Actor Prabhas has shared insights on his positive influence on the narrative of the upcoming pan-India film ‘The RajaSaab’. The trailer of the film was unveiled recently, providing a deeper understanding of the story and its emotional core.
Film Dynamics and Characters
In ‘The RajaSaab’, Prabhas takes on the role of the antagonist, with Sanjay Dutt portraying his counterpart. Sanjay’s character harnesses fear through hypnotism, while Prabhas’ character shares a strong bond with his grandmother, played by Zarina Wahab. The plot revolves around RajaSaab’s quest for answers, leading him to an abandoned haveli that conceals the film’s darkest secrets. The trailer suggests that this house transforms into a trap, turning the mind against the body. Sanjay Dutt’s hypnotist character is a calm yet menacing presence, utilizing control and manipulation instead of brute strength to dominate those who enter his realm.
Prabhas on His Experience
Reflecting on his experience, Prabhas stated, “The three years of stress and responsibility of ‘Raja Saab’ brought tears to Maruthi garu’s eyes. When I first met him, I told him that films were becoming too action-oriented and that we should give audiences a proper entertainer. That is how this horror-comedy took shape.” He further added, “Vishwa Prasad garu kept believing in Maruthi garu’s script and supported it throughout. When I heard the climax, I became a fan of Maruthi garu’s writing. I honestly wondered whether he wrote it with a pen or a machine gun. Such a climax hasn’t come even in horror-comedy films. You must watch it and tell me. After 15 years, Maruthi is giving full Darling entertainment. The film is arriving this Sankranti. All Sankranti films should do well, and along with them, ‘The RajaSaab’ should also become a blockbuster.”
Visual and Technical Aspects
Visually, ‘The RajaSaab’ promises to be a VFX-heavy spectacle. The film features stylized horror imagery, elaborate set pieces, and atmospheric visual effects that shape its world and amplify the fear factor.
Director’s Vision
Director Maruthi emphasized the immense effort put into the film, stating, “There is an enormous amount of hard work behind this film. It wasn’t easy at all. When we brought Prabhas garu on board, we decided that everything had to meet that level of expectation. That is why I say this with complete confidence; anyone who comes to the theatre will be able to see, with their own eyes, the effort we have put in. One hundred percent. After three long years of work and immense struggle, we have brought The RajaSaab to this stage. Our only intention was to entertain audiences during the festival.”
He added, “Even with many films releasing around the same time, Vishwa Prasad garu boldly backed such a big-budget project. This film will not remain ordinary in any language because the genre itself has immense potential. We have taken it to the next level.”
Release Information
Directed by Maruthi and produced by TG Vishwa Prasad under People Media Factory, ‘The RajaSaab’ is set to release worldwide on January 9, 2026, in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.