Kantara fame Rishab Shetty to play Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj; Poster

Rishab Shetty in The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj —

Kantara actor Rishab Shetty, who won the National Award for his performance in the film, has secured a significant role. Shetty and director Sandeep Singh collaborate on the narrative of one of India's greatest warrior kings and unveil the historical action drama titled "The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj." Take a look at the poster below.

Rishab Shetty and Sandeep Singh announced their collaboration for one of the most significant stories in Indian history, "The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj," with the poster today, which also reveals the film's release date—21st January 2027.

Rishab Shetty already has two major films lined up, including Kantara: Chapter 1 (2025) and Jai Hanuman (2026), so The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is currently planned for 2027. The project will commence once Rishab completes his ongoing commitments.

Discussing the project, Rishab Shetty stated, "Sandeep's vision for The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is so grand that as soon as I heard about the film, I said yes without blinking an eye. Playing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is an honor beyond words. He is a national hero whose impact transcends history, and I feel immense pride in bringing his story to the screen."

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Sandeep Singh added, "Rishab Shetty was my first and only choice for the role—he truly embodies the strength, spirit, and valor of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. This film has been my dream for many years now, and it is my privilege and honor to be bringing this story to the silver screen. The film has been envisioned with a scale and grandeur, featuring unprecedented action choreography that will help elevate Indian cinema globally."

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