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'Raja Saab' Fails to Impress: Prabhas Film's Grim Box Office
25 Jan
Summary
- Prabhas's 'Raja Saab' collected only Rs 23 lakhs on its 16th day in India.
- The film has amassed Rs 205.26 Cr worldwide, with India net at Rs 143.24 Cr.
- Viewers criticize outdated direction and weak storytelling in 'Raja Saab'.
Prabhas's recent venture, the horror-comedy 'The Raja Saab', is facing a challenging period at the box office, with its performance showing a considerable slowdown. On its 16th day, the film garnered only Rs 23 lakhs in India, indicating a significant drop in viewership. This trend suggests that even weekend releases are no longer significantly impacting the film's revenue.
Despite the slow domestic collection, 'The Raja Saab' has reportedly earned Rs 205.26 Cr worldwide. Its India net collection stands at Rs 143.24 Cr, with the Telugu version performing the strongest at Rs 117.36 Cr net. The Hindi version has collected Rs 24.17 Cr net, while the Malayalam version has seen minimal success, accumulating only Rs 23 lakhs net.
Public reception on social media has been mixed, with many viewers expressing disappointment. Criticisms often point to weak storytelling, disjointed scenes, and underdeveloped characters. Director Maruthi's approach has also been described as outdated, failing to resonate with contemporary audiences. The film features a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Sanjay Dutt, and Boman Irani.
