Here’s a shocking revelation for all the Prabhas fans out there: The Raja Saab, his upcoming romantic horror comedy, is struggling to match the pre-sales hype of his previous blockbuster, Kalki 2898 AD. But here's where it gets controversial—could this be a sign of shifting audience preferences, or is it just a matter of timing and promotion? Let’s dive into the details and find out.
Scheduled for a global release on January 9, 2026, The Raja Saab has already kicked off its advance booking for premiere shows in the US. However, the numbers are far from impressive. According to Venky Box Office, the film has only managed pre-sales of $173.8K, selling around 6,000 tickets across 979 shows in 325 locations. While the initial response was decent, the momentum seems to have fizzled out. And this is the part most people miss—with just 13 days left until the premiere, the film desperately needs a strong promotional push to reignite interest.
To put things in perspective, let’s compare it to Kalki 2898 AD. In 2024, Prabhas’ sci-fi epic became the second highest-grossing Telugu film in the US and Canada, raking in a staggering $18.57 million. By this point in its pre-release journey, Kalki 2898 AD had already secured pre-sales of $1.06 million—a whopping 513% higher than The Raja Saab. Boldly put, the stakes are high, and the competition is fierce, especially with Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan looming on the horizon.
But let’s not write off The Raja Saab just yet. Directed by Maruthi, the film boasts a star-studded cast, including Sanjay Dutt, Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, and Riddhi Kumar. With a reported budget of over 400 crores, the stakes are undeniably high. The question is: Can it turn the tide in the coming days?
Here’s a thought-provoking question for you: Is the underwhelming response to The Raja Saab a reflection of audience fatigue with Prabhas’ recent projects, or is it simply a case of poor marketing? Share your thoughts in the comments below—we’d love to hear your take!
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