Chhaava Explained
Chhaava is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language historical epic film based on the life of Maratha emperor Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. It stars Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna. The film is directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films.
Pre-production began in April 2023. Principal photography commenced in October 2023 and ended in May 2024. The film score and soundtrack album is composed by A. R. Rahman. It is scheduled to release on 6 December 2024.
Cast
Production
Pre-production for the film begun in April 2023, while principal photography commenced in October 2023.[7] Rashmika Mandanna wrapped up her portion in January 2024.[8] Vicky Kaushal resumed filming in Wai on 9 March and continued till 6 April.[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] Principal photography wrapped in May 2024.[11] [12]
Release
The film is scheduled to be theatrically released on 6 December 2024.
Marketing
The teaser of the film was showcased before the preview shows of Stree 2 and was later released on social media on 19 August 2024 coinciding Raksha Bandhan.[13] [14]
Notes and References
- Web site: 2023-06-06 . Laxman Utekar: Vicky has the build and personality for Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj’s role . 2024-08-20 . Mid-day . en.
- News: 2024-05-23 . A.R. Rahman Joins Laxman Utekar's 'Chhava' - Exclusive! . 2024-07-03 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
- Web site: 2024-01-28 . Rashmika Mandanna praises Chhaava co-star Vicky Kaushal, says he was 'warm and kind, except for the last day'; the Sam Bahadur actor reacts . 2024-07-02 . The Indian Express . en.
- News: 2023-10-11 . Ashutosh Rana and Divya Dutta roped in for Laxman Utekar's 'Chhawa' - Exclusive! . 2024-07-03 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
- Web site: 2024-07-22 . Vicky Kaushal Opens Up On Working With Rashmika Mandanna in Chaava: 'The Only Person Who Can…' . 2024-07-24 . News18 . en.
- Web site: 2024-06-07 . Actor Santosh Juvekar To Make His Comeback In Marathi TV With This Serial . 2024-08-19 . News18 . en.
- Web site: Chhaava: Vicky Kaushal, Suniel Shetty, Akshaye Khanna join star-studded historical epic on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj . 2024-07-03 . Asianet News.
- Web site: 2024-01-28 . Rashmika Mandanna wraps up 'Chhava' shoot, praises Vicky Kaushal: Such a gem . 2024-07-02 . India Today . en.
- News: 2024-02-28 . Vicky Kaushal to resume 'Chhava' shoot from March 9 in Wai - Exclusive! . 2024-07-02 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
- News: 2023-10-09 . Anil Kapoor approached to play Aurangzeb in Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhawa' - Exclusive! . 2024-07-03 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
- News: 2024-05-12 . It's a wrap! Vicky Kaushal completes shooting of period drama 'Chhava', celebrates end of a 'dramatic journey' . 2024-07-02 . The Economic Times . 0013-0389.
- News: 2024-04-06 . Chhava: Vicky Kaushal wraps up 'Wai' schedule, shares pic: see inside . 2024-07-02 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
- Web site: Aaglave . Ganesh . 2024-08-15 . 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 . 2024-08-16 . Firstpost . en-us.
- Web site: 2024-08-19 . Chhaava Teaser: Vicky Kaushal Goes on a Bloodbath as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, Release Date Out . 2024-08-19 . News18 . en.