The Raja Saab To Lock Horns With Jananayagan This Summer

A high-stakes battle is brewing at the box office as Prabhas's horror-comedy film "The Raja Saab" and Vijay's "Jana Nayagan" are set to clash on January 9, 2026, during the Sankranthi/Pongal festivities. Initially scheduled for release on December 5, 2025, "The Raja Saab" is reportedly being pushed to January 9 to capitalize on the festive season's box office potential.

This strategic move would directly pit Prabhas's film against Vijay's "Jana Nayagan", which has already been announced for the same release date. The competition between "The Raja Saab" and "Jana Nayagan" promises to be intense, with both films releasing in multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi.

The outcome will depend on various factors, including marketing strategies, critical reception, and audience response. Other big-ticket films, such as Chiranjeevi's "Mega157" and Ravi Teja's next film with Kishore Tirumala, are also expected to release during the same window, adding to the competitive atmosphere.

Producer TG Vishwa Prasad has confirmed that the team is planning to release "The Raja Saab" on January 9, 2026, to take advantage of the Sankranthi season, despite Bollywood buyers insisting on the original December 5 release date.