Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company have released the first look teaser of the upcoming film Raja Shivaji. The teaser had earlier been shown in theatres along with Dhurandhar: The Revenge, where it received a strong response from the audience. Now that it has been released online, it has further increased interest in the film.
The movie is based on the life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, one of India’s most respected historical figures. The film aims to show his journey on a large scale and present his story to audiences across the country. It focuses on themes like courage, determination, and vision, especially highlighting the idea of Swarajya and how it shaped history.
Riteish Deshmukh plays the lead role in the film and is also directing it. The teaser gives a glimpse of an emotional and powerful story, showing the struggles and strength of a leader who made a big impact on history. It combines action, drama, and strong emotions to connect with viewers of all age groups.
The film also has a large and well known cast from both Hindi and Marathi cinema. Along with Riteish Deshmukh, it features Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Bhagyashree, Fardeen Khan, Jitendra Joshi, Boman Irani, Amol Gupte and Genelia Deshmukh.
The film is made on a large scale with detailed sets, strong action scenes, and high production quality. The music is composed by the well known duo Ajay–Atul, and the cinematography is handled by Santosh Sivan, who is known for his international work.
The film is presented by Jio Studios and produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Genelia Deshmukh under Mumbai Film Company. Raja Shivaji is scheduled to release in cinemas worldwide on May 1, 2026. It will be available in Marathi, Hindi, and Telugu, aiming to reach a wide audience across India and beyond.