Rishab Shetty Cast as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Sandeep Singh's Historical Epic
The period film, 'The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj,' is set for a global theatrical release on January 21, 2027.
- Rishab Shetty, known for his National Award-winning performance in 'Kantara,' will portray the revered Maratha warrior king in a grand new biopic directed by Sandeep Singh.
- The film, 'The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj,' aims to depict the legacy of Shivaji, who founded the Maratha Empire and resisted the Mughal rule in 17th-century India.
- Director Sandeep Singh describes the project as his dream and promises groundbreaking action choreography, advanced visual effects, and a global-scale cinematic experience.
- This marks Singh's theatrical directorial debut, following his work on acclaimed productions like 'Mary Kom' and 'Jhund.'
- The film will release in multiple Indian languages and is expected to highlight Shivaji's enduring significance as a national hero and symbol of resistance.