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Time of India
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Prithviraj Sukumaran revealed 'The Raja Saab' actor Prabhas' charming disconnection from stardom
Prabhas is undoubtedly one of the most adored stars in the film industry, and in a world driven by glitz and glamour, it's rare to find someone like him who chooses to keep a low profile. Despite his massive stardom, Prabhas is one of those few celebrities who genuinely prefer to stay away from the constant spotlight. In fact, his Salaar co-star, Prithviraj Sukumaran , once shared that Prabhas isn't even fully aware of the scale of his own fame. In a throwback interview with Pinkvilla, Prithviraj fondly praised the superstar, calling him a true 'darling'—a 'title that perfectly matches his humble nature. Explaining further, he said, "He is one of those huge stars who are delightfully unaware of his own stardom." He will be on set and will be the last person to sit down. If another actor doesn't have a chair, he will keep standing till they get one. He is a gentleman. Never once did I feel that I was in another industry, so I am not the lead star on a set. That thought didn't even cross my mind. Prabhas is a big star but comfortable and secure enough to have another actor play such a big role, have screen time, and have so much importance throughout the film. " He also shared what kind of films Prabhas would like to do. "When I talk to him about the films that he wants to do, he keeps telling me, 'Sir, it's kind of a trap after Baahubali . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo I keep getting pushed to these big-ticket, Rs 400-500 cr films, but as an actor, I also want to try different things. I want to do a love story, a comedy.' "It is amazing he thinks that way," he remarked. After the adrenaline-pumping action and gripping storyline in Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, all eyes are now on its much-awaited sequel. Titled Salaar: Part 2 – Shouryanga Parvam, the follow-up has quickly become one of the most anticipated films on the horizon. Producer Vijay Kiragandur had earlier confirmed that the script was locked as early as January 2024. Interestingly, he described the sequel as having a 'Game of Thrones' vibe, promising a rich blend of drama, power struggles, and intense action. However, fans might have to wait a little longer than expected. Recent updates suggest that Salaar 2, along with Kalki 2898 AD – Part II, has faced some production delays. Prabhas is now set to begin work on a new fantasy project with director Prasanth Varma before returning to the sequels. With this shift in schedule, there's a strong possibility that the release of Salaar 2 could be pushed to late 2025 or even into 2026.
News18
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Prabhas' The Raja Saab Features India's Biggest Horror-Fantasy Set, Claim Makers
Designed by acclaimed art director Rajeevan Nambiar, this set isn't merely a backdrop but an immersive space that's integral to the story. From towering doors to shadowy corridors and rooms filled with secrets, the Haveli's layers unfold as the plot progresses. 'Every detail had to serve the emotion, not just the aesthetics. We wanted the set to feel haunted, not just look haunted," says Rajeevan Nambiar, adding, 'The aim was to create something that draws you in the moment you enter, whether you're a viewer or walking through it." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Prabhas (@actorprabhas) The Haveli will be opened to the media on June 16, coinciding with the release of The Raja Saab's official teaser. This visit will give them a preview of the world envisioned by director Maruthi, who is known for his distinctive touch in the horror-fantasy genre. Maruthi has combined scale and emotion to create an immersive cinematic experience. Every aspect of the Haveli, including stones, props, and shades, has been custom-made to enhance the horror. Even the floor has an eerie texture to add to the visuals. This isn't just set design; it's storytelling through space. Meanwhile, Prabhas, in a surprising move, has reportedly cut down his usual remuneration from Rs 150 crore to Rs 100 crore for The Raja Saab. This decision is believed to be influenced by the lukewarm response to his previous film, Adipurush, produced by People Media Factory, which received a lot of flak and underwhelming response at the box office. Despite this, Prabhas' film, Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, performed well at the box office, earning over Rs 600 crore. That apart, Kalki 2898 AD also garnered nearly Rs 1,200 crore worldwide. Produced by People Media Factory and Viswa Prasad, The Raja Saab is set to release on December 5, 2025, in five languages – Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. The film's music is composed by Thaman S. The film also stars Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Ridhi Kumar in prominent roles.
