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Chhaava

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Shivaji's death sparks the Maratha-Mughal conflict. His son Sambhaji leads resistance against Aurangzeb's forces. Amid battles and intrigue, both sides face challenges in a struggle for power.
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Anupama Chopra The Hollywood Reporter This is a film with ambition and passion. Feb 28, 2025 Full Review Shubhra Gupta The Indian Express ...an exhausting blur. Rated: 2.5/5 Feb 15, 2025 Full Review Ankit Ojha The National (UAE) As the credits roll on “Chhaava,” all that lingers is a hollow echo of jingoistic noise. Rated: 1/5 May 8, 2025 Full Review Rohan Naahar The Indian Express It is ironic that at a time when the CBFC is taking active measures to prevent films from causing religious or political disharmony, a movie that actually encourages right-wing buffoonery is being celebrated as the industry’s saviour. Apr 20, 2025 Full Review Carla Hay Culture Mix Chhaava is an epic war film in all the wrong ways. This turgid 161-minute film has exploitative displays of epic ultra-violence. The movie's screenplay and performances are epic disappointments. And this entire misguided film is an epic repetitive bore. Feb 25, 2025 Full Review Anuj Kumar The Hindu Struggling to choose between history and the current nationalist sentiment, Laxman Utekar’s unsurprising narrative finds its voice in the final act Feb 24, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Suhas B Chhaava – A Roar That Stirs Every Marathi Heart After a long time, a film truly made me feel proud, emotional, and goosebumps-struck all at once — Chhaava did exactly that. It isn’t just a movie; it’s an experience that reconnects you with history, bravery, and the soul of Maharashtra. From the first frame, the film pulls you into the world of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj — not just as a warrior, but as a son, a strategist, and a man of principles. The storytelling captures his intensity, his sacrifices, and the pain behind his courage. Every dialogue feels powerful, like fire wrapped in poetry. The writing and direction make sure that even those unfamiliar with the history can feel the weight of his legacy. The cinematography is breathtaking — the battle scenes are grand but not chaotic, the palace visuals have depth, and every scene carries a royal aura. The music and background score deserve special mention. The dhols, chants, and orchestral layers blend to give you literal goosebumps. There are moments when the drums and the chants together feel like your heartbeat syncing with the rhythm of Maratha pride. The performances are the heart of this film. Vicky Kaushal brings both ferocity and grace — his eyes speak volumes even when words don’t. The supporting cast adds emotional grounding, especially in scenes portraying loyalty, betrayal, and sacrifice. Every emotion — pride, grief, rage — is portrayed with intensity but also with restraint, never turning melodramatic. The film’s emotional depth really shines in the later parts — the pain of injustice, the silence of loss, the strength in standing by one’s dharma — all are shown with sensitivity. By the climax, you don’t just watch the story; you feel it in your veins. What impressed me most is how Chhaava balances history with emotion. It never feels like a dry historical lecture; instead, it’s alive, cinematic, and deeply human. It reminds us that history isn’t just dates and wars — it’s about people who lived, loved, and sacrificed for something greater than themselves. When the end credits rolled, I was still sitting there, silent… overwhelmed. It’s rare for a film to make you proud of your roots and emotional at the same time. Chhaava is not just a movie — it’s a salute to valor, sacrifice, and the immortal spirit of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Go watch it with your family, feel the power, and carry that pride in your heart long after you leave the theatre. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/13/25 Full Review Audience Member Only watched it for Akshaye Khanna's acting, which he completely nailed start to finish. Extremely entertaining film. Don't listen to the critics or see the crappy ratings and reviews. They r nothing but subterfuge. Watch the movie urself, judge it by urself and rate it urself. Why listen to others when u can do it urself? Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/21/25 Full Review Siddharth S Chaava brilliantly revives India’s rich legacy with passion and authenticity cinema like this preserves our past, inspires future generations, and honors the sacrifice woven into our history. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/18/25 Full Review saloni s Since this movie is on India's history, it really did a great job depicting it and it connected to audience beautifully. Must watch if you're an Indian. More such films should be made. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/28/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Shivaji's death sparks the Maratha-Mughal conflict. His son Sambhaji leads resistance against Aurangzeb's forces. Amid battles and intrigue, both sides face challenges in a struggle for power.
Director
Laxman Utekar
Producer
Dinesh Vijan
Screenwriter
Rishi Virmani, Laxman Utekar, Kaustubh Savarkar, Unman Bankar, Omkar Mahajan
Production Co
Maddock Films
Genre
Action, Drama, History
Original Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 41m
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