The “Man of Masses” Prabhas has once again proved his unparalleled stardom. His latest cinematic spectacle, ‘The Raja Saab’, has stormed into theaters, creating a historical wave at the box office. Directed by Maruthi, this horror-comedy has not only met the sky-high expectations of fans but has also set a new benchmark for opening day collections in 2026.
A Historic Start for the Raja Saab
From the very first show, ‘The Raja Saab’ witnessed a massive turnout. The film’s unique blend of chills and laughs, combined with Prabhas’s charismatic screen presence, has translated into incredible numbers. While the Telugu heartland remains the primary engine of growth, the film has shown surprising strength in the Hindi-speaking markets and international circuits.
Day-wise Collection Breakdown (India Net)
The film’s momentum started early with special previews on Thursday and accelerated into a massive Friday release.
- Day 0 [Thursday Previews]: ₹ 9.15 Cr (Telugu)
- Day 1 [1st Friday]: ₹ 54.15 Cr
- Telugu: ₹ 47.40 Cr
- Hindi: ₹ 6.15 Cr
- Tamil: ₹ 0.4 Cr
- Kannada: ₹ 0.1 Cr
- Malayalam: ₹ 0.1 Cr
- Total India Net Collection: ₹ 63.30 Cr
Worldwide Box Office Report: The 100 Crore Milestone
The global audience has welcomed ‘The Raja Saab’ with open arms. The film has officially entered the prestigious 100-crore club on its opening day itself.
| Collection Category | Amount (In Crores) |
| India Net Collection | ₹ 63.30 Cr |
| India Gross Collection | ₹ 74.90 Cr |
| Overseas Collection | ₹ 26.00 Cr |
| Worldwide Total Collection | ₹ 100.90 Cr |
The Prabhas Factor in the North
One of the major highlights of the Day 1 report is the film’s performance in the Hindi belt. Collecting ₹ 6.15 Cr on an opening Friday for a horror-comedy is a testament to Prabhas’s pan-India pull. Trade analysts predict a significant jump on Saturday and Sunday as family audiences join the craze.
About the Film
Produced by People Media Factory with a massive budget of ₹400–450 Cr, ‘The Raja Saab’ is a 3-hour 10-minute visual feast.
- Star Cast: Prabhas, Sanjay Dutt, Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, and comedy legends like Brahmanandam and Yogi Babu.
- Director: Maruthi Dasari
- Music: S. Thaman (Whose background score is receiving standing ovations).
- Release Date: 09 January 2026
Conclusion:
‘The Raja Saab’ has silenced critics with a thunderous ₹100.90 Cr worldwide opening. With positive word-of-mouth regarding the comedy sequences and visual effects, the film is poised to become one of the highest-grossers of the year.
