Prabhas' 'The Raja Saab' Shatters Box Office Records on Opening Day

Box Office Success of 'The Raja Saab'

Pan-India superstar Prabhas has once again made waves at the box office! His latest film, 'The Raja Saab', a horror-comedy, has achieved remarkable earnings despite receiving mixed and negative reviews. Released on January 9, 2026, the film benefited from the Sankranti festive weekend.

According to various reports, the film's Day 1 worldwide gross collection has exceeded ₹100 crores. Some trade estimates suggest it could be as high as ₹112 crores, while initial figures indicate a collection of around ₹100-101 crores.

Here are some key box office highlights:

• India Net (Day 1): Approximately ₹45-63 crores (with paid previews, grossing between ₹54-74 crores according to reports)


• Overseas: About ₹23-26 crores (approximately $2.6 million)


• Total Worldwide: Over ₹100 crores (some sources report up to ₹112 crores)

Prabhas' star power and the strong response from Telugu states have contributed to a robust opening. This is now considered the largest opening for a horror fantasy/comedy. However, it falls short compared to his previous blockbusters like 'Salaar' (over ₹90 crores) and 'Kalki 2898 AD' (around ₹95 crores), yet it remains impressive despite the negative reviews!

The film features a talented cast including Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhi Agarwal, and Boman Irani. Directed by Maruthi, it blends horror, comedy, and fantasy.

Critics have given mixed to negative reviews, noting that the balance between comedy and horror is off, the VFX appears weak, and the story feels lengthy and confusing. Nevertheless, fans are delighted with Prabhas' performance and the entertainment value!