Raja Saab Director's 'Medium-Range Hero' Remark on Prabhas Miffs Fans

At 'The Raja Saab' pre-release event, director Maruthi called Prabhas a 'medium-range hero' before SS Rajamouli made him a pan-India star. This comment, while acknowledging Rajamouli's role, reportedly miffed many of Prabhas's ardent fans.

• Director Maruthi stated Prabhas was a 'medium-range hero' before 'Baahubali'.
• He credited SS Rajamouli for Prabhas's rise to 'pan-India' stardom.
• The statement was made at 'The Raja Saab' pre-release event on December 28, 2025.
• Prabhas's fans expressed dissatisfaction with the 'medium-range hero' label.
• 'The Raja Saab' is an upcoming Telugu horror-comedy film starring Prabhas.
• The film is scheduled for release on January 9, 2026.

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