Audiences Are Truly Enjoying The Raja Saab – Nidhhi Agerwal
This Sankranthi season, The Raja Saab, starring Rebel Star Prabhas, has emerged as one of Tollywood’s biggest blockbusters, drawing massive love from audiences. The horror-fantasy entertainer has found strong appreciation among family viewers and children alike. Prabhas’ powerful one-man show, combined with director Maruthi’s fresh and imaginative take on the genre, has created a unique cinematic universe. Backed by People Media Factory’s uncompromising production values, the film has impressed audiences on a grand scale.
Sharing her joy over the film’s success, actress Nidhhi Agerwal spoke at length in a recent interview about her experience, the team, and her journey in cinema.
On the response to The Raja Saab
“I’m extremely happy with the response The Raja Saab is receiving. All of us worked on this film for nearly three years, and it feels very satisfying to see audiences appreciating our efforts. Although the film received slightly mixed talk initially, people are now genuinely enjoying it. The movie is holding strong at the box office and is posting impressive numbers.”
On her character Bessie
“I played a character named Bessie, a nun. It was very important for me to look divine and convincing in this role. I prepared extensively, especially with regard to costumes and overall appearance. We had several discussions to get the look right, and I’m glad that effort is visible on screen.”
From princess to angel
“Before The Raja Saab, I played a princess in Hari Hara Veera Mallu. In this film, I appear as an angel, and I truly enjoyed portraying this role. I listened to the entire story, not just my character portions, and from the narration itself, I felt confident that the film would connect strongly with audiences. Director Maruthi garu presented the idea of a divine force confronting an evil power that uses tantric practices and psychological games in a very unique way—that concept impressed me greatly.”
Fun-filled sets and tough schedules
“I shared screen space with many comedians like Saptagiri, Prabhas Sreenu, and VTV Ganesh, and the sets were always filled with laughter. At one point, I was shooting simultaneously for Hari Hara Veera Mallu and The Raja Saab, which meant constant travel and barely any sleep. During that demanding phase, the Raja Saab team supported me immensely and took great care of me. That’s why Prabhas garu mentioned at the pre-release event that everyone on set loves Nidhhi Agerwal. Acting is my passion, so despite the challenges, it never felt like a burden.”
Working with Prabhas
“Working with Prabhas garu was an absolute pleasure. He never behaves like a pan-India superstar and is extremely friendly with everyone on set. His humility and kindness made me believe even more strongly that good things happen to good people. His performance in the hospital scene was outstanding. We often had fun conversations about cinema and life during breaks.”
On director Maruthi
“Maruthi garu worked with remarkable clarity. He always knew exactly which scenes needed to be shot each day. Managing scenes with five or six artists at once is not easy, but he handled everything smoothly while valuing everyone’s time. Working with him was very comfortable, and he maintained a fun, positive atmosphere on set.”
On producer Vishwa Prasad and production scale
“Producing a film like The Raja Saab on such a massive budget requires immense passion, and producer TG Vishwa Prasad garu truly has that. He never compromised on visual effects, grand sets, or overall production quality. That commitment is why the film looks so rich and high-quality on screen. I knew from the beginning that the film had three heroines, and being part of such a big project alongside Prabhas garu makes me very happy.”
Acting in VFX-heavy scenes
“Acting in VFX-heavy scenes was initially challenging because we had to imagine elements that weren’t physically present. Knowing where to look and how to react took some time, but after a few scenes, it gradually became easier.”
On horror films and personal fears
“People often talk about strange incidents happening during horror film shoots, but we didn’t experience anything like that. Personally, though, I’m scared of ghosts and horror content. I usually sleep with the lights on and listen to the Hanuman Chalisa on loop at night.”
Pride in Telugu cinema
“I proudly say that I belong to Telugu cinema. Recently, when I visited Mumbai, many people spoke about how Telugu films are being made on such a large scale with exceptional quality. I wished that every film released during Sankranthi would do well. We are all in the same boat—if one film fails, it impacts everyone.”
Learning from Pawan Kalyan and Prabhas
“When I worked with Pawan Kalyan garu in Hari Hara Veera Mallu, I understood why he is called the Power Star—his courage is truly inspiring. From working with Prabhas garu, I learned how to remain humble despite immense success. This journey has taught me so much.”
What’s next for Nidhhi Agerwal
“Currently, I’m working on three Telugu films and two Hindi projects. Since I’m busy with Telugu cinema, I’ve bought a house in Hyderabad and am shifting here. From childhood, my dream was to become a heroine, and today I’m living that dream. I don’t ask for anything more—just meaningful and purposeful roles as an actress.”
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