HYDERABAD: It is a shocking mid-week crash for Prabhas starrer The Raja Saab. After a decent opening weekend, the horror-comedy directed by Maruthi has witnessed a massive drop on its first Tuesday (Day 5), raising serious questions about its recovery.
To make matters worse, a controversy has erupted on social media, with netizens alleging that the makers are offering money to delete negative reviews.
Box Office Report: The Numbers Don’t Lie
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, the film’s collections nose-dived on Tuesday, January 13.
- Day 5 (India Net): ₹4.85 Crore (All Languages) – A drop of nearly 70% from Sunday.
- Total Hindi Collection: ~₹18.65 Crore (Disastrous).
- Total Worldwide Gross: ~₹175 Crore (Budget is reportedly ₹400 Cr).
The Hindi version has been rejected by the audience, earning less than ₹1.5 Crore yesterday, as it faces stiff competition from the holdover hit Dhurandhar.
Quick Updates:
- Day 5 Collection: ₹4.85 Cr (Crash)
- Total India Net: ₹119 Cr
- Verdict: Trending towards “Disaster”
- Controversy: “Paid Review” Screenshots
The “Paid Review” Scandal (Viral on X)
While the box office bleeds, a storm is brewing online. An X (formerly Twitter) user with the handle @BS__unfiltered shared a screenshot claiming he was offered ₹14,000 by the film’s PR team to delete his negative review and post a positive one.
- The Claim: “They are offering me money to delete this!!! Nahi hoga delete,” the user wrote.
- Fan Reaction: “Rebel Star” fans are divided, with some calling it a “fake smear campaign” while others are questioning the makers’ desperation.
Maruthi’s “Villa 17” Challenge Backfires
Director Maruthi is also facing heat for his pre-release statement where he famously said: “If fans are disappointed even 1%, come to my house at Villa No 17, Kolla Luxuria.”
- Trolls are now sharing the address online, asking if the director is ready to face the disappointed audience after the weak VFX and “outdated” comedy tracks.
Can it Survive the Weekend?
With Makar Sankranti holidays ending and big releases like Game Changer (Ram Charan) and Thandel eating up screens in Telugu states, The Raja Saab faces a tough road ahead. Unless the film sees a miraculous jump today (Wednesday), it might wrap up under ₹200 Cr gross lifetime.
FAQ Section:
A1: Given the high budget (~₹400 Cr), the current trend suggests it is heading towards being a Box Office Flop unless it holds strong till the weekend.
A2: It is a horror-comedy where Prabhas plays a dual role, featuring a ghost and a treasure hunt in an old palace.
