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Riteish Deshmukh's directorial debut, 'Raja Shivaji', has premiered to strong reviews, earning a 4-star rating from trade analyst Taran Adarsh. The film is lauded as a grand cinematic tribute to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, with Adarsh praising Deshmukh's direction and calling his performance career-best. The ensemble cast and Ajay-Atul's electrifying music are also highlighted as major strengths.

'Raja Shivaji', directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, is inches away from the Rs. 50 crore India net milestone on Day 6 with a cumulative net of Rs. 44.66 crore and gross of Rs. 52.99 crore. Released on Maharashtra Day, May 1, 2026, the Rs. 100 crore historical epic set the highest-ever first Monday for a Marathi production with Rs. 5.60 crore on Day 4 and has already recovered 58% of its budget. Featuring Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Genelia Deshmukh, the debut of Rahyl Deshmukh and Salman Khan's viral surprise cameo as Jiva Mahala, with Ajay-Atul's music and Santosh Sivan's cinematography, Raja Shivaji is the most significant milestone in Marathi cinema history.

Riteish Deshmukh's grand cinematic venture, 'Raja Shivaji', is enchanting viewers with its vivid depiction of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Initially met with skepticism regarding Deshmukh's portrayal, audiences are now praising his believable performance. The film, available in both Marathi and Hindi, is making waves at the box office, with the Hindi release amassing over Rs 11 crore in its debut weekend.

Riteish Deshmukh's 'Raja Shivaji' has concluded its first week with impressive box office numbers, crossing the Rs 60 crore gross mark. Despite initial audience skepticism, Deshmukh's portrayal of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj has garnered widespread acclaim. The historical drama, which he also wrote and directed, continues to draw crowds, with its Marathi version performing particularly strongly.

The historical spectacle 'Raja Shivaji,' starring Riteish Deshmukh, has taken the box office by storm, raking in over Rs 33 crore during its opening weekend. While there was a minor decline on Monday, the Marathi version has still amassed an impressive Rs 27.15 crore, pushing its overall earnings to Rs 39.50 crore. Read on to know more in detail.

Riteish Deshmukh's ambitious historical drama, 'Raja Shivaji', is captivating audiences in theatres. The film, based on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's life, achieved a historic opening for its Marathi version. With a star-studded cast and a special appearance by Salman Khan, the movie has garnered significant box office collections, reaching Rs 23.65 crore net in its initial days despite facing competition. Read on to know more in detail.

Riteish Deshmukh's labor of love, 'Raja Shivaji,' has struck a chord with film enthusiasts, portraying the iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film’s Marathi iteration has stormed the box office, while its Hindi counterpart is also seeing success. Despite competition from Akshay Kumar's 'Bhooth Bangla', and the Hollywood releases - 'Michael' and 'The Devil Wears Prada 2', the Riteish Deshmukh starrer is dominating the box office. Read on to know more.

Riteish Deshmukh's grand historical epic 'Raja Shivaji' is making waves at the box office despite receiving a mix of reviews from critics. The film, which premiered on May 1, 2026, was uniquely crafted in both Marathi and Hindi, with the Marathi edition smashing records. Meanwhile, the Hindi counterpart still managed an impressive Rs 3.35 crore at the box office. Read on to know more in detail.

Riteish Deshmukh's grand historical saga 'Raja Shivaji' has captured the limelight, with its Marathi edition topping box office earnings. The Hindi version is also turning heads, surpassing Rs 12.35 crore. Viewers have praised Deshmukh's compelling performance alongside a talented ensemble, marking the film as a remarkable addition to Indian cinema. Read on to know more in detail.

'Raja Shivaji', directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, is on the verge of crossing Rs. 50 crore India net in its first weekm a historic first for Marathi cinema. Released on Maharashtra Day (May 1, 2026), the Rs. 100 crore production set the highest-ever Marathi first Monday (Rs. 5.60 crore) and delivered an extraordinary weekday hold throughout its opening week. The film features Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Genelia Deshmukh and the debut of Rahyl Deshmukh, with Salman Khan's viral surprise cameo as Jiva Mahala, Ajay-Atul's music and Santosh Sivan's cinematography.

'Raja Shivaji', directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has crossed Rs. 12.21 crore India net on Day 2 of its theatrical run, driven by extraordinary audience response in the Marathi-speaking belt and the viral impact of Salman Khan's surprise cameo as loyal warrior Jiva Mahala. Made under a budget of approximately Rs. 100 crore, the film features Sanjay Dutt as Afzal Khan, Vidya Balan as Badi Begum, Abhishek Bachchan as Sambhaji Shahaji Maharaj, Bhagyashree as Jijabai, Fardeen Khan as Shah Jahan, Amole Gupte as Mohammed Adil Shah and Genelia Deshmukh as Saibai, with music by Ajay-Atul and cinematography by Santosh Sivan.

