The much-anticipated Prabhas starrer, The Raja Saab, is all set to hit theaters this Friday, January 9. This grand horror-comedy has generated significant hype due to its genre, scale, and the immense star power of Prabhas. Exclusive details regarding its censor certification have now emerged, providing insights into the film's final cut.
CBFC Certification & Key Edits The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has officially passed `The Raja Saab` with a U/A 16+ certificate, issued on December 24, 2025. While all dialogues and romantic scenes have been kept intact without any cuts, the Examining Committee did request modifications for two gory scenes: * Blood Visuals: A scene depicting blood being washed on the floor was requested for modification. The makers have converted this visual into monochrome (black and white), as per the censor list, to reduce its graphic impact. * Beheading Scene: A scene where a character is beheaded was shortened by 4 seconds and reduced to quick flash visuals, ensuring a less explicit depiction.
Film Length and Box Office Clash `The Raja Saab` boasts an extensive run time of 189.00 minutes, which translates to 3 hours and 9 minutes, promising a long and immersive cinematic experience. The film's release on January 9 will see it clash with the Tamil film `Jana Nayagan`, which also has a lengthy runtime reportedly exceeding 3 hours.
Star-Studded Cast and Creative Team Beyond the charismatic Prabhas, `The Raja Saab` features a formidable ensemble cast including: * Sanjay Dutt * Boman Irani * Nidhhi Agerwal * Malavika Mohanan * Riddhi Kumar * Zarina Wahab The film is written and directed by Maruthi and produced by People Media Factory and IVY Entertainment, promising a high-quality production under a visionary creative team. Get ready to experience this exciting horror-comedy in cinemas soon!
