Prabhas-starrer Raja Saab, a fantasy horror-comedy, made its theatrical debut on January 9, 2026, coinciding with the Sankranti festival. Nearly a month after its big-screen run, the film has now started streaming on JioHotstar, giving audiences another chance to catch it from the comfort of their homes.
As the film landed on OTT, social media—especially Twitter (X)—was quick to share reactions. If you’re planning to stream Raja Saab this weekend, here’s a look at what netizens are saying.
Raja Saab OTT Twitter verdict
The general tone of the online response appears to be largely critical, with several users expressing disappointment over the film’s execution.
One user questioned the way a superstar like Prabhas was introduced in the film and criticized the abrupt shift from scenes to songs. The user also compared the set quality to earlier Telugu films, calling it underwhelming (translated from Telugu).
Another netizen took a sharp dig at director Maruthi, sarcastically stating that they would rather watch a three-hour shot of Prabhas sleeping than sit through the film. The user also slammed the action sequences, questioning their relevance to the story (translated from Telugu).
A third viewer commented that they managed to watch only 23 minutes of the film before taking multiple breaks, wondering how audiences endured the entire film in theatres (translated from Telugu).
Overall, social media reactions suggest that Raja Saab has struggled to impress OTT viewers, much like its theatrical response.
About Raja Saab
Raja Saab is a fantasy horror-comedy that follows the story of Raja, a young man living with his grandmother. When she begins experiencing visions of her late husband, Raja decides to uncover his grandfather’s mysterious past. His search leads him to a haunted mansion, where he discovers that his grandfather’s spirit is deeply tied to dark, unresolved secrets.
As Raja becomes entangled in a supernatural plot, he must find a way to break free from his grandfather’s ghostly grip and restore balance.
The film features an ensemble cast including Prabhas, Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, Riddhi Kumar, Boman Irani, Zarina Wahab, and Samuthirakani in key roles.
Written and directed by Maruthi, Raja Saab was produced by TG Vishwa Prasad, Kriti Prasad, and Ishaan Saxena under the banners of People Media Factory and IVY Entertainment. The music and background score were composed by Thaman S.
Prabhas’ upcoming films
On the work front, Prabhas will next be seen in the period action drama Fauji, directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, which is expected to release during Dussehra 2026.
He also has the highly anticipated police action drama Spirit in the pipeline, scheduled for release on March 5, 2027.
Disclaimer:
Box office figures are compiled from various trade sources and internal research. While the numbers may be approximate, they serve as a fair indicator of the film’s overall box office performance.
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