs, scares, and high-octane VFX, the film promises a festive treat for audiences nationwide and a fresh side of the star that has fans thrilled.