Riteish DeshmukhThe directorial venture of ‘Raja Shivaji’, is all set to make its OTT debut after a successful theatrical run. The film, directed and produced by Riteish, narrates the extraordinary journey of the legendary Maratha king and his fearless battles against the Mughal empire, driven by unwavering courage and an unwavering devotion of his people in his quest to establish Swarajya.
‘Raja Shivaji’ OTT release date and platform
‘Raja Shivaji’ made its big screen debut on May 1 this year, garnering widespread acclaim from audiences and reviewers. According to Zee News, the film is set to hit Netflix on June 26, although an official announcement from the streaming platform is yet to be made.
What about ‘Raja Shivaji’?
The film tells the story of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and how he grew from a young, determined boy to one of the greatest kings India has ever known. The film is set in 17th century India and shows how his mother, Rajmata Jijabai, shaped his ideals and inspired his dream of establishing Hindavi Swarajya. As the story unfolds, Shivaji slowly builds his power by gathering trusted men around him, controlling key forts, and using intelligent war plans to keep his kingdom and people safe. The film also shows his brave battles against powerful enemies like the Adil Shahi Sultanate and the Mughal Empire. One of the most exciting parts of the film is his famous face in: Afzal Khana pivotal moment that played a major role in making him the legend he is today.
The cast of ‘Raja Shivaji’:
‘Raja Shivaji’ features Riteish Deshmukh in the lead role, while his real-life wife Genelia Deshmukh plays Saibai, the wife of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film also stars: Vidya Balan as Khadija Sultana, Sanjay Dutt as Afzal Khan, and Abhishek Bachchan as Sambhaji Shahaji Bhosale. The supporting cast includes notable names like Bhagyashree, Fardeen KhanMahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Amole Gupte, Boman Irani, and Jitendra Joshi. More importantly, Salman Khan also makes a special cameo appearance in the film.
Upcoming projects of Riteish Deshmukh:
On the work front, Riteish Deshmukh will be seen in a comedy film ‘Dhamaal 4’, directed by Indra Kumar. The film boasts a star-studded cast that includes Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Ravi Kishan, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Jaaved Jaaferi, Esha Gupta, and Sanjay Mishra in pivotal roles.