Raja Shivaji, directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh in the titular role of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has opened in cinemas today with early Day 1 live tracking showing Rs. 1.59 crore India net across 1,265 shows, with final figures still to be reported. The grand historical epic which also marks Riteish Deshmukh's big-screen directorial debut features a powerhouse ensemble cast including Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Boman Irani, Bhagyashree, Fardeen Khan, Jitendra Joshi, Amole Gupte and Genelia Deshmukh. The film's pre-release 'Chhatrapati' anthem trended nationwide and was hailed as one of the most powerful pieces of music from an Indian historical in recent memory. Stay updated with all live Day 1 tracking, day-wise collections and the complete opening day box office story of Raja Shivaji.

In a stunning announcement that has sent ripples through the entertainment world, Bollywood's quintessential 'Bhaijaan', Salman Khan, is set to take on a monumental role in Riteish Deshmukh's upcoming historical epic, 'Raja Shivaji'. The reveal sparked excitement during a live segment of 'Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6', leading fans to speculate wildly about him possibly embodying Jiva Mahala. Read on to know more in detail.

The highly anticipated first look teaser for 'Raja Shivaji' has officially dropped, following a successful theatrical preview. This ambitious Marathi film, directed by and starring Riteish Vilasrao Deshmukh, promises a pan-India spectacle depicting Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's legacy. Featuring a stellar ensemble cast including Sanjay Dutt and Abhishek Bachchan, the movie boasts grand visuals, intense action, and music by Ajay-Atul.

Riteish Deshmukh is directing and starring in 'Raja Shivaji,' a deeply personal project about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. He aims for a large-scale Marathi bilingual film, inspired by the warrior king's enduring legacy. Deshmukh describes the filming as humbling, emphasizing the king's immense achievements. He's assembled a top-tier team, including cinematographer Santosh Sivan and composers Ajay-Atul, to elevate the historical epic.

Playback singer Abhay Jodhpurkar discusses the evolving music industry, highlighting shrinking creative freedom and label politics. He shares insights on fair compensation through streaming royalties and the invaluable lessons learned from A. R. Rahman's unique creative process. Jodhpurkar also reflects on his breakthrough with Shah Rukh Khan's 'Mere Naam Tu' from Zero.

Music duo Ajay-Atul roped in for singing-composing the title track of Mahabharat

The makers of Ranabaali surprised newlyweds Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna by releasing their first song, Endhayya Saami. The music video, capturing the couple’s wedding moments, is a touching tribute. Rashmika expressed delight at the unexpected gesture, calling it a lovely surprise for them and their fans. Read on to know more in detail.

Udaipur welcomed a star-studded wedding as Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna tied the knot on February 26, 2026. Ahead of the reception, the makers of their film Ranabaali unveiled the first song, Endhayya Saami, celebrating the union. The music video traces their journey together and ends with a heartfelt wish for a happy married life. Read on to know more in detail.

Following their Udaipur wedding, Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are set to reunite on screen in the period action drama 'Ranabaali'. The film, reportedly heading to Netflix post-theatrical release, delves into the brutal realities of British colonial rule in 19th-century India. Deverakonda portrays a freedom fighter, while Mandanna plays a pivotal character.

Indian Idol Marathi has a high dose of entertainment. Renowned singer and composer duo Ajay-Atul who won the hearts of everyone with their music is currently judging Indian Idol's Marathi version. The duo is going to surprise the viewers for the first time on the stage of Indian Idol Marathi with their performance.

Composers Ajay-Atul Gogavale will score the music for Ashutosh Gowariker's upcoming period film 'Panipat'.

On day two of the Ellora Ajanta International Festival 2016, close to 7.45 pm, a technical snag disrupted Ajay-Atul’s show for a good 30 minutes. The next day, news about their having lip-synced during the performance emerged.

The powerful jodi of Ajay-Atul is back in M-town with Abhijeet Gholap���������s Bharatiya

The music composer duo of Ajay-Atul has composed a special theme song for the upcoming Marathi movie ‘Fandry’

Actress Amruta Khanvilkar who is receiving praise for her performance in 'Chandra', the first song of her upcoming film 'Chandramukhi', says reuniting with the music director duo Ajay-Atul for the song was quite special.

Popular Hindi TV show Indian Idol's Marathi version 'Indian Idol Marathi' launched recently. The show's first episode was all about the audition rounds. In the recent episode, the show gave us a glimpse of how the show's judges Ajay -Atul and Bela Shinde are selecting the contestants from all corners of Maharashtra.

Aamir Khan's upcoming film 'P.K.' has an Marathi element attached to it

The movie Mauli generated the much-needed curiosity when Genelia took to Twitter to release the first poster of the film. Ever since then, the movie has been in the news. The film is back in news as Riteish Deshmukh introduces two very important members of the musical Ajay-Atul through his Twitter post.

The much talked about song from Aamir Khan's upcoming film 'PK' composed by Ajay-Atul is finally out