Indian Express
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Top 10 Most Watched Indian OTT Shows: Salaar, Dragon and Aashram
Nielsen's latest Mobile Audience Measurement report shared that Prabhas' pan-India action film Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire has emerged as the most-watched movie on streaming platforms in India for March 2025.
Indian Express
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Prabhas' Salaar is the most-watched movie on Indian OTT, Korean content outperforms homegrown titles on Netflix
JioHotstar dominated streaming charts in the month of March, according to new data shared by Nielsen. The most-watched film in India during this time was the Prabhas-starrer Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, which made over Rs 700 crore in its box office run. Directed by Prashanth Neel, Salaar also featured Prithviraj Sukumaran, and is set to get a sequel. According to the report, shared by Variety, JioHotstar occupied seven of the top 10 spots on the charts. Dragon, on Netflix, also found a spot on the list, which was compiled after measuring the mobile phone viewing patterns of people in the 18-45 demographic in urban areas with populations exceeding 1 lakh. The most-watched title as far as series are concerned was MX Player's Aashram, followed by JioHotstar's Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar. Surprisingly, the Korean series When Life Gives You Tangerines took the third spot, meaning that it outperformed every Indian title on Netflix in March. The fourth spot was claimed by the evergreen favourite Stranger Things, which also outperformed every Indian title. Game of Thrones also found a spot, while MTV Roadies led the pack in the non-original series category. Also read – Sikandar: Anurag Kashyap's right; Bollywood is doomed if stars like Salman Khan enable the Snapchat-ification of cinema The list is based on data compiled from metro, mini-metro, Tier 1, and Tier 2 cities, using metrics that measure time spent and engagement. India has the world's second-largest internet users, which is why it's high on the priority lists of international streamers. Netflix hasn't quite cracked the market yet, despite having had a presence in India since 2018. Thanks to the Indian Premier League, JioHotstar's subscriber rate reportedly grew to within touching distance of Netflix – 280 million, as compared to Netflix's 300 million-plus. Discussing the viewing habits of Indian audiences in an interview with Indian Express, Monika Shergill, vice president – content, Netflix India, said, 'You have to tell them in a way that wows people — surprises or delights them. It should be worth their time. Today, sitting anywhere in the world they can experience any kind of content, in any language. Their benchmark for what's good storytelling has gone up. We have some catching up to do.'
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Business Standard
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
JioHotstar tops March OTT charts on mobile for films, series: Nielsen
JioHotstar, the new combined platform of Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema, had several of its titles among the top 10 most-watched over-the-top (OTT) content on mobile devices across movies, original series, and non-original series categories for the month of March, according to Nielsen. Pan-India action film Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, streaming on JioHotstar, led the top 10 chart for movies in March in India. It was followed by Dragon, a Tamil-language comedy-drama on Netflix, according to Nielsen, a global leader in audience measurement, data, and analytics, in its report titled Mobile Audience Measurement for March 2025. These insights are based on mobile OTT viewing across six leading platforms—Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, MX Player, Netflix, Sony LIV, and Zee5. 'Aashram on MX Player and Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar on JioHotstar led the original series chart,' the report stated. In this category as well, JioHotstar had six titles among the top 10 original series for March. In the non-original segment, JioHotstar ranked among the top three platforms with popular shows such as reality series MTV Roadies and Hindi television dramas Anupamaa and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. In total, eight JioHotstar titles featured in the top 10 non-original content chart. 'Audiences also showed growing enthusiasm for global content, with international hits like Game of Thrones and Stranger Things continuing to attract Indian viewers. Notably, there was a visible rise in watch time for Korean (K) dramas—When Life Gives You Tangerines (on Netflix) being a standout example—highlighting the growing appetite for K-content in India,' the report said.
