Just days before its grand theatrical release, The RajaSaab has received a major boost in Andhra Pradesh. The state government has officially approved a ticket price hike for the Prabhas-starrer, giving the film a stronger box-office push right out of the gate.
With advance buzz already running high and Sankranti season around the corner, the revised pricing signals strong confidence in the film’s commercial potential.
Andhra Pradesh Allows Higher Ticket Prices
As per the latest government order, The RajaSaab has been granted permission to increase ticket rates across Andhra Pradesh — covering both paid premiere shows and regular screenings.
- Paid premiere shows: Ticket prices capped at ₹1,000
- Single-screen theatres: Prices increased by ₹150, taking the ticket cost to ₹297
- Multiplexes: A hike of ₹200, with tickets now priced at ₹377
These revised rates will apply for the first ten days of the film’s run. Additionally, the makers have been allowed to screen up to five shows per day, giving the film maximum reach during its crucial opening window.
A Strategic Boost Before Release Day
The price hike comes at a crucial moment, as The RajaSaab is set to release worldwide on January 9. With multiple big-ticket films arriving around the same time, the approval strengthens the film’s opening-day prospects — especially in Prabhas’ core markets.
Historically, ticket price hikes in Andhra Pradesh are reserved for films with strong advance interest and large-scale appeal, placing The RajaSaab firmly in the “event film” category.
About The RajaSaab: Horror, Comedy, and Family Emotion
Directed by Maruthi and produced by TG Vishwa Prasad under People Media Factory, The RajaSaab blends horror, comedy, and emotion — a shift from the heavy action spectacles Prabhas has been associated with in recent years.
Prabhas plays Raja Saab, a man deeply connected to his grandmother, portrayed by Zarina Wahab. The story unfolds when he enters an abandoned haveli searching for answers — only to realise that the house itself is a psychological and supernatural trap.
The film also stars:
- Sanjay Dutt as a calm yet terrifying hypnotist who controls minds instead of using brute force
- Malavika Mohanan
- Nidhhi Agerwal
- Riddhi Kumar
- Boman Irani, playing a mysterious psychiatrist and paranormal investigator who grounds the film’s supernatural elements
Prabhas on Choosing a Horror-Comedy
Sharing insights into the making of the film, Prabhas revealed that The RajaSaab was born from a desire to give audiences a complete entertainer rather than another action-heavy spectacle.
He noted that director Maruthi carried the weight of the film for nearly three years, emotionally and creatively. Prabhas also praised the film’s climax, calling it one of the most powerful he has encountered in the horror-comedy genre, and credited the producer for backing the script with unwavering faith.
According to the actor, The RajaSaab marks a return to full-fledged entertainer mode — something fans have been eager to see.
Multi-Language Release and Sankranti Stakes
The RajaSaab will release in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, positioning it as a pan-India festive release. With Sankranti traditionally being a high-traffic moviegoing period, expectations are firmly set on a strong opening weekend.
Final Words
With government-approved ticket hikes, multiple daily shows, and Prabhas returning in a genre-blending avatar, The RajaSaab is stepping into theatres with solid momentum. Whether the horror-comedy experiment clicks with audiences will be known soon — but from a business standpoint, the film has already secured a powerful start.
All eyes are now on January 9.
