Prabhas-starrer The Raja Saab, which hit theatres worldwide yesterday, is already facing a major piracy-related controversy. The film had special premieres a day earlier in the USA and select locations in the Telugu states, where Prabhas films are celebrated almost like Sankranthi or Dasara releases.
In a shocking development, a video has surfaced on social media showing a North Indian restaurant in Ohio, USA, allegedly playing a pirated version of The Raja Saab on its television screens. The incident reportedly took place at a restaurant located in Dublin city, Ohio.
An Instagram user shared the video online, expressing disbelief over how the restaurant management managed to obtain an illegal print of the film within just a day of its release. The user also pointed out that publicly screening a pirated copy is a serious offence and could attract legal action under anti-piracy laws.
This incident has raised eyebrows, especially at a time when the Indian film industry believes it is gaining ground in its fight against piracy. Recently, authorities arrested Ravi, the prime accused behind the infamous iBomma piracy website, which was considered a significant breakthrough for the Telugu film industry.
The controversy has sparked strong reactions online, with many arguing that piracy is not a “small mistake” but a serious crime that directly harms filmmakers, producers, distributors, and thousands of daily-wage workers who depend on cinema. Viewers have demanded strict action against the restaurant management for allegedly encouraging piracy and disrespecting the hard work behind big-scale films like The Raja Saab.
Given that Prabhas films often carry massive budgets and emotional investment from fans—much like a festival release in Telugu households—such incidents are being seen as particularly damaging.
As of now, there has been no official statement from the film’s makers or US authorities. More details are awaited as the issue continues to gain traction online.
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