Hyderabad, January 7, 2026 – Advance booking for Prabhas’ much-awaited horror comedy The Raja Saab has opened, creating big excitement among fans. The film, directed by Maruthi, is set for a grand release on January 9, 2026, with paid premieres on January 8.
Bookings started in the first week of January, and early numbers show strong response. In North America, premiere pre-sales have crossed $750,000, with $590,000 in advance sales just three days before release. This puts it on track to beat Prabhas’ own records, like Kalki 2898 AD.
The story follows a young man who inherits a haunted palace and faces funny yet scary events. Prabhas plays the lead in a fun, stylish role, mixing action, laughs and thrills. The cast includes big names like Sanjay Dutt as a key character, Malavika Mohanan as the heroine, Nidhhi Agerwal, Riddhi Kumar, Zarina Wahab and Boman Irani.
Ticket prices in Andhra Pradesh are out, with multiplexes charging up to Rs 500 for premieres. Fans are rushing to BookMyShow and other sites, especially in Telugu states and overseas.
Experts say the hype comes from Prabhas’ star power after hits like Salaar and Kalki. The teaser showed colourful songs and spooky twists, building curiosity. Music by Thaman S adds to the fun.
Produced by People Media Factory, the pan-India film releases in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam. After theatre run, OTT on Netflix will boost views.
With positive word-of-mouth, The Raja Saab could open big at box office, aiming for Rs 100 crore on day one in India. Fans are counting down for this entertaining ride.