From Sharad Kelkar to Mahesh Manjrekar: Celebs Who Played Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Nailed the Role

[{"selector":"#anim-4f751609-2847-4b7e-aeba-b1afa14d0712 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(21.874999829338595%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-fa825ab2-1aa0-4f1e-ba28-adc408a5c328","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-110.38251%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-9217d9e8-1266-41d8-94a7-5ce456a062d1","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-53d6781e-023b-43cd-89f6-67de9ea997f7","keyframes":{"transform":["scale(0.15)","scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"forwards"}] Amol Kolhe has made a lasting impression on Indian television with his iconic portrayals of Shivaji Maharaj. He has brought the legendary leader to life in several notable TV shows. With his powerful performances, Kolhe has become synonymous with the role of Shivaji Maharaj, earning him widespread recognition and acclaim.

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[{"selector":"#anim-e484740c-ffd2-4f5d-bc8f-593ee890e72e [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(31.197869714683584%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-1cb69c4c-4b06-4afd-a6f1-d401566c8536","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-114.11765%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-1ce600d1-dc61-4d3e-aa3e-71720ebc61e9","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-87d9ec34-e6aa-41e1-bfa0-687942bffe23","keyframes":{"transform":["scale(0.15)","scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"forwards"}] Rishab Shetty unveiled the first poster of his highly anticipated movie, "The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj", today, February 19, which also marks the 395th birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj . The film, set to release on January 21, 2027.

[{"selector":"#anim-c73c25b3-593e-4e6a-b5a6-69f393095863 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(14.843749786673241%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-f04ba31e-872a-4082-a65d-11ee73a970ec","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-113.83286%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-3db72d13-0688-45e9-9c70-edcd82180427","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-c515fb88-4e3f-4286-84df-071a1c8ba224","keyframes":{"transform":["scale(0.15)","scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"forwards"}] Sharad Kelkar delivered a standout performance as Shivaji Maharaj in the blockbuster film Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior. Starring alongside Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan, and Kajol, Kelkar brought gravity and depth to his portrayal of the legendary leader, winning over the hearts of audiences and critics alike with his impressive acting chops.