The horror-thriller The Raja Saab from director Maruthi features a riveting cast led by Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan and Riddhi Kumar that has generated significant excitement, especially among fans of pan-Indian actor Prabhas. The film garnered significant attention with its thrilling premise and interesting cast and was originally scheduled for release in December.
But recent rumors indicated the release could be postponed to January, raising interest and debate among supporters and professionals on potential conflicts with other major releases in December. Now, producer TG Vishwaprasad has cleared all the rumors by confirming that The Raja Saab will be out on January 9, 2026.
But speculation a few days ago predicted the release could be delayed to January, creating surprise and debate among fans and industry people over potential conflicts with other major releases during December. Now, producer TG Vishwaprasad has silenced all speculation with the official announcement that The Raja Saab will release on January 9, 2026.
To release the film during the Sankranti festival season is a calculated decision. Sankranti is considered one of the most profitable, and due to the audience numbers the highest grossing in Telugu and pan-India area, which represent the best opportunity for producers to maximize box office collections. During Festivals when most audiences go to theatres, the release window is the best opportunity to The Raja Saab.
With this update, the previously scheduled December 5 release date has officially been ditched, and attention is now turned to a January release.
Stay tuned for more on The Raja Saab and other large pan-India releases as we approach Sankranti!
