Raja Shivaji has made waves at the box office, achieving the biggest opening ever for a Marathi film. On its opening day, the film grossed an impressive Rs 8 crore, followed by Rs 7.15 crore on its second day.
Box office performance:
- Marathi collection on opening day: Rs 8 crore
- Marathi collection on day 2: Rs 7.15 crore
- Total Marathi collection after two days: Rs 15.15 crore
- Hindi version opening day collection: Rs 3.35 crore
- Hindi version collection on day 2: Rs 3.40 crore
- Total Hindi collection after two days: Rs 10.55 crore
- Combined total net collection after two days: Rs 21.90 crore
- Total gross collection after two days: Rs 26.06 crore
The film, directed by Riteish Deshmukh, features a star-studded ensemble including Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, and Vidya Balan. It chronicles the life and valor of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, capturing the essence of Marathi cinema while appealing to Hindi audiences as well.
This historical drama’s dual release in both languages has clearly resonated with viewers, setting a new benchmark for future Marathi films. The excitement surrounding Raja Shivaji reflects a growing interest in regional cinema that can compete on larger platforms.
Reactions have poured in from fans and critics alike, praising the film’s production quality and storytelling. Riteish Deshmukh expressed his gratitude towards the audience for their overwhelming support, saying it was a dream come true to bring such an important figure in history to life on screen.
