The Raja Saab OTT Boom Amid Negative Response

Prabhas’ latest film The Raja Saab has been the talk of the town again after its OTT premiere. Even though the movie got a rough reception from audiences during its theatrical run, it has climbed to the top spot on JioHotstar’s trending list.

Many viewers expected smoother storytelling and better visuals, but social media reactions have been harsh. Still, the film is drawing plenty of eyeballs on the streaming platform.

Digital Release Details

The Raja Saab started streaming on JioHotstar from 6 February 2026 in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. Its Hindi stream, however, is missing for now.

The OTT release includes a version that differs slightly from the theatrical cut, as producers re-edited parts of the film to improve the digital experience.

Strong Cast, Big Expectations

The film features a star-studded ensemble including Prabhas, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, Riddhi Kumar, Sanjay Dutt and Zarina Wahab. It was produced by People Media Factory, with music by Thaman.

Given the mix of established actors and a popular composer, expectations were high — both at the box office and online.

Why Viewers Are Upset

Despite trending at No.1, The Raja Saab has faced serious backlash from viewers:

* Clips shared on social media exposed continuity issues, weak VFX and unexplained plot points.

* Many fans pointed out scenes where Prabhas’ face appeared to be digitally imposed on stunt doubles.

* Jokes and narrative logic have been widely criticised, with some users calling the film disappointing compared to other horror-comedy titles.

This mix of complaints has kept the film in online discussions, even as it tops OTT charts.

What This Means for the Film’s Reputation

The Raja Saab’s OTT popularity shows that curiosity alone can push a movie up the charts, regardless of early word-of-mouth. But the strong negative reaction from viewers indicates that being number one doesn’t always mean praise.

For many fans, watching a major star like Prabhas in a widely discussed film — even if it’s criticised — is enough to click and stream.

Final Note

The Raja Saab continues to dominate OTT trends despite debate and dissatisfaction from many viewers. Whether this online success helps the film’s legacy in the long run remains to be seen, but for now it’s a hot topic among Indian movie fans.