'Raja Shivaji' first look: Riteish Deshmukh unveils the release date of his ambitious project on legendary Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj with a powerful poster
Riteish Deshmukh directs and stars in 'Raja Shivaji', unveiling its first look on May 21. Featuring a star-studded cast, the film depicts Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's rise and is set to release on Maharashtra Day, May 1, 2026. Other Shivaji adaptations are also in production
Riteish Deshmukh
is set to lead and direct his upcoming film, 'Raja Shivaji.' On May 21, the team revealed the film's first look along with its release date. The movie features a stellar cast including Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Bhagyashree, Fardeen Khan, Jitendra Joshi, and Amole Gupte.
Additionally,
Genelia Deshmukh
, who is co-producing the film through the Mumbai Film Company, will also appear among the star-studded ensemble.
Motion Poster Depicts Powerful Imagery
The motion poster of 'Raja Shivaji' features the powerful figure of
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
standing amidst a battlefield scarred by conflict, holding a sword firmly. Flames blaze around him while the bright orange Maratha flag waves prominently above, evoking the spirit of a hard-won victory.
Interestingly, the poster hides Shivaji's face in a creative manner. The movie is set to release on Maharashtra Day, May 1, 2026.
Riteish Deshmukh as Young Shivaji Bhonsale
Riteish will portray the young Shivaji Bhonsale, a fearless leader who challenged mighty empires to create the Maratha kingdom and pioneered the concept of 'Swarajya' during one of the most tumultuous periods in India's history.
Other Cinematic Adaptations of Shivaji Maharaj
Audiences can look forward to another retelling of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's remarkable journey with
Sandeep Singh
's upcoming historical epic, 'The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj,' starring Rishab Shetty. The film is currently being made and is expected to hit theaters in 2027. Meanwhile, 'Chhaava,' featuring Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj—the brave son of Shivaji Maharaj—has become the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 to date.
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