The film is set in the mid-seventeenth century in parts of future Maharashtra. It emphasizes Shivaji’s pursuit of Hindavi Swaraj against his main adversary, Afzal Khan, played by Sanjay Dutt.

As of midday, Raja Shivaji has been released with a runtime of 195 minutes. The film features a mix of Marathi and Hindi dialogue, reflecting its cultural roots.

Notably, Vidya Balan plays Khadija, the wife of Adil Shah. The film also includes Bollywood cameos, such as Salman Khan portraying Jeeva Mahala.

Key facts:

• The screenplay is co-written by Riteish Deshmukh, Jaideep Yadav, and Prajakt Deshmukh.
• Cinematography is handled by Santosh Sivan.
• The music is composed by Ajay-Atul.

Critics have mixed opinions about the film. One review states, “Raja Shivaji isn’t perfect, but it tells the tale of the Maratha king very nicely.” However, another critic found the first half unimpressive and slow.

Earlier this month, the Bombay High Court dismissed a petition claiming that the title ‘Raja Shivaji’ was derogatory. This ruling has cleared one hurdle for the film’s release.

The ambition behind Raja Shivaji aims to revive national interest in this iconic figure. As it stands now, audiences are keen to see how this historical narrative resonates with contemporary viewers.

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