The historical epic Raja Shivaji, featuring Riteish Deshmukh in the titular role, has completed a phenomenal two-week run at the box office, solidifying its place as a landmark achievement in Marathi cinema. As of its fourteenth day, the film has successfully crossed the ₹76 crore mark in domestic net collections, a feat that has seen it surpass the lifetime earnings of the 2023 blockbuster Baipan Bhari Deva, which stood at approximately ₹76.28 crore. This significant milestone makes Raja Shivaji the second-highest-grossing Marathi film of all time, now trailing only the industry’s biggest hit, Sairat. The film’s journey over the past fortnight has been marked by a strong start and steady maintenance, beginning with a massive opening week that brought in over ₹52 crore and continuing with a resilient second week.
During its second week of release, Raja Shivaji showcased impressive durability despite the natural midweek dip typical for big-budget productions. The film saw a notable surge over its second weekend, with Sunday collections alone touching nearly ₹6.80 crore, proving that family audiences and historical enthusiasts are turning out in large numbers. By its second Thursday, the movie added another ₹1.39 crore to its tally, bringing the total domestic net to approximately ₹76.44 crore. Trade experts have noted that while the Marathi version continues to be the primary driver of these record-breaking numbers, the Hindi dubbed version has also contributed a fair share, helping the film reach a wider audience across the country.
Written and directed by Riteish Deshmukh himself, the film has been a passion project produced under the Mumbai Film Company and Jio Studios banners. It features an ensemble cast including Genelia D’Souza, Sanjay Dutt, and Abhishek Bachchan, whose presence has added to the film’s pan-India appeal. Beyond the financial success, the movie has resonated deeply with viewers for its portrayal of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj as a “childhood superhero,” a sentiment Riteish has frequently shared during the film’s promotion. As Raja Shivaji enters its third week, the industry is closely watching to see if it can maintain this momentum and eventually challenge the ₹100 crore worldwide gross milestone, further cementing its legacy in Indian cinematic history.
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