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Rishab Shetty to Play Shivaji Maharaj in Two-Part Historical Epic
Rishab Shetty will play Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the historical film series “The Pride of Bharat.”
The Kannada actor, known for “Kantara,” is working with director Sandeep Singh and producer Bhushan Kumar, whose company T-Series has joined the project.
The story follows the 17th-century ruler who founded the Maratha kingdom in western India and is revered in Maharashtra.
The two-part saga will cover his battles, leadership and idea of Swarajya, a term used in connection with self-rule.
It adds to a long-standing tradition of Indian films about Shivaji Maharaj and his legacy.
Filming is due to begin in early 2027, with pre-production under way.
T-Series has joined The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a two-part historical epic starring Rishab Shetty.
Shetty will portray the 17th-century Maratha ruler, and Sandeep Singh will direct.
Filming is set to begin in early 2027, with pre-production under way.
The films will follow Shivaji Maharaj’s battles, victories, sacrifices and lesser-known life episodes.
Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar will produce for T-Series Films, and Shetty is also a co-producer.
- Who
- Rishab Shetty will star as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. T-Series has joined the project, directed by Sandeep Singh.
- What
- The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj will be made as a two-part historical epic.
- When
- Announced on October 30, 2026. Filming is set to begin in early 2027.
- Where
- Not stated
- Why
- The project aims to honor Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy through cinema and share his story with audiences.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Shetty and Singh first announced the film.
T-Series joined the project, which was confirmed as a two-part epic.
Filming is set to begin.
- Lead actor
- Rishab Shetty
- Director
- Sandeep Singh
- Format
- Two-part historical epic
- Production company
- T-Series Films
- Filming
- Early 2027
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What people are saying
Maharashtra and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj have given us a legacy to be proud of, and I believe it is our responsibility to honor that legacy through cinema and share it with the world
When Sandeep Singh narrated ‘The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj,’ I felt a deep sense of responsibility to bring this extraordinary story to the big screen.