“Raja Shivaji,” starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, continues to draw audiences at the box office, with multiple outlets reporting steadily strong totals through its first week. Hindustan Times says the film remains steady on Day 5, earning over ₹44 crore, after a sharper dip on Monday (Day 4), when it crosses ₹39 crore. Times of India reports Day 6 collections of Rs 4.25 crore and overall box office achievements that place the film above Rs 57 crore after six days. By the end of its first week, Times of India says “Raja Shivaji” crosses Rs 60 crore gross, with Week 1 India net figures cited as Rs 52.65 crore. Several sources describe the film as a historical biopic based on Shivaji Maharaj’s life and legacy and credit a large cast that includes Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Genelia Deshmukh, and others. Times of India also notes it releases on Maharashtra Day (May 1, 2026) and has targeted higher milestones going into its second weekend, including a reported push toward Rs 75 crore India net.
Riteish Deshmukh’s ‘Raja Shivaji’ crosses ₹60 crore in first week, continues strong run
“Raja Shivaji,” starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, continues to draw audiences at the box office, with multiple outlets reporting steadily strong totals through its first week....
- “Raja Shivaji” stars Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
- The film is described as a biopic/historical drama based on Shivaji Maharaj’s life and legacy.
- Box office totals reported include crossing ₹39 crore by Day 4 and over ₹44 crore by Day 5 (Hindustan Times).
- Times of India reports the film crosses Rs 60 crore gross during its first week.
- Reported cast includes Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, and Genelia Deshmukh, with Salman Khan noted for a surprise cameo.
'Raja Shivaji', directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has delivered the greatest opening week in Marathi cinema history with Rs. 52.65 crore India net in Week 1 and is chasing the Rs. 75 crore India net target as its second weekend begins. Released on Maharashtra Day (May 1, 2026), the Rs. 100 crore historical epic — the most expensive Marathi film ever made features Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Genelia Deshmukh and the debut of Rahyl Deshmukh, with Salman Khan's still-viral surprise cameo as Jiva Mahala continuing to drive footfalls.
3 months agoRiteish 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.
3 months ago'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.
3 months agoThe cinematic blockbuster 'Raja Shivaji', featuring Riteish Deshmukh in the lead, is smashing records at the box office, raking in over Rs 57 crore. With impressive collections of Rs 4.25 crore on its sixth day alone, the film has silenced critics who questioned Deshmukh's ability to embody Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, inviting large crowds to experience his gripping portrayal. Read on to know more in detail.
3 months agoRaja Shivaji box office collection day 5: Apart from Riteish Deshmukh, the film also stars Abhishek Bachchan, Genelia Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt & Mahesh Manjrekar.
3 months agoRaja Shivaji box office collection day 4: The film is a biopic based on the life and legacy of Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
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