The team behind The Raja Saab, starring global icon Prabhas, has officially announced that the dubbing phase for the film has begun. The movie’s official social media handles shared an image of the technical crew intensely focused in the studio, stating, “The world will soon hear the rage, romance and entertaining ride of #TheRajaSaab. Dubbing begins with all heart.” This announcement signals that the Maruthi directorial is progressing swiftly toward its grand worldwide release scheduled for January 9, 2026.
The anticipation for the film, a blend of romance, action, and supernatural elements, has been dramatically amplified by the massive success of its trailer, which was also attached to the screenings of Kantara: Chapter 1. This trailer success has not only generated significant fan excitement but has also garnered high praise from influential figures in the Indian film industry.
Filmmakers Weigh In: Unanimous Acclaim for Prabhas’s New Avatar
The response from veteran filmmakers has highlighted the fresh and unexpected direction the film is taking. Director Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) took to social media to express his enthusiasm, declaring that The Raja Saab “showcases the most unexpected side of #prabhas”. RGV noted that after the repeated portrayal of Prabhas in intense roles, this film presents a welcome change, calling it a “MULTI MASALA MIX of the BEST OF PRABHAS”. He extended his thanks to the team, particularly producer TG Vishwa Prasad and director Maruthi, for creating what he termed a “DARLING” film. This strong endorsement from a seasoned director suggests the film transcends simple genre classification, offering a rich, layered performance from the star.
Adding to the chorus of praise, actor and director Rishab Shetty, known for his work in Kantara, also expressed his excitement. Wishing the team the very best, Shetty stated that the trailer “looks truly grand and promising”, validating the scale and cinematic spectacle that the producers at People Media Factory are aiming for. The enthusiastic reception from peers confirms that the project, with music by Thaman S, is hitting all the right notes with its promotional content.
Supernatural Themes and Global Release Strategy
The posters, which have gone viral, feature Prabhas in a dual-exposure image intertwined with a spooky, dilapidated mansion, visually confirming the film’s supernatural thriller core. One striking poster, released as a “Happy Dussehra” greeting, shows Prabhas wielding a bloodied sword against a darkly opulent backdrop, further hinting at themes of good versus evil and the “rage” mentioned by the official handle.
With the dubbing process underway, the film is on track to meet its ambitious release date of January 9, 2026. The production team’s commitment to a multi-lingual release, covering Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada markets, signifies a strategic push to make The Raja Saab a definitive pan-India and international box office phenomenon, capitalizing on Prabhas’s immense global appeal.
