The biography of the Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is set to release on 21 January, 2027.
Published Dec 03, 2024 | 4:12 PM ⚊ Updated Dec 03, 2024 | 4:12 PM
A poster of the film 'The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj'. (X)
Kannada actor Rishab Shetty, who recently won the National Award, is set to headline yet another major venture.
This time, he is collaborating with director Sandeep Singh to tell the story of the Maharashtrian ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
The actor shared the news on X and also announced the release date of the film— 21 January 2027.
He wrote: “Our Honour & Privilege, Presenting the Epic Saga of India’s Greatest Warrior King – The Pride of Bharat: #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj. #ThePrideOfBharatChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj.”
“This isn’t just a film – it’s a battle cry to honour a warrior who fought against all odds, challenged the might of the Mighty Mughal empire, and forged a legacy that can never be forgotten. Get ready for a Magnum Opus Action Drama, a cinematic experience unlike any other, as we unfold the untold story of #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj. Global Release on 21st January 2027.”
Our Honour & Privilege, Presenting the Epic Saga of India’s Greatest Warrior King – The Pride of Bharat: #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj. #ThePrideOfBharatChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj
This isn’t just a film – it’s a battle cry to honor a warrior who fought against all odds, challenged… pic.twitter.com/CeXO2K9H9Q
— Rishab Shetty (@shetty_rishab) December 3, 2024
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (1630–1680) was a prominent and legendary warrior king and founder of the Maratha Empire in western India. He is celebrated for his military genius, progressive administration, and relentless struggle against the Mughal Empire, which dominated much of India during his time.
Sandeep Singh is known for producing films like Aligarh (2016), Sarbjit (2016), Bhoomi (2017), the biographical film PM Narendra Modi (2019), Jhund (2022), and the recent Main Atal Hoon and Swatantrya Veer Savarkar in 2024.
Rishab Shetty has risen to fame with his last success Kantara (2022), for which he won the National award for Best Actor Male.
The actor now has Kantara- A Legend Chapter 1 — a prequel to the 2022 film in the pipeline.
Produced by Vijay Kiragandur under the banner of Hombale Films, Kantara- A Legend Chapter 1 is being made on a grander scale.
Rishab Shetty will also be seen in Prasanth Varma’s Jai Hanuman as lord Hanuman. Jai Hanuman is the next part of the PVCU after the humongous hit Hanu-Man.
With roping in Rishab Shetty for the Hanuman’s role, the makers are trying to woo both the Telugu and Kannada audiences.
(Edited by Sumavarsha)
