Overview

• The Raja Saab’s first raw cut runs over four-and-a-half hours, prompting director Maruthi to plan a significant trim ahead of final approval
• TG Vishwa Prasad has delayed the release to accommodate unfinished songs and crucial VFX patchwork
• After locking in December 5, 2025, the team is now eyeing January 9, 2026, for Sankranti while Bollywood distributors press to retain the original date
• The move is designed to leverage the lucrative Sankranti festival slot and steer clear of box-office clashes with other major films
• A standalone sequel, The Raja Saab – Part 2, has been confirmed and will explore a new story within the franchise’s multiverse