The public review of Chhaava is out and the reactions are mixed but generally positive. Audiences praised Vicky Kaushal’s powerful portrayal of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, with standout performances from Akshaye Khanna as Aurangzeb and Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai. While the second half, especially the last 20 minutes, received strong praise for its emotional depth, the first half was seen as slow. Some felt the background score didn’t fit the era, and there were calls for more depth in the story's betrayal and conspiracy elements. Overall, the film is recommended for its dramatic storytelling and patriotic fervor.
14 February,2025 01:53 PM IST
Chhaava, a period drama about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, is causing a stir due to a controversial scene in the trailer where Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna are seen dancing with the 'lezim,' a traditional Maharashtrian instrument. This sparked backlash from fans, prompting Maharashtra's Minister Uday Samant to call for a review. Director Laxman Utekar, after meeting with MNS President Raj Thackeray, decided to remove the sequence to respect public sentiment. The film, also starring Akshaye Khanna as Aurangzeb, is set to release on February 14, 2025.
28 January,2025 09:35 PM IST
The trailer for Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai, has finally arrived, offering an electrifying look at the legendary warrior's life. The film, set during the Maratha-Mughal conflict, follows Sambhaji's fierce battle to protect his land and legacy against the ruthless Mughal emperor Aurangzeb played by Akshaye Khanna. With intense action, including a jaw-dropping fight with a lion, the trailer promises an adrenaline-pumping journey filled with courage, sacrifice, and drama. Directed by Laxman Utekar and based on the Marathi novel 'Chhava' by Shivaji Sawant, Chhaava is set to release on February 14, 2025.
24 January,2025 10:00 AM IST
At the trailer launch of 'Chhaava,' the makers shared a humorous story about casting Akshaye Khanna as Aurangzeb. Director Laxman Utekar recalled Khanna's initial reaction, which was quite surprising. However, he was soon convinced when Utekar read the script to him in the style of how he envisioned Aurangzeb’s dialogue. Utekar praised working with Khanna, describing it as a wonderful experience, though he couldn’t attend the event due to prior commitments.
23 January,2025 05:05 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
