Raja Shivaji Teaser, Budget, Cast, Story & Release Date

What if one film could bring the inspiring story of a legendary warrior back to life like never before? Raja Shivaji does exactly that by showcasing the journey, courage, and vision of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in a powerful and emotional way.

What Is Raja Shivaji About?

Raja Shivaji narrates the tale of Shivaji Maharaj's beginnings, emphasizing his vow to establish Swarajya and the Maratha king's resistance against the dominant rulers of the period. 

Movie Details
Movie Name	Raja Shivaji
Release Date	1 May 2026
Lead Cast	Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt & Abhishek Bachchan
Original Language	Marathi and Hindi
Available Language	Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam
Genre	Historical Drama
Director	Riteish Deshmukh
Producer	Genelia Deshmukh, Jyoti Deshpande & Sandeep S. Patil
Writer	Riteish Deshmukh, Ajit Wadikar, Sandeep Patil
Music Composer	Ajay Gogavale and Atul Gogavale
Budget (approx.)	Rs 100 Crore

The movie portrays him not just as a monarch but also as a son and a leader who opted for bravery instead of fear. The initial poster for the upcoming historical movie was released in celebration of Shivaji Jayanti in February 2026.

Raja Shivaji Teaser

Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company have released the eagerly awaited Raja Shivaji Teaser.

Following the immense anticipation created by its exclusive theatrical preview with Dhurandhar The Revenge (Dhurandhar 2), the Raja Shivaji Teaser now launches digitally, enhancing the excitement for a film that aims to transform the story of one of India’s greatest warrior kings.

Riteish Deshmukh’s Raja Shivaji Cast

Raja Shivaji Cast
Actor's Name	Character's Name
Riteish Deshmukh	Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Sanjay Dutt	Afzal Khan
Abhishek Bachchan	Sambhaji Shahaji Bhosale
Genelia Deshmukh	Saibai
Mahesh Manjrekar	Lakhuji Jadhav
Bhagyashree	Jijabai

The teaser additionally showcased Vidya Balan, Sachin Khedekar, Boman Irani, Fardeen Khan, and Amol Gupte. The video depicts the Marathas in a chaotic era of Indian history.

Raja Shivaji Release Date

The movie will be available globally on May 1 in Marathi, Hindi, and Telugu. The date of May 1 coincides with Maharashtra Day, a public holiday celebrating the establishment of Maharashtra.

Movies Inspired By Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

Shivaji's popularity is evident in the numerous narratives about him and his companions, which have been recounted in India over 60 times through film and television.

Movies Inspired By Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Year	Movie Name	Language
2009	Me Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy	Marathi
2011	Raj Mata Jijau	Marathi
2018	Farzand	Marathi
2019	Fatteshikast	Marathi
2020	Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior	Hindi
2022	Pawankhind	Marathi
2022	Sher Shivraj	Marathi
2022	Sarsenapati Hambirrao	Marathi
2022	Har Har Mahadev	Marathi / Hindi
2025	Chhaava	Hindi
2026	Raja Shivaji	Marathi / Hindi / Telugu
2027	The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj	Marathi, Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada & Bengali

- His stories started appearing on screen as early as Sinhagad (1923).

- Director Sandeep Singh is working on a new film titled The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film stars Rishab Shetty as Shivaji and is set for a 2027 release.

- Another major film, Chhaava, featured Vicky Kaushal as Sambhaji Maharaj. Chhaava became one of the biggest hits of 2025, showing the continued popularity of Shivaji’s legacy.

Clash Between Raja Shivaji & Ek Din

The movie is scheduled for a global cinema release on May 1, 2026. Notably, it is anticipated to encounter rivalry at the box office from Ek Din, featuring Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi. Now only time will tell who will win the audience's hearts and rule at the box office.

Recent Project By Lead Cast

Riteish Deshmukh was last seen in recently released Mastiii 4 alongside Elnaaz Norouzi. Although, it was a commercial disaster which earned around 7-8 Crore in its first weekend.

Further, Sanjay Dutt is enjoying his film's success (Dhurandhar franchise) in which he played SP Chaudhary Aslam's role. Those who don't know, Dhurandhar 2 was released on 19 March 2026 in cinemas. It smashing all the box office records and earned over Rs 1400 Crore in just 13 days.

Abhishek Bachchan's latest movie is the 2025 ZEE5 original drama Kaalidhar Laapata, in which he portrays the main character, an elderly man dealing with early-stage dementia. The film ranks among the top 10 most-watched films on the platform.

According to Raja Shivaji Teaser, it looks like a grand and inspiring film that celebrates bravery and legacy. It could become a memorable historical movie for audiences.

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