Actress Genelia Deshmukh was visibly moved as she stood beside her husband, Riteish Deshmukh, during the trailer launch of the upcoming epic film ‘Raja Shivaji’. Riteish expressed his deep reverence for the Maratha warrior-king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, emphasizing the significance of creating a film based on his life. Despite acknowledging the challenge of doing justice to Maharaj’s legacy, Riteish highlighted the team’s sincere efforts in bringing this dream to life.
‘Raja Shivaji’ delves into the remarkable story of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, featuring a star-studded cast including Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, and others. The film promises a blend of visual splendor and a poignant narrative rooted in the inception of Swarajya. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, known for founding the Maratha Empire by defying the Deccan Sultanates and the Mughal Empire, left a lasting impact through his strategic conquests and leadership. Scheduled for a global release on May 1, 2026, in Marathi, Hindi, and Telugu, ‘Raja Shivaji’ is presented by Jio Studios and produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Genelia Deshmukh.
