Kamal Haasan-Mani Ratnam’s ‘Thug Life’ to Battle Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’ in Summer 2025 Box Office Clash

In a thrilling turn for Indian cinema fans, a major box office clash is anticipated in Summer 2025 between two monumental films: Kamal Haasan’s Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam, and Prabhas’ The Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi. Both films are expected to hit theatres on April 10, 2025, sparking an intense showdown at the box office.

Initially scheduled for December 2024, Thug Life experienced production delays, prompting a new release date. If it launches on April 10, it will enjoy a five-day extended weekend advantage, aligning with Tamil New Year festivities. With OTT rights for Thug Life reportedly setting a record in Tamil cinema, the anticipation around this Kamal-Mani Ratnam collaboration—thirty years after their last project—remains high.

Meanwhile, Prabhas, who shared screen space with Kamal in the sci-fi blockbuster Kalki 2898 AD, will enter a new genre with The Raja Saab, a romantic horror comedy. As Thug Life and The Raja Saab promise contrasting cinematic experiences, audiences can expect an epic face-off, likely setting the box office on fire as both stars take center stage.