The Raja Saab Box Office Day 9: Prabhas Starrer Logs Lowest 2nd Saturday Earnings, Crosses ₹136 Crore in India
January 18, 2026 — Prabhas’s latest release The Raja Saab has hit a noticeable slowdown at the box office, recording its lowest single‑day earnings so far on its second Saturday even as its cumulative India net crosses the ₹136 crore mark after nine days in theatres.
The fantasy horror‑comedy, directed by Maruthi and headlined by Prabhas alongside a strong ensemble cast including Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal and Boman Irani, entered its second weekend with muted audience turnaround. According to industry tracker Sacnilk and multiple trade reports, the film grossed around ₹2.8–3.0 crore on Saturday, marking its weakest daily tally since release and underlining the sharp drop in footfalls post the opening week.
Audience reactions on social media have been mixed to lukewarm, with many praising Prabhas’s performance but pointing out issues in storytelling and pacing. Critics have echoed similar sentiments, noting that while the film has visually striking sequences and strong star power, inconsistent writing and underdeveloped subplots have affected repeat viewership. Industry insiders suggest that unless positive word-of-mouth picks up in key regions, sustaining high box office numbers in the second week may remain a challenge for the film.
Despite a strong launch during the Sankranti festive period — where the film opened to significant anticipation and robust advance bookings — weekend and weekday collections trended downward. The Raja Saab amassed approximately ₹130 crore in its first week across all languages, powered largely by Prabhas’s star appeal and a wide pan‑Indian release. However, the second weekend has failed to sustain that momentum, with occupancy figures and ticket sales lagging behind expectations.
Industry observers note that while crossing the ₹136‑crore threshold in India is a respectable feat, it falls short of benchmarks typically associated with a high‑profile pan‑Indian entertainer featuring a star of Prabhas’s stature. Mixed critical reception and weaker word‑of‑mouth are believed to have contributed to the slump, with audience engagement dropping sharply after the first few days of release.
While the domestic box office shows signs of slowing, The Raja Saab has maintained a modest performance in overseas markets, particularly in the US, UAE, and Australia, where Prabhas’s fanbase remains strong. Analysts suggest that international revenue could help offset some of the decline in Indian collections, but sustaining momentum will depend heavily on word-of-mouth and social media buzz in the coming weekdays. Trade experts also point out that the film’s digital streaming rights and satellite deals could contribute significantly to its overall profitability, even as theatrical growth slows.
The Raja Saab opened energetically on its debut day with strong figures — estimated to be among Prabhas’s better opening day collections — but the subsequent days saw a progressive decline. Daily earnings dipped from strong weekend numbers through the first week, and the lackluster turn on the second Saturday signals a continuing challenge for the film to grow its weekend box office take.
Trade sources point out that occupancy rates across regions remained modest on Day 9, with stronger turnout in evening and night shows relative to the morning and afternoon slots, suggesting that while there remains some interest among the core audience, overall traction is limited.
Compared with other recent Telugu releases, The Raja Saab’s performance has also been overshadowed by competitors in select markets. For instance, Chiranjeevi’s film Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu has reportedly posted better cumulative numbers in the overseas box office and maintained steadier earnings domestically in its initial run, further highlighting how The Raja Saab’s momentum has tapered more rapidly than expected.
With total India net collections now exceeding ₹136 crore, attention will turn to how the film performs on Day 10 and beyond, particularly whether Sunday footfalls offer any recovery or if the downward trend persists. Sustained performance in key South Indian circuits and the Hindi‑speaking belt could still shape The Raja Saab’s ultimate box office fate as it moves into the second week of its theatrical journey.
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