Prabhas' New Avatar Unveiled: 'The Raja Saab' Trailer Sets Up Star Wars with Sanjay Dutt

The much-anticipated trailer for the Telugu film 'The Raja Saab,' starring Rebel Star Prabhas and directed by Maruthi, has officially been released, sending waves of excitement through the actor's massive fanbase. Billed as a horror-comedy with elements of fantasy, the trailer showcases Prabhas in a refreshing, multi-faceted role, stepping away from his recent action-heavy projects.

A Peek Inside the Eerie Trailer

The Hook: The trailer opens on a suspenseful note, with Prabhas' character seemingly undergoing hypnosis guided by a therapist (Boman Irani). As he delves into his past, the scene quickly shifts to a spooky, haunted mansion, setting an ominous and intriguing tone for the horror-comedy genre.

Prabhas' Dual Avatar: The trailer hints at a potential dual role for Prabhas, featuring him as both a lighthearted, charismatic youth and an older, more powerful figure connected to the mansion's dark secrets. His comedic timing and carefree attitude are highlighted, which has been a welcome change for fans eager to see him in a more jovial avatar.

The Clash of Titans: A major highlight of the trailer is the confrontation between Prabhas and Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt, who plays the main antagonist. Dutt's character is introduced as a menacing force-an "exorcist, psychiatrist, and hypnotist" all in one. The climax of the confrontation is set up when Prabhas, in a moment of swagger, declares their upcoming battle a "Star Wars," promising a grand fantasy action sequence.

Visuals and Music: The film also stars actresses Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar in key roles. While the cinematography by Karthik Palani and the background score by Thaman S are strong and contribute to the grand scale, some early reactions have pointed out that the VFX (Visual Effects) in certain sequences, such as a fight with a crocodile, appeared somewhat underwhelming. Despite this, the overall blend of action, romance, and supernatural comedy promises a complete entertainment package.

Release and Expectations

Produced by People Media Factory, 'The Raja Saab' is scheduled for a worldwide release on January 9, 2026, timed for the Sankranthi festival. The film will be released in multiple languages, including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.

Given Prabhas' pan-India stardom and the film's shift to a beloved horror-comedy genre, 'The Raja Saab' is carrying immense expectations to deliver a massive box office opening, proving to be the "full meals" entertainer that fans have been waiting for.