US EditionRaja Shivaji Box Office Collection Day 2 (Updated Live): Riteish Deshmukh Film Crosses ₹17 Crore
- On May 1, 2026, the historical epic Raja Shivaji hit theaters, with Riteish Deshmukh directing and starring as the Maratha Emperor in what was hailed as the most anticipated Marathi film of the year.
- The narrative traces the evolution of Shivaji Shahaji Bhonsle into Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, featuring a star-studded cast including Genelia Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, and Abhishek Bachchan in supporting roles.
- According to Sacnilk, the period-drama earned Rs 5.34 crore on its opening day, with the film running across 3,341 shows nationwide on May 1.
- Trade analyst Taran Adarsh rated the film 4.5 stars, describing it as "power-packed," while Salman Khan's pivotal cameo as Jiva Mahala generated significant social media buzz.
- Spanning 195 minutes in Marathi and 187 minutes in Hindi, the production emphasizes themes of Swarajya and Maratha identity, accompanied by a musical score from Ajay-Atul.
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Raja Shivaji review: Riteish Deshmukh's grand ode has scale, needs sharper edges
Riteish Deshmukh's Raja Shivaji stages Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's rise with scale and conviction. The film draws strength from its action and performances, even as the screenplay lacks precision.
Raja Shivaji X movie review: Did Riteish Deshmukh's film impress social media users? See reactions
Hailed as the most anticipated film of 2026 in the history of Marathi cinema, Raja Shivaji finally hit theaters on May 1, 2026. Starring and directed by Riteish Deshmukh, this historical epic has generated immense excitement among both audiences and critics. Immediately following its release, social media has been flooded with reactions, with people hailing it as a historic milestone in Indian cinema. Let's see what X users have to say about th…
Raja Shivaji: A Blend of Valor, Vision, and Visual Grandeur
Saturday, May 2, 2026: Some stories in cinema are not just retold, they are reinvoked. Raja Shivaji, directed by Riteish Deshmukh, belongs to that rare space where history is treated less like a record and more like a living memory. The film draws from the life and ideals of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, but instead of approaching him as a distant historical figure, it tries to bring forward the emotion, urgency, and spirit that continue to surro…
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