Rishab Shetty Unveiled as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Sandeep Singh's Historical Epic

Shetty shared the first poster on X (formerly Twitter) with a powerful caption:

“Our Honour & Privilege, Presenting the Epic Saga of India’s Greatest Warrior King – The Pride of Bharat: #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj. This isn’t just a film – it’s a battle cry to honor a warrior who fought against all odds, challenged the might of the Mighty Mughal empire, and forged a legacy that can never be forgotten.”

Our Honour & Privilege, Presenting the Epic Saga of India’s Greatest Warrior King – The Pride of Bharat: #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj. #ThePrideOfBharatChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj

This isn’t just a film – it’s a battle cry to honor a warrior who fought against all odds, challenged… pic.twitter.com/CeXO2K9H9Q

— Rishab Shetty (@shetty_rishab) December 3, 2024

The film, described as a “magnum opus action drama,” is slated for a global theatrical release on January 21, 2027. Directed by Sandeep Singh, known for acclaimed projects like Mary Kom and Jhund, this marks his directorial debut.

Fans have expressed excitement, calling the project a potential milestone for Kannada cinema. Shetty is also busy with other high-profile films, including Kantara: Chapter 1, releasing in 2025, and Prasanth Varma’s Hanu-Man sequel. The actor continues to cement his place as a pan-Indian star, earning admiration for his ambitious and diverse projects.