Imagine stepping into the shoes of a legendary queen, her strength and elegance lighting up the screen. That’s exactly what Rashmika Mandanna is set to do in her upcoming film Chhaava.
Playing Maharani Yesubai, the wife of the valiant Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, Rashmika is ready to bring history to life. With the release of the first poster, fans are already buzzing with excitement.
Let's take a closer look at the story behind Chhaava and the incredible team bringing this historical drama to life!
Chhaava First Poster Buzz
The team behind Vicky Kaushal's film 'Chhaava' released the initial poster featuring actress Rashmika Mandanna, who will portray Maharani Yesubai in the movie.
Vicky Kaushal's historical film 'Chhaava' is among the most awaited movies of this year. Following the announcement of the film's release date a few days back, the creators have now revealed the initial glimpse of the 'Geetha Govindam' actress via Instagram.
Draped in a red saree and adorned with elaborate jewellery, Rashmika appears regal in the poster. She will portray Maharani Yesubai in the movie. The film is scheduled to debut in theaters on February 14.
Maharani Yesubai was the spouse of Maratha leader Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, known as Chatrapati Maharani of the Maratha Empire.
Behind every great king, there stands a queen of unmatched strength.
— Maddockfilms (@MaddockFilms) January 21, 2025
Introducing @iamRashmika as Maharani Yesubai - the pride of Swarajya. #ChhaavaTrailer Out Tomorrow!
Releasing in cinemas on 14th February 2025.#Chhaava #ChhaavaOnFeb14@vickykaushal09 #AkshayeKhanna… pic.twitter.com/koCHibw4ss
In the collection of images, the actress displayed various emotions. In the first image, Rashmika appears to be smiling, while in another, she looks upset and heartbroken.
Using their Instagram account, Maddock Films revealed the release date for the film's trailer.
"Behind every remarkable king, there is a queen of unparalleled strength." Presenting @rashmika_mandanna in the role of Maharani Yesubai - the honor of Swarajya. #ChhaavaTrailer Releases Tomorrow! "Debuting in theaters on 14th February 2025," wrote Maddock Films while posting the poster.
Vicky will portray Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in the forthcoming epic drama 'Chhaava'. Created by Maddock Films and helmed by Laxman Utekar, the movie features Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna as well.
'Chhaava' is described as a "moving story of the brave warrior whose crowning on this day in 1681 signified the start of a legendary rule."
Regarding his involvement with the film, Dinesh Vijay, the founder of Maddock Films and producer of Chhaava, stated, "I am incredibly proud to narrate the tale of India's Chhaava through a film that celebrates the unwavering legacy of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.”
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He was a genuine fighter and enlightened leader whose tale is well overdue for film adaptation. This is the first occasion that Maddock Films is exploring the historical epic genre, and we are genuinely honored to bring this impactful story to fruition.
"Chhaava transcends being merely a film; it serves as a homage to a legend whose bravery, strength, and guidance have motivated many generations." With this film, we intend to honor the remarkable legacy of this legendary individual," he remarked.
Darr aur dehshat ka naya chehra - Presenting #AkshayeKhanna as Mughal Shahenshah Aurangzeb, the ruthless ruler of the Mughal Empire!#ChhaavaTrailer out tomorrow.
— Maddockfilms (@MaddockFilms) January 21, 2025
Releasing in cinemas on 14th February 2025. #Chhaava #ChhaavaOnFeb14 pic.twitter.com/g14Fbiavse
Akshaye Khanna’s Aurangzeb Look Reminds People of Amitabh Bachchan
Akshaye Khanna's appearance in Aurangzeb has become a sensation on social media. Individuals are expressing their thoughts on it in different manners. Someone commented that Akshaye Khanna resembles Amitabh Bachchan in this appearance.
A supporter mentioned that another blockbuster film featuring Akshaye Khanna is on its way. Seeing Akshaye Khanna, some individuals recalled Amitabh Bachchan’s appearance in the movie ‘Shahenshah.’
Chhaava Trailer Review
Chhaava Trailer Initial Review Prior to the trailer launch, the Vicky Kaushal-led Chhaava has generated significant enthusiasm among viewers. For those unfamiliar, the movie was initially set to be released in theaters in 2024 but was delayed.
In anticipation of its December 2024 release, film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh posted on Twitter to share his review of the Chhaava trailer, praising the 'strong' preview.
The TRAILER OF THE FILM 🔥🔥🔥
— CineHub (@Its_CineHub) January 21, 2025
Its a COMPLETE TSUNAMI, A GAME CHANGER for this ACTOR 🎬💯
Releasing Date
This movie is inspired by Shivaji Sawant’s Marathi book ‘Chhaava’. Helmed by the renowned director Laxman Utekar, ‘Chhaava’ is produced by Dinesh Vijan and boasts music by the iconic A.R. Rahman. The movie is set to be released on February 14th.
As Chhaava gears up for its release on February 14, 2025, audiences are eagerly anticipating a powerful portrayal of bravery, legacy, and love. Rashmika’s Maharani Yesubai promises to be a standout performance in this epic tale.
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