No OTT Deal for Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’ Yet: The Financial Roadblock

Prabhas is a major pan-Indian star with a vast and dedicated fanbase. However, his recent films have not matched the success of his earlier work, with some proving to be box office failures. Despite this, there is considerable anticipation for his upcoming film, ‘The Raja Saab.’ However, behind the scenes, the project faces hurdles. Reportedly, no OTT platform has agreed to the producers’ asking price, which is a substantial 90 crore rupees. An anonymous source from a leading OTT platform mentioned that this amount is only realistic for a guaranteed hit. Considering Prabhas’ film record since ‘Baahubali’, except for ‘Kalki,’ where his presence was not prominent, the asking price is high. The producers have two options: adjust their price or wait for the film’s release, which could negatively affect digital negotiations if the film doesn’t perform well.