Prabhas and Maruthi's highly anticipated film, The Raja Saab, has been stuck in production for a while now. Despite starting the shoot a long time ago, the film is still on sets, and the makers are yet to announce a release date. The reason behind this delay is said to be obtaining high-quality content. Both the director and producers are adamant about not compromising on the film's production value and VFX, which is resulting in significant costs.
The makers are spending a substantial amount on production, and Maruthi is keen on delivering a film that meets the expectations of Prabhas' pan-India films. This attention to detail is causing the delay, but the team is unwilling to settle for anything less than their vision. Additionally, Maruthi has decided to announce the release date only when they are completely satisfied with the output.
The second half of the year is packed with big releases, including War 2, Vishwambhara, OG, Akhanda 2, Mirai, Coolie, and Kantara 2. With so many big budgeted films lined up, finding a suitable release date for The Raja Saab is proving to be a challenge. There are rumors that the film might be considering a Sankranthi 2026 release, which could be a strategic move. As a horror entertainer, The Raja Saab could capitalize on the Sankranthi season, which has historically been a successful time for big releases.