Who was Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj? Here's how history books describe Chhaava
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Who was Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj? Here's how history books describe Chhaava

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Bollywood's period drama 'Chhaava' has been released on big screens. Many stories related to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, who ruled the Maratha Empire for eight years after the death of his father Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, have gone viral on social media. Sambhaji was married at the age of just 9 years Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj made matrimonial alliances an important means to expand the scope of Maratha rule. Aurangzeb paraded Sambhaji's head in many important cities of the south to establish his fear of the Maratha Empire, but this act of the Mughals backfired. After the death of Sambhaji Maharaj, Chhatrapati Shivaji's younger son Rajaram was crowned.

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When Sambhaji Mahraj refused to bow to Aurangzeb despite 40 days of torture
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When Sambhaji Mahraj refused to bow to Aurangzeb despite 40 days of torture

India Today  

Like Hanuman who stood in Ravan’s court, stands Shambhu in the presence of Aurangzeb. These were the words uttered by none other than Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj’s closest friend, Kavi Kalash, who stood by him during his final moments as he endured 40 days of extreme torture at the hands of Aurangzeb, who sought to make Sambhaji bow before him and …

Vicky Kaushal remembers Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj's undying spirit on his death anniversary: ‘I bow to the warrior’
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Vicky Kaushal remembers Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj's undying spirit on his death anniversary: ‘I bow to the warrior’

Hindustan Times  

Chhaava star Vicky Kaushal on Tuesday marked the death anniversary of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, describing the Maratha warrior as someone "who stood tall in the face of unimaginable torture". Vicky Kaushal on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj's death anniversary Vicky essayed the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in Chhaava, which was released last month. Today, on the Punyatithi of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, …

Opinion: Chhaava & Scindias — Battlefield Allies To Family Ties, And Maratha Legacy Of Valour
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Opinion: Chhaava & Scindias — Battlefield Allies To Family Ties, And Maratha Legacy Of Valour

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The movie ‘Chhaava’, based on the life and times of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, has taken the box office by storm. Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj’s daughter-in-law was Shrimant Savitrabai Scindia of Kanherkhed, the ancestral village of the Gwalior Scindias, according to the 1940 book ‘Gwalior Today’, edited by Michael H. Brown. The Sarsenapati of the great Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Hansaji aka Hambirrao …

Mahayuti announces spree of memorials to Maratha kings and soldiers
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Mahayuti announces spree of memorials to Maratha kings and soldiers

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: After chief minister Devendra Fadnavis’ declaration that the tomb of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb should be removed from Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, the Mahayuti government has gone one step ahead in its memorial politics, and announced a number of memorials, including one to Chhatrapati Sambhaji. Mumbai, India - March 10, 2025:Dy CM and State Finance minister Ajit Pawar and MoS Finance …

Maha CM Fadnavis says Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava corrects 'historical injustice' done to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Maha CM Fadnavis says Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava corrects 'historical injustice' done to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj

Hindustan Times  

Actor Vicky Kaushal's period drama Chhaava is making waves across India, and the film received much love and appreciation from BJP leaders in Mumbai. Chhaava stars Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. So we organized a special screening of this during the session and the star cast and their production, distributors also supported it a lot," Maharashtra Minister Aditi Sunil …

Devendra Fadnavis, BJP members watch Chhaava in Mumbai: A beautiful movie
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Devendra Fadnavis, BJP members watch Chhaava in Mumbai: A beautiful movie

India Today  

Vicky Kaushal's period drama Chhaava, based on the life of Maratha Emperor Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, is creating a storm at the box office. Recently, Maharashtra Minister Aditi Sunil Tatkare organised a special screening of the film for BJP members in Mumbai. Maharashtra Minister Aditi Sunil Tatkare told ANI that she organised the special screening of Chhaava as she felt that …

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis After Watching Chhaava: History Has Not Done Justice To Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis After Watching Chhaava: History Has Not Done Justice To Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj

ABP News  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attended a special screening of Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' in Mumbai. After watching the historical drama, CM Fadnavis praised the makers for sharing the true tale of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj through 'Chhaava'. From the 'Chhaava' movie, many people in India have come to know more about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and I thank the 'Chhaava' crew members …

Chhaava Sparks Maharashtra Politics: How a Film on King Sambhaji Rekindles the Brahmin-Maratha Divide
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Chhaava Sparks Maharashtra Politics: How a Film on King Sambhaji Rekindles the Brahmin-Maratha Divide

The Hindu  

Published : Feb 26, 2025 23:10 IST - 9 MINS READ The action film based on the life of Sambhaji, who succeeded his father Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha kingdom, to the throne, has become the subject of a raging controversy. Chhaava was first published in 1979, but it was not the first novel or book on King Sambhaji’s …

