Chhaava (lit. transl. Cub) is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language historical drama film directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan of Maddock Films, with music composed by A. R. Rahman. The film stars Vicky Kaushal as Maratha emperor Chatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, son of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Rashmika Mandanna, Akshaye Khanna, Ashutosh Rana and Divya Dutta play supporting roles. The film is scheduled to release on 6 December 2024.

Chhaava
Directed byLaxman Utekar
Produced byDinesh Vijan
Starring
Music byA. R. Rahman[1]
Production
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Release date
  • 6 December 2024 (2024-12-06)
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi

Cast

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Production

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Pre-production for the film begun in April 2023, while principal photography commenced in October 2023.[5] Rashmika Mandana wrapped up her portion in January 2024.[6] Vicky Kaushal resumed filming in Wai on 9 March and continued till 6 April.[7] Principal photography wrapped in May 2024.[8][9]

Earlier, the team had approached Anil Kapoor for the role of Aurangzeb. However, in October 2023, Akshaye Khanna joined the cast as Aurangzeb.[10]

Release

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The film is scheduled to be theatrically released on 6 December 2024.[4]

Marketing

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The teaser, which was released on 14 August 2024, showcased before the previews for Stree 2.[11]

References

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  1. ^ "A.R. Rahman Joins Laxman Utekar's 'Chhava' - Exclusive!". The Times of India. 23 May 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
  2. ^ "Rashmika Mandanna praises Chhaava co-star Vicky Kaushal, says he was 'warm and kind, except for the last day'; the Sam Bahadur actor reacts". The Indian Express. 28 January 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
  3. ^ "Ashutosh Rana and Divya Dutta roped in for Laxman Utekar's 'Chhawa' - Exclusive!". The Times of India. 11 October 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
  4. ^ a b "Vicky Kaushal Opens Up On Working With Rashmika Mandanna in Chaava: 'The Only Person Who Can…'". News18. 22 July 2024. Retrieved 24 July 2024.
  5. ^ "Chhaava: Vicky Kaushal, Akshaye Khanna join star-studded historical epic on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj". Asianet News. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
  6. ^ "Rashmika Mandanna wraps up 'Chhava' shoot, praises Vicky Kaushal: Such a gem". India Today. 28 January 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
  7. ^ "Vicky Kaushal to resume 'Chhava' shoot from March 9 in Wai - Exclusive!". The Times of India. 28 February 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
  8. ^ "It's a wrap! Vicky Kaushal completes shooting of period drama 'Chhava', celebrates end of a 'dramatic journey'". The Economic Times. 12 May 2024. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
  9. ^ "Chhava: Vicky Kaushal wraps up 'Wai' schedule, shares pic: see inside". The Times of India. 6 April 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
  10. ^ "Anil Kapoor approached to play Aurangzeb in Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhawa' - Exclusive!". The Times of India. 9 October 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
  11. ^ Aaglave, Ganesh (15 August 2024). "EXCLUSIVE! Chhava Vs Pushpa 2: How Vicky Kaushal starrer will get affected by Allu Arjun's pan-India biggie at the box office? Trade expert opines". Firstpost. Retrieved 16 August 2024.
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