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The Raja Saab Teaser Divides Fans and Critics

The film’s first look unveils its massive haunted haveli and dual-role concept, with makers cautioning against leaks ahead of its December 5 release.

The Raja Saab teaser: Prabhas in a still from Maruthi's horror comedy.
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Prabhas in a still from Maruthi's horror-comedy film The Raja Saab.
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Overview

  • A June 16 launch event in Hyderabad drew hundreds of fans who danced and anointed Prabhas cutouts in milk despite the actor’s absence.
  • The two-minute teaser showcases Prabhas in dual avatars—his vintage comedic charm and a romantic hero—against a 41,256 sq ft haunted haveli.
  • Producer TG Vishwa Prasad revealed that a 40-minute climax required 120 days of shooting and 300 days of VFX work, prompting an eight-month delay.
  • Portions of the teaser leaked online ahead of its debut, leading makers to warn of strict action against unauthorized sharing.
  • Co-producer Sreenivas Kumar Naidu claimed a rival Tollywood producer ran negative campaigns against the film during its production.