People Media Factory’s upcoming horror‑comedy The Raja Saab celebrated the 23rd anniversary of Prabhas’ film debut with a special poster. The post highlighted the milestone, noting the film marks the first collaboration between Prabhas and director Maruthi. On Tuesday evening, the makers shared the nostalgic tribute, sparking excitement across fan circles.
The next day, Maruthi took to X to express gratitude, stating, “23 years back he took his first step into cinema. Today he wraps his journey in The Raja Saab on the same day.” He added that he feels blessed and fortunate to share this journey with Prabhas, calling the film a completely different energy. Maruthi promised audiences a great theatrical experience, assuring the love and impatience will be met with the absolute best.
The Raja Saab features an ensemble cast including Malavika Mohanan (Telugu debut), Nidhhi Agerwal, and Sanjay Dutt. The trailer, released weeks ago, has attracted attention for its VFX‑heavy narrative and Prabhas’s comic, light‑hearted avatar. Production notes confirm the film remains slated for a worldwide theatrical release on January 9, 2026, with post‑production progressing swiftly.
Rumors of a postponement from Sankranthi 2026 have been debunked. An official statement clarified, “All such rumors regarding a postponement from Sankranthi 2026 are entirely baseless. The Raja Saab will hit theatres worldwide on January 9th, 2026 as officially announced.” The team is maintaining highest technical standards to deliver a spectacular cinematic experience.