Raja Shivaji FULL CAST: Afzal Khan, Badi Begum, Saibai & Others; From Sanjay To Vidya; WHO Plays WHOM?
Raja Shivaji Full Cast & Characters: The buzz around Raja Shivaji (2026) is reaching new heights, with the film quickly becoming one of the most anticipated releases of the year. Helmed by Riteish Deshmukh, the historical epic promises a grand retelling of the life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Marking Riteish Deshmukh's return to the director's chair, the film is being touted as one of his most ambitious projects to date. The trailer release has boosted the excitement, with fans talking about it online. The film's big star cast has added to the hype, making it a hot topic everywhere.
Raja Shivaji Trailer Out Now: Netizens Hail Ritiesh Deshmukh's Film
Amid huge anticipation, the trailer of Raja Shivaji was launched on a grand scale in Mumbai today, in the presence of the film's star cast. The event drew strong attention as fans and media gathered to witness the first major look at the much-talked-about historical drama.
During the trailer launch, Riteish Deshmukh became emotional while speaking about the project. He expressed gratitude to his team for supporting his vision of bringing the story of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to the big screen. His wife Genelia Deshmukh, who also stars in and co-produces the film, was seen getting emotional as well.
Soon after the trailer dropped, social media was flooded with praise. Fans took to the comment section on Instagram to share their excitement. One user wrote, "अप्रतिम सादरीकरण ❤️🙌🚩 jay bhavani jay shivray 🙏🏻✨", while another commented, "@riteishd दादा, एकच हृदय आहे रे ते पण किती वेळा जिंकणार तू. खूप अप्रतिम ट्रेलर आहे हा आणि सर्व कलाकारांचे काम किती भारी आणि जबरदस्त वाटत आहे. 😍😍❤️❤️". Another fan added, "This is epic of epic proportions , loveeeeee it ❤️, take a bow @geneliad @riteishd".
Raja Shivaji Release Date
Amid strong anticipation, Raja Shivaji is all set to release in theatres on May 1, 2026. The film will arrive on the big screen in multiple languages, including Marathi, Hindi, and Telugu, aiming for a wide pan-India reach.
Raja Shivaji Full Cast & Characters: Who Plays Whom?
The trailer of Raja Shivaji has officially unveiled its powerful ensemble and the characters they bring to life on screen. Riteish Deshmukh leads the film as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, while his real-life son Rahyl Deshmukh appears as the younger version of the legendary warrior king.
Genelia Deshmukh plays Saibai, adding emotional depth to the narrative. Abhishek Bachchan is seen as Sambhaji Shahaji Maharaj, while Sanjay Dutt portrays the formidable Afzal Khan. The cast also features Vidya Balan as Badi Begum, Sachin Khedekar as Shahaji Raje Bhosale, and Bhagyashree as Jijabai.
Adding to the excitement, it was revealed during the Bigg Boss Marathi 6 grand finale that Salman Khan will make a special cameo appearance. While his role has not been officially confirmed, reports hint that he may be seen as Jiva Mahala, further raising curiosity around his entry.


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