Prabhas’ The Raja Saab Holds Strong Despite Mixed Reviews, Nears ₹100 Cr Net |

Updated: January 11, 2026 23:11

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Prabhas’ The Raja Saab earned ₹27.83 crore net on Day 2, taking its India total to ₹90.73 crore and worldwide gross to ₹138.4 crore. Despite mixed reviews and a 48% drop from Day 1, the film is set to cross the ₹100 crore net mark in India this weekend.

Prabhas’ much-anticipated fantasy thriller The Raja Saab has made a strong impact at the box office, though not without challenges. Released on January 9, 2026, the film opened to ₹53.75 crore net in India, showcasing the enduring star power of Prabhas. The Telugu version dominated collections, contributing nearly ₹47 crore on Day 1.

On Day 2, however, the film witnessed a sharp 48% decline, earning ₹27.83 crore net across languages. This brought the two-day India net total to ₹90.73 crore, while worldwide collections reached an impressive ₹138.4 crore gross. Despite the dip, the film is expected to cross the ₹100 crore net milestone in India within its opening weekend.

Language-Wise Performance

The Telugu version continues to lead, contributing ₹22.38 crore on Day 2, while the Hindi version added ₹5.2 crore. Other regional versions, including Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, saw minimal contributions, highlighting the film’s reliance on Prabhas’ core Telugu fan base.

Audience & Critical Reception

While fans celebrated Prabhas’ larger-than-life presence with confetti and cheers in theatres, critics offered mixed reviews, pointing to issues in storytelling and execution. Still, the film’s fantasy-horror blend and Prabhas’ charisma have ensured strong occupancy across major centres.

Market Context

Compared to Prabhas’ earlier mega-hits like Baahubali 2 and Salaar, The Raja Saab has not matched the same opening-day frenzy. Yet, its performance underscores Prabhas’ ability to draw crowds even amid mixed word-of-mouth. The film’s box office trajectory in the coming week will determine whether it sustains momentum or faces sharper declines.

Conclusion

The Raja Saab has delivered a solid start, nearing ₹100 crore net in India within two days. While the Day 2 dip raises questions about long-term sustainability, Prabhas’ star power and fan celebrations continue to drive strong box office numbers.

Sources: Times Now, LivemintMint, Financial Express, Times of IndiaTimes of India, Moneycontrol

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