Director Maruthi on ‘The Raja Saab’ delay: ‘Waiting for the final delivery of the VFX output’

Maruthi said, 'Many CGI studios are involved in our film , so far the output received from a few studios is exciting, expecting the same from other studios.'

Published Apr 11, 2025 | 4:34 PMUpdated Apr 11, 2025 | 4:34 PM

A poster of the film The Raja Saab

Prabhas’ next big release The Raja Saab, that was supposed to release this April, has been delayed. While there has been no official announcement regarding the new release date, director Maruthi addressed the delay on his X page.

The director, responding to a user’s question on the delay, noted that the they are waiting for the final delivery of the VFX output.

He wrote on X: “To give the accurate info People Media Factory (are) on that job. Expecting CG out put soon once those are verified makers will announce the release date , many external things will involve in this process, it’s not a one man word or work so things will take time ,
Be Lil patient, every one is giving their best to match ur expectations.”

He further added, “We are left with a little talkie part and songs , Many CGI studios are involved in our film , so far the output received from a few studios is exciting, expecting the same from other studios, if songs shoot will complete singles also will entertain you , I am also waiting to show u guys our hard work.”

The Raja Saab

The 45-second teaser released earlier, showed Prabhas, in the titular role, arriving on a motorcycle, wearing a suit and sunglasses, and holding a bouquet. He confidently admires his reflection in a car mirror.

After a long hiatus, Prabhas returns in a vibrant and dashing avatar that fans will surely admire. Prabhas will sport a thick beard and long hair in it.

Produced by People Media Factory with music by SS Thaman, The Raja Saab features an ensemble cast including Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal and Riddhi Kumar in key roles, along with Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Jisshu Sengupta, and Brahmanandam.

Meanwhile, Prabhas is also working on Hanu Raghavapudi’s film. Additionally, Prabhas is set to collaborate with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga on an action film titled Spirit, where he may portray a cop.

Prabhas is also working on Salaar 2 with Prashanth Neel and a sequel to Kalki 2898 AD.

Also Read: Fans go gaga over ‘The Raja Saab’ promo

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