- By Swati Singh
- Fri, 21 Feb 2025 04:03 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Malavika Mohanan has established herself as a talented actress in the Indian film industry. With a career spanning Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi cinema, she has demonstrated a keen ability to select roles that not only showcase her range but also underscore her dedication to her craft. As she now sets her sights on Telugu cinema, fans and industry insiders alike are eagerly anticipating her upcoming project, The Raja Saab, where she will star alongside Prabhas, in what promises to be a memorable and exciting cinematic experience.
Malavika Mohanan talks about The Raja Saab
When asked what made her say yes to the Prabhas-starrer, she excitedly explained, "I love the fact that: A. It was a genre [horror comedy] that I hadn't been a part of, which I was excited about, and B. In most films, especially as the hero gets bigger, the smaller the role gets for the woman. But, it wasn't the case with The Raja Saab."
She further added, "In the film, the girl is pretty much there throughout. She has a very good role and some really cool scenes. And, it's so rare to get something like that in a film as massive as this. I loved the character, and the director Maruthi is extremely sweet. Everything just seemed to fall into place in the right way, and I always wanted to work with Prabhas. I am the biggest Baahubali fan."
About the movie: The Raja Saab, an upcoming Telugu-language film, promises to be a captivating cinematic experience, blending the genres of romantic comedy and horror. Written and directed by the talented Maruthi, the film is produced by People Media Factory, a renowned production house. The movie boasts an impressive ensemble cast, with Prabhas taking on the challenging task of portraying triple roles. Joining him are Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, who makes her Telugu debut with this film, Riddhi Kumar, and the veteran actors Sanjay Dutt and Bobby Deol, who will be seen in important roles.
The journey of The Raja Saab began in October 2022, when the principal photography commenced, albeit with a sporadic filming schedule that spanned several legs. The film was officially announced in January 2024, generating significant buzz among fans and industry insiders. The technical team behind the film is equally impressive, with Thaman S composing the music, Karthik Palani handling the cinematography, and Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao taking care of the editing. With its unique blend of genres, talented cast, and skilled crew, The Raja Saab is slated to hit theaters on May 22, 2025, and is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated releases of the year.