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Prabhas to explore the horror genre for the first time with Raja Saab

With Raja Saab, pan-India superstar Prabhas ventures into new cinematic territory, marking his debut in the horror genre. Known for his towering screen presence and consistent box office dominance, Prabhas is all set to blend scares with charm in this fresh and unexpected role.
June 26, 2025 / 01:40 IST
Raja Saab, which was directed by Maruthi, is set to present Prabhas in a novel way that is simultaneously endearing, entertaining, and terrifying.

With Raja Saab, his first horror movie, Prabhas, the pan-Indian superstar renowned for his enormous on-screen persona and record-breaking box office performance, is stepping into uncharted territory.

The superstar, known for redefining cinematic milestones with epic sagas like the Baahubali franchise and the futuristic Kalki 2898 AD, is now preparing to excite audiences with a novel fusion of romance and horror—a genre crossover he has never attempted before.

Raja Saab, which was directed by Maruthi, is set to present Prabhas in a novel way that is simultaneously endearing, entertaining, and terrifying.

This film promises to be a compelling mix of scares and sentiment, highlighting a rarely seen playful side of the actor. Director Maruthi shared, “I was a bit scared as to how fans would receive the teaser, as Prabhas is playing a fun role. But ever since the teaser came out, everyone is loving the star's fun avatar, which was missing in his last few films.”

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Prabhas' chameleon-like ability to change roles, whether it's as the mysterious Bhairava in Kalki or the stoic warrior Amarendra Baahubali, is what makes him a cinematic force. He demonstrates once more with Raja Saab that he is not only a superstar but also a daring performer who isn't afraid to take risks.

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