PM Narendra Modi hails Vicky Kaushal’s historical-drama ‘Chhaava’
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1 month, 1 week ago

PM Narendra Modi hails Vicky Kaushal’s historical-drama ‘Chhaava’

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised Vicky Kaushal starrer historical period drama Chhaava and spoke about Maharashtra's role in shaping both Marathi and Hindi cinema. Speaking at the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in New Delhi on Friday, PM Modi highlighted how the film, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, has been appreciated across the country. He …

Daily Quiz On Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
1 month, 1 week ago

Daily Quiz On Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

The Hindu  

Daily Quiz | On Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj 1 / 6 | To which clan did Shivaji belong to, before he carved out his own independent kingdom from the Sultanate of Bijapur that formed the genesis of the Maratha Confederacy? 2 / 6 | This battle took place in November 1659, in Satara, fought between the Maratha forces led by Shivaji …

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis responds to public demand for tax-free status for Chhaava: ‘We will see what best we can do’
1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis responds to public demand for tax-free status for Chhaava: ‘We will see what best we can do’

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis recently responded to the widespread appeal for granting tax-free status to the film Chhaava, a period drama based on the life of the legendary Maratha ruler, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. What Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said Fadnavis expressed his appreciation for the movie's historical portrayal and noted that he had heard positive feedback from the …

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti| Shreyas: He was the king of the people, for the people in the truest sense
1 month, 1 week ago

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti| Shreyas: He was the king of the people, for the people in the truest sense

Hindustan Times  

The Maratha king and warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj holds a very important place in every Indian's life, including the life of actor Shreyas Talpade. Shreyas Talpade on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti “It's very rare that you would find a Maharashtrian who doesn't worship Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj,” says the actor, adding, “His stories of valour, his wit, his vision, his leadership, …

Shivaji's daring Agra escape that humiliated Aurangzeb and cemented Maratha legacy
1 month, 1 week ago

Shivaji's daring Agra escape that humiliated Aurangzeb and cemented Maratha legacy

India Today  

Imagine being trapped in the heart of enemy territory, under the watchful eyes of a powerful emperor. It humiliated Aurangzeb but strengthened Shivaji’s legend as an unyielding leader who refused to be shackled -- a tale that added to his political image to a great extent. Shivaji's entry into Agra SHIVAJI'S EARLY LIFE AND RISE TO POWER Born on February …

Aakash Chopra praises Chhaava, questions Indian school curriculum: ‘Why no mention of Sambhaji Maharaj?’
1 month, 1 week ago

Aakash Chopra praises Chhaava, questions Indian school curriculum: ‘Why no mention of Sambhaji Maharaj?’

Live Mint  

Aakash Chopra, former cricketer and now a commentator has appreciated Vicky Kaushal starrer film Chaava while criticising school curriculum in India for not teaching about Chattrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. ?” About Chaava Chhaava is a historical action film about the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the second ruler of the Maratha Confederacy. Maurya/Gupta empires, Akbar, Aurangzeb, Shivaji naturally got prominence over …

Chhaava: 6 am and midnight shows added for Vicky Kaushal film in Maharashtra after huge demand, 97% occupancy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhaava: 6 am and midnight shows added for Vicky Kaushal film in Maharashtra after huge demand, 97% occupancy

Hindustan Times  

Laxman Utekar's Chhaava has taken a smashing start at the box office in its first two days. Chhaava: Vicky Kaushal plays Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in the Laxman Utekar film. Chhaava sees early morning, midnight shows Chhaava is the biopic of Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji. Chhaava has done surprisingly well in the south, …

Vicky Kaushal starrer Chhaava: Who was Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the real story of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's son
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Vicky Kaushal starrer Chhaava: Who was Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the real story of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's son

Firstpost  

Sambhaji Maharaj was a fearless warrior who defected to the Mughal Empire and served under Diler Khan in the Battle of Bhupalgarh against Shivaji Actor Vicky Kaushal, whose film “Chhaava” sparked controversy over a lezim dance sequence featuring his character Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, said the now-deleted scene was an effort from the makers to promote Maharashtra’s culture worldwide. Directed by …

Chhaava movie review: Vicky Kaushal is near-flawless, Akshaye Khanna terrifies in imperfect Chhatrapati Sambhaji biopic
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhaava movie review: Vicky Kaushal is near-flawless, Akshaye Khanna terrifies in imperfect Chhatrapati Sambhaji biopic

Hindustan Times  

Chhaava review: At one point in Chhaava, Vicky Kaushal, as Chhatrapati Sambhaji, seems completely possessed, consumed by his feverish fervour towards Swaraj. Chhaava review: Vicky Kaushal plays Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in the Laxman Utekar film. About Chhaava Directed by Laxman Utekar, it revolves around the second Chhatrapati of the Maratha empire, Sambhaji Maharaj, played by Vicky. Chhaava had …

Chhaava Review: Vicky Kaushal's Career-Best Performance Brings History To Life
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhaava Review: Vicky Kaushal's Career-Best Performance Brings History To Life

ABP News  

Chhaava review: When a film ends, and the audience around you is either teary-eyed or left in sheer shock, you know you’ve just witnessed cinematic brilliance. Chhaava storyline The film chronicles the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, who stood firm against the Mughal empire after the passing of his father, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. In one of the most electrifying scenes, …

Chhaava movie review: Vicky Kaushal delivers his career best act in a roaring Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj biopic
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chhaava movie review: Vicky Kaushal delivers his career best act in a roaring Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj biopic

Firstpost  

Star cast: Vicky Kaushal, Akshaye Khanna, Rashmika Mandanna, Diana Penty, Ashutosh Rana, Divya Dutta, Vineet Kumar Singh, Neil Bhoopalam Director: Laxman Utekar Vicky Kaushal, Akshaye Khanna and Rashmika Mandanna starrer Chhaava has been in the news since its inception. But little did they know about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj aka Chhaava, who attacks Burhanpur defeats them and warns Aurangzeb to not …

Vicky Kaushal opens up on how he prepared for his role in ‘Chhaava’: I gained 25 kg
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vicky Kaushal opens up on how he prepared for his role in ‘Chhaava’: I gained 25 kg

The Hindu  

Actor Vicky Kaushal, who is gearing up for the release of his film Chhaava, shared how he prepared for the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Produced under the banner of Maddock Films, Chhaava is a period drama that portrays the legendary story of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, played by Vicky Kaushal. Vicky recalled how during the shooting of Zara Hatke Zara …

Ahead of Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Chhaava’, a look at the legend of Chhatrapati Sambhaji
2 months ago

Ahead of Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Chhaava’, a look at the legend of Chhatrapati Sambhaji

The Hindu  

Chhatrapati Shivaji, founder of the Maratha Empire and warrior extraordinaire, crafted a legacy that is hard to follow. The fierce tiger, the successor tiger cub Chhava—this was the epithet bestowed on Chhatrapati Sambhaji, Shivaji’s elder son, and is the title of a book by the renowned Shivaji Sawant. Unofficially, Sambaji had succeeded Shivaji to the throne in July 1680 as …

Chhaava trailer: Vicky Kaushal roars as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in period drama
2 months, 1 week ago

Chhaava trailer: Vicky Kaushal roars as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in period drama

India Today  

The trailer of Chhava starring Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj is finally out. The trailer gives a glimpse of the world of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Rashmika Mandanna, who plays the role of Maharani Yesubai, the wife of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, also manages to leave an impact with her acting. The film narrates the valour of Sambhaji Maharaj, son of …

Ajit Pawar claims that Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj was not Dharmaveer
2 years, 2 months ago

Ajit Pawar claims that Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj was not Dharmaveer

Op India  

On 30th December 2022, Ajit Pawar of the Nationalist Congress Party said in the Maharashtra assembly that Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj was not a Dharmaveer, but he was a Swarajya Rakshak. While speaking in the assembly, Ajit Pawar said in his address, “I would like to say it again that we purposefully call Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Swarajya Rakshak. He tried to …

Medha Bhaskaran elaborates on Shivaji Maharaj at The Ranveer Show podcast
2 years, 4 months ago

Medha Bhaskaran elaborates on Shivaji Maharaj at The Ranveer Show podcast

Op India  

Medha Bhaskaran, the author of the book Challenging Destiny, gave her insights into the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in a podcast with renowned YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia on his YouTube channel BeerBiceps. Rise Of India’s Greatest Emperor – Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj Bhaskaran talked about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the subsequent parts of the podcast. Six months later, Shivaji Maharaj was …

Sambhaji Chhatrapati out of RS poll race: Sanjay Raut meets Kolhapur royal family scion
2 years, 10 months ago

Sambhaji Chhatrapati out of RS poll race: Sanjay Raut meets Kolhapur royal family scion

The Hindu  

After Kolhapur royal Sambhajiraje Chhatrapati, a direct descendant of Chhatrapati Shivaji, pulled out of the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls decrying the “betrayal” by the ruling Shiv Sena, Sena MP Sanjay Raut called upon his father, Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, in Kolhapur. While Mr. Sambhajiraje, an important Maratha community leader, had accused Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray of “breaking his word” by failing …

