The Raja Saab Trailer 2.0: Prabhas Leads Psychological Horror-Comedy Ahead of Sankranthi 2026

The buzz around Prabhas' next theatrical release intensified on Monday with the launch of the second trailer for The Raja Saab, director Maruthi's horror-comedy entertainer that is gearing up for a January 9, 2026 release. Packed with unsettling visuals, psychological thrills and crowd-pleasing humour, the trailer positions the film as a multi-genre spectacle aimed at Sankranthi audiences across languages.

The new footage places Prabhas at the centre of a mysterious and emotionally-driven narrative. He plays the character Raja Saab, a grandson-like figure deeply bonded with Zarina Wahab's character, who grapples with memory loss but is strangely fixated on a hypnotist - a chilling role essayed by Sanjay Dutt. The trailer hints that the hypnotist's power extends into dreams, making him a threat long before he appears in person.

Visually, the promo blends supernatural elements with psychological tension - from torch-lit corridors to shifting reality and eerie reflections inside a dilapidated haveli. One standout moment shows Prabhas seemingly overtaken by the villain's influence, sporting grey hair and a carnival-style makeover reminiscent of Joker-esque imagery. These stylistic flourishes have already set social media abuzz, with fans speculating on dual-personality themes and the symbolic meaning of the transformation.

Alongside Prabhas and Sanjay Dutt, The Raja Saab features a star-driven ensemble including Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, Riddhi Kumar, Boman Irani and Zarina Wahab. The cast lineup and festival-friendly release date make the project a major theatrical bet for 2026, especially as audiences continue to return to large-scale films in cinemas.

Producers TG Vishwa Prasad and Krithi Prasad, in a statement shared on X, promised a "spectacular Sankranthi experience" shaped by strong performances, lavish visuals and a score designed for the big screen.

With just a few months to go before the film reaches cinemas, trailer 2.0 has done its job - igniting curiosity around Maruthi's attempt to blend fear, fun and family emotions into one commercial package. Whether the gamble pays off at the box office will be known this festive season, but for now, The Raja Saab has firmly entered the conversation as one of Sankranthi's biggest cinematic contenders.