After months of eager anticipation and delays, the wait is finally over for fans of pan-Indian superstar Prabhas! The official release date for his highly anticipated genre-bender, “The Raja Saab,” has been confirmed as December 5, 2025. Adding to the excitement, the makers announced that the first glimpse of the film, the teaser, will premiere worldwide on June 16, 2025, at 10:52 PM – a spooky timing hinting at the film’s horror elements .
This announcement, made directly by Prabhas on his social media, sent fans into a frenzy. The film, directed by Maruthi and produced by T.G. Vishwa Prasad under People Media Factory, marks a significant departure for Prabhas, venturing into the horror-comedy-romance space for the very first time .
Why the Buzz? Unveiling “The Raja Saab“
- Prabhas’ Genre Debut: Known for epic action and sci-fi spectacles like “Baahubali,” “Salaar,” and “Kalki 2898 AD,” “The Raja Saab” showcases Prabhas in uncharted territory – a supernatural horror entertainer blended with comedy and romance .
- Dual Role Dynamite: Reports strongly suggest Prabhas is pulling double duty, playing both a young man facing a cash crunch and a ghostly figure, reportedly as grandson and grandfather, connected to an ancestral property – an old cinema theatre named Raja Deluxe .
- Stellar Cast & Crew: Prabhas leads a cast featuring Malavika Mohanan (making her Telugu debut), Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar as the leading ladies. The technical team boasts Karthik Palani as cinematographer and Thaman S composing the music, promising a lavish visual and auditory experience .
- Grand Scale & VFX: Touted as a “huge visual wonder,” the film features significant visual effects work. Elaborate sets were built, including one at Hyderabad’s Aluminium Factory in Gachibowli, and the climax was shot at Ramoji Film City. The reported budget sits between a massive ₹300-350 crore (approx. $36-42 million) .
- Pan-India Reach: True to Prabhas’ stature, “The Raja Saab” will release widely in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada, targeting a nationwide audience .
The Road to Release: Delays and Anticipation
“The Raja Saab” has been a long time coming. Principal photography began way back in October 2022, with filming occurring sporadically across locations like Hyderabad and Kanchipuram amidst Prabhas’ commitments to other big projects . The film faced multiple delays, most notably a postponement from its initial April 10, 2025 release date. Reports cited pending post-production work, particularly the extensive VFX, alongside some reshoots and financial/production challenges as reasons for the shift to December .
By early 2025, around 80-85% of filming was complete. Producer T.G. Vishwa Prasad consistently emphasized the film’s grand scale and reliance on VFX, hinting at the complexity behind the scenes .
What We Know (and Don’t) About the Story
While an official, detailed synopsis is still under wraps (director Maruthi even humorously dismissed an early IMDb logline!), the core premise involves a young heir looking to solve his financial woes by utilizing his ancestral property – the Raja Deluxe theatre. This sets the stage for supernatural encounters, romance, and comedic chaos .
Malavika Mohanan has teased her role, expressing excitement about the horror-comedy genre and emphasizing that her character holds significant importance despite Prabhas’ massive star power: “In most films, especially as the hero gets bigger, the smaller the role gets for the woman. But, it wasn’t the case with ‘The Raja Saab'” .
Mark Your Calendars: Teaser June 16, Release December 5!
The countdown is officially on. The June 16th teaser (10:52 PM IST) is poised to offer the first thrilling look at Prabhas in his ghostly avatar, the film’s unique tone blending scares and laughs, and the grandeur of its production. This teaser drop is a crucial moment to build hype for the December 5th, 2025 theatrical release .
Here’s a quick reference for the key details:
- Release Date: December 5, 2025
- Teaser Release: June 16, 2025, at 10:52 PM IST
- Director: Maruthi
- Producer: T.G. Vishwa Prasad (People Media Factory)
- Cast: Prabhas (Dual Role), Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, Riddhi Kumar
- Genre: Horror-Comedy-Romance
- Music: Thaman S
- Languages: Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada
- Budget: ₹300-350 Crore (Estimated)
“The Raja Saab” promises to be a landmark film in Prabhas’ career, showcasing his versatility and delivering a unique masala entertainer just in time for the 2025 holiday season. The December release pits it as a major year-end blockbuster contender. All eyes are now on June 16th for that first chilling, chuckle-inducing glimpse!