Raja Shivaji, directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh, has become the first-ever Marathi film made on a ₹100 crore budget, setting a new benchmark for the regional film industry.
The landscape of Marathi cinema is undergoing a seismic shift. For decades, the industry has been celebrated for its profound storytelling, rich cultural roots, and stellar performances. It has also been known for its high-concept, low-budget masterpieces. However, it has traditionally operated within modest financial constraints.
For years, a budget of ₹100 crores was a figure reserved for Bollywood or South Indian blockbusters.
That narrative is now changing—decisively.
As of May 1, 2026, Raja Shivaji has emerged as a new titan, officially becoming the first Marathi film to be produced on such a massive scale.
This historical magnum opus, based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, is not just a film—it is a cultural landmark that signals the arrival of Marathi cinema on the global commercial stage. While the industry has long earned international acclaim for its artistic depth through films like Sant Tukaram (1936), Shwaas (2004), Court (2014), Sairat (2016), Sthal (Village) (2023), and Sabar Bonda (2025), Raja Shivaji marks a clear shift—from prestigious festivals to mainstream global dominance.
As the first ₹100 crore Marathi production, it seamlessly blends the industry’s signature storytelling with the high-octane scale of global blockbusters.
Backed by Mumbai Film Company and Jio Studios, the film has been in development for over a decade. With its massive investment, it brings together grand scale, cutting-edge VFX, and immersive historical storytelling.
This record-breaking project elevates regional history into a cinematic spectacle designed to compete on international screens. By combining world-class visual effects with an unprecedented budget, it redefines the global footprint of Marathi cinema for the modern era.
The scale of investment has also been instrumental in ensuring historical authenticity, detailed production design, and a visual experience that does justice to the legacy of the Maratha Empire.
Raja Shivaji is more than just a movie—it’s a turning point. It marks the moment Marathi cinema steps confidently into the world of big-budget filmmaking, ready to compete on a global stage.
Raja Shivaji Marathi Film Trailer
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