Telugu fantasy horror-comedy The Raja Saab has finally arrived in cinemas, and anticipation around Prabhas’ return to the big screen has been sky-high. The film opened to strong footfalls on its first
day, though audience reactions have been mixed, particularly over its balance of horror, fantasy, and humour. What has decisively grabbed attention, however, is the confirmation that the story will continue beyond this film.
Within hours of the first-day shows, fans spotted confirmation of a sequel, with the makers officially revealing the title of the second part as The Raja Saab Circus 1935.
The Raja Saab Circus 1935: What We Know So Far
While no release date has been announced yet, it has been confirmed that Prabhas’ character Raju will return in the sequel. Reports suggest that the actor will be seen in a drastically different avatar this time, allegedly portraying a deadly joker, signalling a darker and more eccentric turn for the franchise.
At present, there is no clarity on whether the rest of the cast—including Sanjay Dutt, Boman Irani, Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, Riddhi Kumar, and Zarina Wahab—will reprise their roles in the second instalment. The announcement has nevertheless sparked intense speculation among fans, many of whom believe the first film deliberately left narrative threads open for expansion.
Plot Overview: Greed, Family Secrets, And The Supernatural
The Raja Saab follows Raju, a small-town hustler played by Prabhas, who looks after his grandmother Gangamma, portrayed by Zarina Wahab. Suffering from Alzheimer’s, Gangamma clings to fragments of memory surrounding her long-lost husband, pushing Raju to investigate the truth behind his disappearance.
What begins as a personal search soon uncovers unsettling secrets tied to the family’s past. Raju learns that his grandfather—believed by many to be an exorcist banished years ago—has, in fact, been dead for a long time. Yet his presence refuses to fade.
When The Past Returns To Haunt The Present
As Raju plans to sell off the family’s ancestral mansion for quick money, a mysterious spirit linked to his grandfather resurfaces, threatening the new heir. Set largely in Hyderabad, the film builds towards a tense confrontation between the cash-hungry grandson and a vengeful supernatural force.
This clash between greed and the unknown forms the backbone of the narrative, blending eerie mythology with comic beats and spectacle-driven fantasy.
What Lies Ahead For The Franchise
The Raja Saab released in theatres across India on January 9, 2026. With The Raja Saab Circus 1935 already officially announced, the film appears to be the first chapter in a larger cinematic universe. If the sequel leans fully into its darker, more experimental promise, Prabhas’ return could mark a striking tonal shift—and one that fans will be watching closely.
