Now that the initial dust has settled and the hype that typically surrounds a star hero teaser has cooled down, it’s time to look at the realistic feedback for The Raja Saab teaser.
When it comes to the Telugu audience, it’s a clear pass.
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Maruthi has either met expectations or, in the case of some skeptics, even exceeded them.
The general consensus now is that the teaser is decent—not earth-shattering or path-breaking—but it works.
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There is no radically new world or new-age writing on display, yet Maruthi has managed to deliver a teaser that has struck a chord.
Most Telugu viewers are now locked in for a First Day, First Show The Raja Saab experience. Seeing Prabhas in a horror-comedy setup has felt refreshing, especially given his recent string of serious roles.
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Prabhas look in the teaser is also being appreciated as a huge improvement over his previous appearances. The light-hearted tone, combined with spooky visuals, added to the intrigue.
On the flip side, many agree that the horror setting and narrative feel very familiar, and while the writing is decent, there’s nothing groundbreaking.
But in the Telugu context, that didn’t turn out to be a drawback. Based on the current response, the teaser has done its job and built solid momentum.
Looking ahead, it’s all about how director Maruthi carries this forward.
Thaman too will play a key role with the music. These days, it’s rare for a big Telugu hero’s song to truly click—but if Thaman delivers even one chartbuster, the hype can skyrocket. This is a golden opportunity for Thaman.
So, that’s the settled talk on the Telugu side for now.
When it comes to the Hindi response, it’s definitely mixed.
The core issue lies in the fact that the horror-comedy genre isn’t new to Hindi audiences. Bollywood has already delivered several big blockbusters in this space, so the visuals, tone, and overall treatment of The Raja Saab teaser feel familiar for them.
Many viewers did not find anything particularly fresh or exciting, either visually or narratively, compared to what they’ve already seen.
That said, seeing Prabhas in a more comic and entertainer-style role was a welcome shift for some. But for most, it still didn’t offer a sense of a new world or experience. The novelty factor just wasn’t there.
There were also a few specific concerns raised with the Hindi version of the teaser.
Sanjay Dutt known for his distinct and powerful voice didn’t dub for himself. The use of a dubbing artist noticeably diluted the impact of his character.
The final punchline, which landed well in Telugu, didn’t work in Hindi—likely due to the altered dialogues or weaker delivery.
Prabhas’s voice also drew criticism; instead of Sharad Kelkar, whose voice had become synonymous with him post-Baahubali, a new dubbing artist was brought in. This change had an effect.
In contrast, the Telugu version of the teaser struck the right chord and passed comfortably with its audience. But in Hindi, the response remains divided, mostly due to genre fatigue (Bhool Bhulaiyaa series, Munjya, and Stree 2), voice-related drawbacks, and a general lack of novelty in its presentation. Addressing these issues in the trailer is extremely crucial.
