Riteish Deshmukh on 'Raja Shivaji'; Says portraying Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is a matter of pride
etimes.in / Mar 19, 2026, 18:02 (IST)
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.