Today is the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, one of India's greatest warriors. He was known as Shivaji Raje Bhosale or Maharaj. Born on February 19, 1630, at Shivneri Fort in Pune, Shivaji Maharaj's father's name was Shahaji Raje Bhosale. His grandfather, Konddev, trained him in warfare and administration. On Shivaji Maharaj's birth anniversary today, let's learn about the films made on him and the actors who played his characters.

Films Based on Shivaji Maharaj

Sher Shivraj (2022)

This film, based on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, depicts the conflict between him and Afzal Khan. It shows that the Adilshahi Sultanate sent Afzal Khan to curb Shivaji Maharaj's influence. Afzal Khan attempts to kill Shivaji Maharaj at the foothills of Pratapgarh. However, Maharaj kills him with the 'Wagh Nakh' (tiger's claw).

Pavankhind (2022)

The film 'Pavankhind' depicts the story of the Maratha Empire. It is based on the Battle of Pavankhind, which took place on July 13, 1660. It depicts the sacrifice of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and his commander Baji Prabhu Deshpande. It is directed by Digpal Lanjekar.

Farzand (2019)

This film is based on Kondaji Farzand, a brave warrior of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It depicts how, in 1673, just 60 Maratha soldiers defeated 2,500 soldiers of Bishnu Khan. This film tells the story of courage, strategy, and sacrifice. It was directed by Digpal Lanjekar.

Fatehshikast (2019)

This is a Marathi historical drama. It depicts Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj carrying out a 'surgical strike' against Mughal governor Shaista Khan at the Lal Mahal in Pune. The film depicts Shivaji Maharaj's guerrilla warfare tactics and strategy. Chinmay Mandlekar plays the role of Shivaji Maharaj.

These actors played Shivaji's role.

Sharad Kelkar
Actor Sharad Kelkar played Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the 2020 film "Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior." Kelkar brought Shivaji Maharaj to life on screen with his acting. The film starred Ajay Devgan, Saif Ali Khan, and Kajol in lead roles.

Mahesh Manjrekar
The Marathi film industry and Bollywood actor Mahesh Manjrekar played Shivaji Maharaj on screen. He portrayed Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on screen in the Marathi film "Me Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy" (2009), released in 2009.

Naseeruddin Shah
Naseeruddin Shah, one of Bollywood's most famous actors, played the role of Shivaji Maharaj. He played this character in Shyam Benegal's TV show "Bharat Ki Khoj" in 1988. The role was well-received.

Amol Kolhe
Actor Amol Kolhe has also brought the character of Shivaji Maharaj to life on screen. He played the role of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the popular Marathi TV serial "Raja Shivchhatrapati." This show brought him considerable recognition.

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