A behind-the-scenes moment from The Raja Saab has sparked fresh online discussion after viewers discovered who performed as Malavika Mohanan’s body double in a key fight sequence.
The horror-comedy, directed by Maruthi, marked Malavika’s Telugu debut. In the film, she is seen performing action sequences before the narrative shifts focus to Prabhas’ character stepping in. While the actor previously shared photos and clips of herself training and performing portions of the stunt choreography, a recently circulated BTS image surprised many fans.
Malavika Mohanan’s Body Double Revealed
Actor Ronson Vincent, who appeared in the fight scene, had briefly shared behind-the-scenes visuals on Instagram. Although the original video was later deleted, screenshots and reposts quickly surfaced online.
One widely shared image showed Ronson posing alongside a person dressed in a pink crop top and shorts — the costume worn by Malavika in the action scene. The revelation that the body double was a male stunt performer caught many social media users off guard, even though such casting choices are common practice in filmmaking for specific stunt requirements.
An X (formerly Twitter) user reshared the screenshot with a surprised reaction, prompting further debate in the comments section. While some users questioned earlier promotional posts suggesting Malavika performed the stunts herself, others defended the practice.
A few netizens pointed out that body doubles are frequently used for technically demanding or risky shots. “Using dupes is part of filmmaking,” one user commented, while another noted that the double may have been involved in only a specific jump or high-risk move.
When Malavika Spoke About the Scene
Prior to the film’s release, leaked images from the set showed Malavika dressed in pink, suspended on ropes while filming the action sequence. After the movie hit theatres, she shared her excitement about participating in the stunt scene.
“As girls, we rarely get to do action in films, but I love doing stunts & had so much fun doing this scene! Did you like this scene?” she wrote on social media, alongside clips of her performing parts of the choreography.
About The Raja Saab
The Raja Saab released in theatres on January 9 and received a mixed response from audiences. Despite mounting expectations and a reported large-scale budget, the film’s box office performance was moderate. The cast includes Prabhas, Malavika Mohanan, Sanjay Dutt, Zarina Wahab, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar. The film is currently streaming on JioHotstar.
The latest online reactions once again highlight how behind-the-scenes glimpses can quickly shape public perception — especially when it comes to action sequences and on-screen authenticity.
