Riteish Deshmukh wraps shoot for epic historical drama Raja Shivaji; says, “For over 100 days, our team poured its heart, soul, and unwavering dedication into this dream” 100 : Bollywood News

The cameras have stopped rolling on what is being hailed as Marathi cinema’s most ambitious project yet – Raja Shivaji. Directed by Riteish Deshmukh and produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Genelia Deshmukh under the banners of Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company, the film chronicles the extraordinary life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, one of India’s most revered warrior kings. This historical action drama is slated for a worldwide multilingual release on May 1, 2026.

Riteish Deshmukh wraps shoot for epic historical drama Raja Shivaji; says, “For over 100 days, our team poured its heart, soul, and unwavering dedication into this dream”Riteish Deshmukh took to social media to share a glimpse from the sets, captioning it in Marathi and English as he wrote, “The sun paused for a moment. Shadows stretched long. But only for a moment, for the radiant dawn rising tomorrow.” He further added, “The shoot is officially wrapped! For over 100 days, our team poured its heart, soul, and unwavering dedication into this dream. Now, filled with invaluable experiences and true memories, we are ready to unveil a magnificent cinematic tribute to India’s greatest warriors, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj!!!”

Shot over the past year across iconic locations like Wai, Mahabaleshwar, Satara, and Mumbai, the film’s production was nothing short of monumental. Massive sets stood for over six months, meticulously designed to recreate the grandeur of 16th-century Maharashtra. Historic forts were scanned and researched in detail to ensure authenticity, promising audiences an immersive experience that transports them into the Maratha Empire.

Speaking further about the film, Raja Shivaji is set to raise the bar for regional cinema with never-before-seen action sequences and a VFX-driven cinematic world. It not only boasts a stellar creative team, including celebrated cinematographer Santosh Sivan (making his Marathi debut) and music maestros Ajay–Atul, ensuring a visual and auditory spectacle but also an enviable ensemble featuring some of the biggest names from Marathi and Hindi cinema that includes the likes of Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Bhagyashree, Fardeen Khan, Jitendra Joshi, Amol Gupte, Riteish’s wife and actress Genelia Deshmukh, along with a few surprises reserved for the big screen.

Set against a backdrop of clashing empires and rising rebellions, the film traces Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s journey from a young visionary to the revered Raja Shivaji, laying the foundation for Swarajya. With its epic scale and emotional depth, the film aims to deliver a cinematic experience befitting the legendary king’s legacy.

Following Jio Studios’ Dhurandhar, Raja Shivaji is poised to become another industry-defining spectacle. The project now moves into post-production ahead of its global release on May 1, 2026.

Also Read: Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza pen touching birthday notes as son Riaan turns 11

More Pages: Raja Shivaji Box Office Collection

BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES

Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama.