Tanhaji director Om Raut hails Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava: 'Visual and emotional spectacle'
Director Om Raut, known for Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, praises Chhaava, calling it an immersive and grand cinematic experience. Starring Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the film depicts his brave resistance against Aurangzeb.

Director Om Raut is thrilled by Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava. The son of Maratha king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, is the subject of the recently produced historical drama. Om, who directed Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, which won a National Award, commended Laxman Utekar.
Tanhaji director praises Chhaava
Om said, in a statement, ¡°Chhaava is not just a film; it¡¯s an experience. The narrative, the scale, and the visuals take you into the heart of Maratha history. It¡¯s a proud moment for Indian cinema to see such stories being told with so much passion and dedication.¡±
He further added, "The storytelling in Chhaava is powerful and presents it with such grandeur and emotional depth that it will resonate with audiences for years to come.¡±
Vicky changes into the renowned Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's son, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, in Chhaava. His valiant struggle to protect the Maratha Empire against the infamous Mughal tyrant Aurangzeb is depicted in the movie.
Rashmika Mandanna plays Sambhaji's wife, Yesubai, in the historical drama, which was directed by Laxman Utekar. Aurangzeb is portrayed by Akshaye Khanna. Divya Dutta, Vineet Kumar Singh, and Diana Penty all play important parts in the movie. February 14 was the release date of Chhaava.
About Tanhaji
Tanaji Malusare, a Subhedar in Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's Maratha army, tries to retake the Kondhana fortress after Mughal emperor Aurangzeb seizes control of it and hands it off to his dependable guard Udaybhan Singh Rathore in Tanhaji ¨C The Unsung Warrior, which is set in the 17th century.
At the 68th National Film Awards, the movie took home Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment, Best Actor (Devgn), and Best Costume Design. January 10, 2020, saw the theatrical release of Tanhaji.
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