Dharmarakshak Mahaveer Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj: Part 1 (2024)
- Original title
- धर्मरक्षक महावीर छत्रपती संभाजी महाराज : भाग १
- Directed by
- Tushar Shelar
- Genre
- action, drama, history, war
- Country
- India
- Runtime
- 2h 54m
- Elsewhere
- IMDb
How it feels
This is a dramatized biopic of the 17th century Maratha ruler Sambhaji Maharaj. The film shows his battles and struggles defending his empire and faith against the Mughal Empire.
grandpatrioticstirringdramaticepic-scaleunflinchinghistorically flavoredaction-oriented
What happens
Dharmarakshak Mahaveer Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj (transl. Protector of the Faith, Great Warrior Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj) is a 2024 Indian Marathi-language epic historical war film directed by Tushar Shelar and produced by Shekhar Mohitepatil, Saujanya Nikam, Dharmendra Bora, and Ketanraje Bhosale under Urvita Productions. It features Thakur Anoop Singh in the title role alongside Amruta Khanvilkar, Pradeep Rawat, Sanjay Khapre, Bhargavi Chirmule, Kamlesh Sawant, Kishori Shahane and Raj Zutshi in pivotal roles. Set against the backdrop of 17th century, it is a romanticised fictional portrayal of the life of Sambhaji, as he defends the Maratha Empire and Hindu faith against the Mughal Empire, showcasing his bravery, tactical genius, and unwavering spirit, solidifying his legacy as a revered protector of his people and culture. The film was officially announced in January 2023, and its principal photography began in the latter half of the same year. The shooting took place sporadically throughout the year, with filming conducted in the interiors of Maharashtra to capture the region's authentic essence. Mohit Kulkarni composed the film's music, while cinematographer Mahesh Aney handled the cinematography and Chirag Bhuva helmed the visual effects. The film was theatrically released in Marathi on 22 November 2024, followed by its Hindi version on 29 November 2024, and received positive reviews from critics, who praised its direction, performances, and production values. The film has grossed over ₹11.90 crore (US$1.2 million)–₹12.70 crore (US$1.3 million) worldwide, emerging as the fifth highest grossing Marathi film of 2024. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)
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