Malavika Mohanan has emerged as one of the most confident and dynamic actresses of her generation steadily building a body of work that places her alongside some of Indian cinema’s biggest stars. Known for her versatility and powerful screen presence she now adds another landmark to her career as she makes her Telugu cinema debut with The Raja Saab. The film directed by Maruthi pairs her opposite Pan-India superstar Prabhas making her entry into Tollywood nothing short of spectacular.
During the grand pre-release event of The Raja Saab Malavika addressed fans with a heartfelt speech expressing just how meaningful this film is to her. She said
“Hello Rebels This day is incredibly special to me and I’m truly thrilled to be here. I’ve always admired the Telugu industry and dreamt of debuting with a memorable film but debuting opposite India’s biggest superstar is beyond what I ever imagined. Fans ki aayna Rebel God Darling for the world but for me he will always be my Raja Saab. Prabhas sir sharing screen space with you and knowing you off-screen has been an honour. You are genuinely one of the kindest people I’ve worked with thank you from the bottom of my heart. And Maruthi sir thank you for giving me Bhairavi a character with music,romance, humour, drama, and even action in a film starring the Action King. I couldn’t have asked for more.”
Her emotional words reflected her admiration for Prabhas,her love for Telugu cinema, and the faith the team placed in her role. Responding warmly Prabhas showered praise on Malavika calling her tall, beautiful, and blessed with the most beautiful eyes appreciating the charm and elegance she brings to the screen.
With fans eagerly counting down to the release buzz around the film continues to build especially around the much-talked about chemistry between Prabhas and Malavika. Her striking look and graceful presence have already become a talking point raising expectations even higher.
The Raja Saab is all set to hit theatres on 9th January 2026 promising a big-screen entertainer packed with romance, action, emotions, and larger-than-life moments.
