Following the success of Bad Newz, Vicky Kaushal is poised to make his return to the big screen as the iconic Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in director Laxman Utekar’s upcoming film Chhaava. Rashmika Mandanna will portray Yesubai Bhonsale in this highly anticipated project. The makers released the movie’s teaser on Monday, showcasing Vicky in a fierce battlefield avatar, battling enemies with intensity.
The teaser opens with a dramatic battle taking place along a riverbank, highlighting Vicky Kaushal’s commanding presence as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. His voiceover echoes, “We call Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj a lion, and we call Chhaava the lion’s child.” As the visuals unfold, Vicky is seen riding a horse clad in battle armor, bravely combating a horde of adversaries. The teaser also reveals Akshaye Khanna in a striking transformation as Aurangzeb, making him nearly unrecognizable. It concludes with Vicky’s character seated regally on a throne.
Earlier on the same day, the first look of the film was unveiled, featuring Vicky dressed in white attire, surrounded by foes, hinting at the challenges his character will face.
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In a recent interview, Vicky Kaushal praised his co-star Rashmika Mandanna, sharing, “Rashmika is the only person who can make hearts in 56 ways. She’s a sweetheart and brings so much positivity to the set. This is our first collaboration in Chhaava, and she’s genuinely a beautiful person at heart.”
Produced by Dinesh Vijan of Stree 2 fame under the Maddock Films banner, Chhaava features music composed by Oscar-winning artist A.R. Rahman. In addition to Vicky Kaushal, Akshaye Khanna, and Rashmika Mandanna, the film boasts a talented cast including Ashutosh Rana, Divya Dutta, and Suniel Shetty. Chhaava is set to hit theaters on December 6. Stay tuned to know more about it and others only with us.
