Prabhas' 'The Raja Saab' Opens Strong with Rs 45 Crore on Day 1, Despite Mixed Reviews

• Prabhas' horror-comedy 'The Raja Saab' earned Rs 45 crore on its opening day, ahead of the Sankranthi festive weekend.
• The film, directed by Maruthi, saw strong footfalls driven by loyal fans and robust pre-release buzz, despite largely negative critical reviews.
• Including pre-release business, the film's total collection stands at Rs 54.15 crore, indicating a promising start for a horror-comedy.
• The ensemble cast includes Prabhas, Sanjay Dutt, Zarina Wahab, Boman Irani, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar.
• A sequel has already been confirmed by the makers, signaling confidence in the franchise's potential.

Why It Matters: Prabhas' 'The Raja Saab' achieved a strong box office opening despite mixed reviews, highlighting his star power.