The much-awaited trailer of Raja Shivaji, produced by Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company, was released on April 20, and it has packed a punch among the audience. Directed, headlined, produced and written by Riteish Vilasrao Deshmukh, the historical epic is based on the life and legacy of one of India’s greatest warrior kings, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of Hindavi Swarajya.
The power-packed, high-intensity trailer of Raja Shivaji has created serious waves among the audience,igniting a string of emotions with many already declaring the film a blockbuster and the upcoming highest-grossing spectacle of the Marathi film industry.
A user called the trailer a “war cry” and added that it “hits like a thunder”. “Every frame carries power, pride and purpose. The visuals are grand, the background score shakes your spine, and the presence of Shivaji Maharaj feels larger than life – not just a king, but a force. You don’t watch the trailer…you feel it in your blood. If the film delivers even 80% of what this trailer promises, it’s not just a movie – it’s going to be an experience people will remember for years. Miss this in theatres? Not a chance. This is not optional. This is history calling.”
Every actor hit the mark in each frame, and their conviction has struck a chord with the viewers. “Nice…Riteish and Abhishek…Legendary Wagh Nak scene…goosebumps,” wrote a user and added, “Definitely will watch this.” “Excellent BGM! Outstanding acting! Hats off Sanjay Dutt, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan! What a trailer! Jay Bhawani Jay Shivaji,” read another comment. A user wrote, “Goosebumps, emotion, sacrifice and love about country…hats off Riteish sir..Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj ki Jai…Massive hit blockbuster.”
Another fan thanked the makers for bringing “true Indian history” to the fore. A user wrote, “Superb! Now this is what we call a real Marathi essence, the real Marathi flavour! Can’t wait to watch it!” “The Marathi film industry’s highest-grossing film is coming,” shared a user.
“Very few would say this but Riteish Deshmukh is living the dreams of 1000s and he should be shown respect for doing which nobody else dared to do,” shared another user and added, “Riteish Deshmukh has directed by himself with his wife putting all money into production…Stop being pulled by paid critics and start showing some respect to the person who cared about our King.” The appreciation keeps coming in. The emotions continue to pour!
Touted as one of the grandest pan-India spectacles crafted in Marathi cinema, Raja Shivaji has generated immense excitement for its global scale, grandeur, high-octane action, rich world-building, and top technical excellence. And the recently released trailer has skyrocketed the film’s hype manifold, fueling the tremendous fanfare!
Raja Shivaji brings together a formidable ensemble from Hindi and Marathi cinema, including Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Boman Irani, Bhagyashree, Fardeen Khan, Jitendra Joshi, Amol Gupte, Genelia Deshmukh, and Riteish Vilasrao Deshmukh.
Presented by Jio Studios, Raja Shivaji, a Mumbai Film Company production, is produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Genelia Deshmukh. Raja Shivaji, a historical epic based on the life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, is set to release in cinemas worldwide on 1 May 2026 in Marathi and Hindi, bringing to life an epic that celebrates India’s history with scale, soul, and spectacle.
