Story: "The Raja Saab" is an upcoming Indian Telugu-language romantic horror-comedy film directed by Maruthi. The story revolves around a young man who sets his eyes on his ancestral property, an old cinema theatre named "Raja Deluxe," to ease his financial troubles. However, things take a supernatural turn as he encounters a ghostly presence, leading to a series of humorous and eerie events.
Cast: The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Prabhas as the titular character, Raja Saab, with Nidhhi Agerwal as Meera, Malavika Mohanan as Rhea, and Riddhi Kumar as Priya. The supporting cast includes Sanjay Dutt as Thakur Ranveer Singh, Anupam Kher as Panditji, Murali Sharma as Inspector Rajesh, and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar in a pivotal role. Additionally, Jisshu Sengupta appears in a special role, and the film features Yogi Babu as Chandu and Brahmanandam as Narasimha. Amitabh Bachchan makes a cameo as Guruji, adding star power to the movie.
Crew: Directed by Maruthi Dasari and produced by T. G. Vishwa Prasad under the People Media Factory banner, "The Raja Saab" features music composed by Thaman S, cinematography by Karthik Palani, and editing by Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao. The production design is handled by Vivek Kuchibhotla, with stunt coordination by Ram Chella and VFX supervision by R. C. Kamalakannan, ensuring a top-notch cinematic experience.
Release Date and Trailer: "The Raja Saab" is scheduled to be released worldwide on April 10, 2025, and will be available in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. The teaser for the film was released on October 23, 2024, coinciding with Prabhas' birthday. The teaser, featuring an upside-down throne engulfed in flames, has built significant anticipation and excitement among fans, hinting at the supernatural themes that will unfold in the movie.