The first song, titled “Rebel Saab,” from director Maruthi’s upcoming horror-comedy film The Raja Saab was officially released on Sunday, much to the excitement of fans. Numerous fans flocked to Vimal 70 MM Theatre in Hyderabad to witness the song launch on the big screen, despite a few hours’ delay in the planned release.
About the ‘Rebel Saab’ Song
The energetic track marks a return for star Prabhas to a playful, dancing role, thrilling his dedicated fan base.
- Music: Composed by Thaman S.
- Telugu Version: Sung by Sanjith Hegde and Blaaze, with lyrics by Ramajogayya Sastry.
- Hindi Version: Features vocals by Sachet Tandon (replacing Sanjith Hegde) and lyrics by Kumaar.
- Language Releases: The song was also simultaneously released in Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada.
- Visuals: The lyrical video offers colorful glimpses of Prabhas dancing with a large, enthusiastic crowd, leading to viral videos of fans throwing confetti and cheering loudly at the Hyderabad theatre premiere.
Details on ‘The Raja Saab’
- Genre & Plot: Written and directed by Maruthi, The Raja Saab is a horror-comedy. Promotional material hints at a man (Prabhas) who encounters a supernatural entity while attempting to sell his ancestral property.
- Cast: The film stars Prabhas in the lead role, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, and Riddhi Kumar.
- Release Date: The film, which has faced multiple postponements since filming began in 2022, is currently scheduled to be released in theatres on January 9 for the Sankranthi festival, setting up a clash with other major Telugu and Tamil releases.
Prabhas’s Upcoming Slate
Prabhas was last seen in Kalki 2898 AD (2024) and Kannappa (2025). His robust pipeline includes upcoming films like Fauzi and Spirit, in addition to the highly anticipated sequels to Salaar and Kalki 2898 AD.