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‘The Raja Saab’ reached theatres worldwide on January 9, 2026, during the Sankranthi festival. Before the full release, special premiere shows were held in select cities on January 8. A small group of people got to watch the film early. As soon as the shows ended, viewers started sharing their thoughts online. Most reactions came on X, where fans quickly post what they feel right after watching the film. Since Prabhas is in the lead role, the excitement was already high.
Big praise for second half and climax
Many viewers are talking a lot about the second half and the climax. One user wrote, “#TheRajaSaab is a master piece . That last 40 minutes from hospital scene is First half beautifully builds for this grandeur The Graphics & VfX is of Hollywood standards. It’s an experience to be felt in cinema Verdict :Outstanding, never before in Indian cinema #Prabhas.” Another user shared excitement and wrote, “Good first half and super 2nd half with Rebelstar one man show. Liked it & a blockbuster sankranthi loading #TheRajaSaab.” Several viewers feel the film picks up strongly after the interval and keeps the energy till the end.
Fans enjoy Prabhas and Maruthi combo
Prabhas’ performance is getting a lot of love. Many fans called it a one man show. One user said, “Excellent!! #TheRajaSaab works for me more than any other prabhas films in the last 7 years. Maruthi hit it out of the park with Horror fantasy, credit to him for exploring this kind of genre and actually doing a great job. Thaman’s music is outstanding. Prabhas one man show!!” Another tweet said, “Title card Hero entry Comedy timing Interval Nache Nache Song Pre Climax Climax Blockbuster Bomma – 3.5678 Excited for Rajasaab Circus 2.0.” Fans also enjoyed the comedy, hero entry, and songs.
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Emotional moments and music stand out
Some viewers spoke about the emotional side of the film. One user wrote, “Still in a trance after what Rebel #Prabhas and @DirectorMaruthi have cooked The scenes between the hero garu and the grandmother were literally the emotional heart of the film and stayed throughout Last 40 minutes with @MusicThaman going god level for the REBEL GOD is the kind of cinema we’ve all been craving for.” Another user added, “Climax too good Decent 2nd half 2nd half First 20 minutes ,last 20 minutes Too Good Families ki connect ayithe Hittu Bomma #TheRajaSaab.” One more reaction said, “done with the show climax eh cinema fate ni decide chestadi adi thappa 2nd half motham nonstop duty by pb, heroines and thaman 3.75/5.”The Raja Saab: Movie Review and Release Live Updates: Prabhas’ film to open big at the box office
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Overall, early viewers feel the film gives a strong theatre experience.
