Leading Indian production house Maddock Films has unveiled the first look of the historical epic ‘Chhaava’, starring Vicky Kaushal as the legendary Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.
The project marks Maddock Films’ first venture into the historical epic genre and features Kaushal alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna. Director Laxman Utekar is helming the production that narrates the life story of Sambhaji Maharaj, who ascended to the throne in 1681. The film’s scene was released on the anniversary of Sambhaji’s coronation.
Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the eldest son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, led the Maratha Empire during a crucial period in Indian history. Sambhaji was known for his military prowess and strategic leadership, and his reign was marked by constant wars with the Mughal Empire and other powers. His story is particularly notable for his defense of the Maratha kingdom and his legendary courage in the face of adversity. It was also referred to as Chhaava (lion cub).
Kaushal’s transformation for the role includes elaborate period costumes and royal regalia.
“I am very proud to tell the Indian story of Chava through a film that honors the indomitable legacy of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj,” says Dinesh Vijan, founder of Maddock Films and producer of Chhaava. He was a true warrior and visionary leader whose story on the big screen is long overdue. Through this film, we aim to celebrate the amazing legacy of this famous personality.
Maddock has enjoyed a blockbuster film career in 2024 with the sci-fi comedy “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya”, the horror comedy “Munjya” and “Stree 2”, a sequel to the 2018 horror comedy “Stree”. Of eight interconnected films in the horror-comedy genre that are scheduled for release over the next four years.
‘Chhaava’ is scheduled to release on February 14.