What happens when a mega–star like **Prabhas** opens huge at the box office… and then stumbles on Day 2? That's exactly the story unfolding with **"The Raja Saab"**—a film that roared in with a massive opening, only to face a sharp reality check within 24 hours.[2] After a strong Day 1, where the film reportedly collected about **Rs 53.75 crore** across all languages in India, Day 2 painted a very different picture.[2] The Prabhas starrer saw its earnings drop to **Rs 27.83 crore** on the second day, a significant fall that has already triggered intense debate among trade watchers and fans alike.[2] In just **two days**, though, the film has still managed to put up an impressive **Rs 90.73 crore net in India** and around **Rs 138.4 crore worldwide**, helped by about **Rs 30 crore** from overseas markets.[2] The India gross after two days stands near **Rs 108.4 crore**, underlining once again the sheer pull of Prabhas at the ticket window—even when the talk isn't entirely positive.[2] ### Mixed response beneath big numbers Dig a little deeper, and the numbers start telling a more nuanced story: - The **Telugu version** is clearly the backbone, contributing **Rs 22.38 crore on Day 2**, and reaching **Rs 78.68 crore in just two days**.[2] - The **Hindi version** brought in around **Rs 5.2 crore** on Day 2, reflecting a far more subdued response.[2] - The **Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam** versions added only in lakhs, signalling limited traction beyond core markets.[2] Occupancy data backs this up. On Saturday, the film saw about **44% Telugu occupancy**, with a slow start in the morning shows that improved by night, touching over **51%** for the late shows.[2] Hindi occupancy, however, stayed weak at around **13% overall**, with many seats lying vacant in the morning and only modest improvement by night.[2] ### What went wrong after the bumper opening? According to early audience reactions and box office trackers, **word of mouth has been mixed**, especially around the **storytelling and execution** of this fantasy–horror comedy.[2] While Prabhas' star power and the genre's mass appeal ensured a smashing start, sustaining that momentum was always going to depend on how well the content connected beyond the first–day hype. Early feedback points to: - Strong curiosity and fan turnout on Day 1. - A more cautious general audience on Day 2, reacting to social media chatter and reviews. - A clear divide between **robust performance in Telugu** and **underperformance in other languages**.[2] Yet, even with the Day 2 dip, crossing the **Rs 100 crore worldwide mark so quickly** keeps "The Raja Saab" firmly in the conversation—and gives it a fighting chance to stabilise if Sunday and the first weekday trend better. ### Why this matters for Prabhas and pan-India cinema For Prabhas, every release post–Baahubali arrives with sky–high expectations. "The Raja Saab" is another test of: - How far his **star pull alone** can drive openings. - Whether **content and execution** can match the scale and reach of a pan–India release. - How regional strength in Telugu can offset softer response in Hindi and other languages. Trade circles will be watching the **first weekend and Monday hold** very closely. A healthy Sunday jump could soften the impact of the Day 2 fall. A further slide, however, may lock the film into a strong–opening–but–front–loaded narrative. --- Now I'd love to hear from you: **Did you watch "The Raja Saab" yet?** Did the film live up to the hype, or did the storytelling and execution let you down? Share your thoughts in the comments, and if you found this breakdown useful, **share this post with fellow movie buffs** so more fans can join the discussion on where "The Raja Saab" really stands at the box office.Citations
1.https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/telugu/the-raja-saab-box-office-collection-day-1-update-prabhas-film-surpasses-dhurandhar-chhaava-rs-54-crore-10464666/
2.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/the-raja-saab-box-office-collections-day-2-prabhas-film-sees-big-drop-earns-rs-27-83-crore/articleshow/126460363.cms
3.https://www.filmibeat.com/telugu/news/2026/the-rajasaab-box-office-collection-day-1-early-update-first-weekend-prabhas-film-closer-to-100-cr-496628.html
4.https://www.koimoi.com/box-office/the-rajasaab-box-office-collection-day-1-registers-6th-biggest-opening-for-prabhas-misses-record-start-in-horror-comedy-genre/
5.https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/telugu-cinema/the-raja-saab-box-office-collection-day-2-prabhas-film-sees-a-sharp-dip-after-opening-crosses-85-crore-101768062923390.html
6.https://www.the-numbers.com/movie/RajaSaab-The-(2026-India)
7.https://www.imdb.com/news/ni65651264/
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