Sambhaji Maharaj: Understanding the valorous Chhatrapati through his letters and literature
2 years, 11 months ago

Sambhaji Maharaj: Understanding the valorous Chhatrapati through his letters and literature

Op India  

Much of the intellectual discourse catapulted by Hindu historians have painted Shivaji as the original father of Hindu Nationalism, for obvious reasons. An array of ministers sympathetic to Soyrabai’s cause were arrested – including Janardanpant Hanmante, Kanhoji Bhandwalkar the famed Peshwa Moropant Pingle alongside Pant Sachiv Annaji Datto whose houses were attacked by Sambhaji’s comrades. Samrath Ramdas’ advice to the …

Sambhaji Bhosale Death Anniversary: Lesser-known facts about Chhatrapati Shivaji's eldest son
3 years ago

Sambhaji Bhosale Death Anniversary: Lesser-known facts about Chhatrapati Shivaji's eldest son

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On 11 March, 1689, Sambhaji Maharaj was killed by Aurangzeb after the brave Maratha king rejected to embrace Islam Sambhaji Maharaj was the eldest son of great Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. On 11 March, 1689, Sambhaji Maharaj was killed by Aurangzeb after the brave Maratha king rejected to embrace Islam. On his death anniversary, here are some lesser-known …

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2022: Know History, Significance Of The Day & Restrictions Imposed For Celebrations
3 years, 1 month ago

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2022: Know History, Significance Of The Day & Restrictions Imposed For Celebrations

ABP News  

New Delhi: Today marks the 392nd birth anniversary of the great Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Born in 1630, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was a Maratha Emperor and fought several wars against Mughals. The day has been observed as the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti or Shiv Jayanti in 1870 since Mahatma Jyotirao Phule discovered the tomb of Shivaji in Raigad, Pune. …

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2022: Mahesh Manjrekar to Sharad Kelkar, actors who played him on screen
3 years, 1 month ago

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2022: Mahesh Manjrekar to Sharad Kelkar, actors who played him on screen

India TV News  

Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha kingdom in the later 17th century, was born on February 19, 1630, at Shivneri Fort in Pune. The birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj also known as "Shivaji Jayanti", is celebrated with traditional fervour all over the country and in Maharashtra especially. Shivaji Maharaj is known to have laid the foundation of the Maratha …

On Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s coronation day anniversary, descendent to launch agitation
3 years, 9 months ago

On Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s coronation day anniversary, descendent to launch agitation

Hindustan Times  

Maratha leader and Bharatiya Janata Party’s member of Parliament Sambhajiraje Chhatrapati, a descendent of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, will on Sunday announce the next move over the community’s agitation for reservation in education and government jobs. Sambhajiraje Chhatrapati will attend a function at Raigad Fort in Mahad area of Raigad district of Maharashtra on the occasion of coronation day anniversary of …

Chhatrapati Shivaji 341st death anniversary: Top quotes by the great Maratha emperor
3 years, 11 months ago

Chhatrapati Shivaji 341st death anniversary: Top quotes by the great Maratha emperor

India Today  

Chhatrapati Shivaji was one of the eminent Hindu warriors who made an immense contribution to the history of India. On his 341st death anniversary, share these quotes on WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram status to recall the valour of one of the greatest emperors of the nation. Chhatrapati Shivaji 341st death anniversary: Top quotes by the great Maratha emperor Freedom is a …

Maratha king Shivaji was 'Kannadiga', claims Karnataka Deputy CM
4 years, 1 month ago

Maratha king Shivaji was 'Kannadiga', claims Karnataka Deputy CM

India TV News  

Slamming Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackrey for raking up the inter-state border row, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister Govind Karjol on Sunday claimed that the Maratha king Chhatrapti Shivaji was a 'Kannadiga'. At a book launch on the border dispute between the two states in Mumbai on January 27, Thackeray said areas dominated by Marathi-speaking people in Karnataka like Belagavi, Karwar …

Sambhaji Maharaj Jayanti 2020: Legendary warrior's birthday celebrated today; lesser-known facts about Maratha kingdom's second ruler
4 years, 10 months ago

Sambhaji Maharaj Jayanti 2020: Legendary warrior's birthday celebrated today; lesser-known facts about Maratha kingdom's second ruler

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Sambhaji Maharaj’s birth anniversary is celebrated across Maharashtra and other parts of India on 14 May. The eldest son of Chhatrapati Shivaji, he was the second ruler of the Maratha Kingdom. It was Sambhaji who led the Maratha army i n the victorious campaign of Kolwan in 1672 along with Peshwa Moropant Pingle. Noted Historian YG Bhave in his book …

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