Ritish Deshmukh has officially announced the release date of his much awaited film “Raja Shivaji” based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
After being taken on social media, the ‘Masti’ actor shared the poster with his upcoming director and wrote, “The deity of Maharashtra, the great powerful Rajadhiraj Chhatraji Maharaj #Raja Shivaji 1, May 1, 2026 Marathi, Hindi, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil, Tamil,
Speaking about the film, the director and lead actor, Ritish Deshmukh shared, “Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is not just a historical person – he is a feeling that lives in the hearts of millions. It is an honor and a great responsibility to be able to be able to tell a part of his extraordinary story. Maharashtra Day seems to be particularly meaningful, and we can only dream with an artist.
The producer, producer, producer, Genelia Deshmukh said, “This film is a labor of love – a journey of years of view, research and reverence. King Shivaji, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is a heartbreaking tribute to the heritage of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, which thanks to inspire our faith. To honor the history and share it with all over the country.”
Jyoti Deshpande, President-Jio Studios (Media and Content Business-RIL) said, “Raja Shivaji is more than just one film-it is a celebration of Swarajya and means that for every Indian. Maharaj, on Indian earth, is one of the greatest heroes born from India to the world.
Stayed by Ritish Deshmukh, who also makes an essay of Titular Role, the historic action drama includes Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khadekar, Bhagishree, Pardin Khan Jitendra Joshi, Amol Gossette, and Genelia Deshmukh. “King Shivaji,” comes against the backdrop of a PAN-India film, a turbulent era marked by warrior kingdoms and growing rebellions.
The film traces a young Shivaji’s inspirational Udaya, who challenged the powerful forces, provoked a revolution, and emerged as a prestigious king Shivaji – made way for Swarajya. The film is currently being shot at various places in Mumbai and Y, Maharashtra.
Supported by Jio Studios, “Raja Shivaji” is being produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Genelia Deshmukh under the banner of Mumbai Film Company. The film is scheduled for release worldwide on May 1, 2026.
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