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Chhaava’s writer breaks silence after AR Rahman calls Vicky Kaushal-starrer ‘divisive’: ‘I have not seen this kind of…’ | Bollywood News

Chhaava’s writer breaks silence after AR Rahman calls Vicky Kaushal-starrer ‘divisive’: ‘I have not seen this kind of…’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readKochiFeb 22, 2026 06:53 PM IST Over a month after Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman expressed that the criticism director Laxman Utekar’s Chhaava received for being allegedly “divisive” had weight and that he also felt the same, the epic historical actioner’s writer, Rishi Virmani, has stepped forward to react to these allegations. Claiming that it is almost impossible to alter a person’s or a group’s mindset with just a movie, he stated that he hadn’t seen a film receive such levels of adulation in a long time. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO Maintaining that audiences have a mind of their own, Virmani noted that there have been quite a few instances where the masses contradicted filmmakers’ theories, offering a movie a verdict that was the polar opposite of those predictions. “It is hard to believe that an entire mindset can be changed in just a couple of hours of screen time,” he noted during a conversation with Zoom. He added, “I have not seen this kind of attachment of the audience towards a film in …

When Chhaava director Laxman Utekar said there was no one better than AR Rahman for film’s score: ‘Wanted wide approach’

When Chhaava director Laxman Utekar said there was no one better than AR Rahman for film’s score: ‘Wanted wide approach’

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Celebrated music composer AR Rahman sparked controversy when he called Chhaava, the 2025 blockbuster, a divisive film in a recent interview. The composer also touched upon a communal divide in the film industry in this interview, sparking both serious backlash and support for him. Now, an old interview with director Laxman Utekar has resurfaced, where he said Rahman was the perfect choice for Chhaava’s score. AR Rahman recently faced backlash about his statements on Chhaava. Laxman Utekar on AR Rahman In May, Laxman Utekar spoke to Mamaraazi about Chhaava and his career. Chhaava was based on the life of Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj (played by Vicky Kaushal). Rahman scored the film’s music. When asked about bringing in non-Marathi people like Rahman, Vicky, female lead Rashmika, and lyricist Irshad Kamil for the biopic of a Maratha king, Laxman explained, “I did not want them to catch the flavour of Marathas; otherwise, I would have made this film in Marathi. I wanted to make the film in Hindi so that the world knows about it. I …

AR Rahman sparks controversy with comments on Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, says it cashed in on ‘divisiveness’

AR Rahman sparks controversy with comments on Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, says it cashed in on ‘divisiveness’

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Chhaava was one of the biggest box office successes of 2025. The epic historical drama starring Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna was a biopic about Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. AR Rahman composed the songs for the film, which became hits upon release. A year later, the music composer has shared his thoughts on the Laxman Utekar directorial, admitting that the film was ‘divisive’ and capitalised on that sentiment. (Also read: Vicky Kaushal decodes Dhurandhar, Chhaava’s box office success: ‘Calling patriotism formula is an insult to the emotion’) AR Rahman has admitted that Vicky Kaushal-starrer Chhaava was a ‘divisive’ film. What AR Rahman said on Chhaava “It is a divisive film. I think it cashed in on divisiveness, but I think the core of it is to show bravery. I had asked the director. ‘Why did he need me for this film? But he said that we need only you for this. It is an enjoyable film, but definitely people are smarter than that. Do you think people are going to get influenced by movies? …

Vicky Kaushal Rejects The Idea Of Calling ‘Desh Prem A Formula For Films’ | Bollywood News

Vicky Kaushal Rejects The Idea Of Calling ‘Desh Prem A Formula For Films’ | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:December 20, 2025, 12:45 IST Vicky Kaushal was honoured for his role in Chhaava. The film also featured Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna. Vicky Kaushal was in Delhi for the award show. (Photo Credit: X) Vicky Kaushal is on cloud nine. The actor recently welcomed his first child, a baby boy, with actress-wife Katrina Kaif. Now, he has received a special honour for his performance as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji, in Chhaava. The actor, at the award show, also shared his two cents on the rise of patriotic films in Bollywood. Vicky, speaking at NDTV awards, said,“ Desh Prem kabhi formula nahi ho sakta. I think desh prem ko formula kehna desh prem ki insult hai. Desh prem humari sacchai hai aur woh sacchai hum entertainment, filmon, literature ke zariye hum humesha dikhate rahenge. World map par hum kisi bhi zariye se ye dikha sake and we can put a foot in the door and say we are proud of the diversity of our country, our legacy and the truth …

Vicky Kaushal can’t say people came to see him in Chhaava, says Mahesh Manjrekar: ‘His previous five films did not work’ | Bollywood

Vicky Kaushal can’t say people came to see him in Chhaava, says Mahesh Manjrekar: ‘His previous five films did not work’ | Bollywood

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Apr 27, 2025 04:26 PM IST Vicky Kaushal essayed the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in Chhaava, which released in theatres in February and went on to become a blockbuster. Vicky Kaushal starred in the Laxman Utekar-directed Chhaava, which was based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. The historical action drama went on to become a huge box office success, collecting ₹800 crore globally. In a new interview with Mirchi Marathi, Mahesh Manjrekar commented on the huge success of the film and how Maharashtra contributed to it. He said that the film worked because of the historical character, not the actor. (Also read: ₹600 cr in India: Check out list of top 10″>Chhaava becomes 2nd Bollywood film ever to collect ₹600 cr in India: Check out list of top 10) Mahesh Manjrekar has commented on the box office success of Chhaava, What Mahesh said about Chhaava Talking about the film, Mahesh said in Marathi, “Vicky Kaushal is a very fine actor. His film Chhaava collected ₹800 crore. But Vicky Kaushal can never say that …

Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava hits big in North America, surpasses million Box Office mark

Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava hits big in North America, surpasses $6 million Box Office mark

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Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava continues to dominate overseas market by smashing past the $6 million mark in North America. Going by the recent achievement, it is showing no signs of slowing down. Vicky Kaushal-starrer historical drama managed to rake in $6.4 million from 572 locations. With this, it has emerged as the top Indian grosser of 2025. While the US contributes $40,50,137, Canada managed to bring in CAD$23,63,271. Also Read – THIS Bollywood star once lived in a chawl, faced poverty, got rejected, married a superstar, net worth Rs 41 crore Chhaava – which has run in theatres for over 50 days now – is on the track to enter the coveted Rs 600 crore club. Directed by Laxman Utekar, According to Sacnilk, the film has earned Rs 599 crore net in India. It has also been successful in defeating Jawan’s collection Rs 582.31 crore. Also Read – Mohanlal-Prithviraj’s L2 Empuraan creates history becoming 2025’s biggest opening for an Indian film with Rs 165 crore, outtakes Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava has boken several record …

Chhaava Box Office Collection Day 31: Vicky Kaushal’s Film Smashing It Like A Boss, Earns Rs 560 Crore

Chhaava Box Office Collection Day 31: Vicky Kaushal’s Film Smashing It Like A Boss, Earns Rs 560 Crore

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Last Updated:March 17, 2025, 10:32 IST Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, directed by Laxman Utekar, is the highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025, earning Rs 560.67 crore in India and Rs 750.50 crore globally. Chhaava Box Office Collection Day 31. Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava is a marathon runner that simply refuses to stop! Even on Day 31, this historical action drama is still flexing its muscles at the box office. After a roaring start, Chhaava holds its ground despite fresh releases. Fans are still queuing up to watch Vicky bring the legendary Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj to life with all the swag and intensity you’d expect. With Chhaava still going full throttle, the film has raked in a massive Rs 560.67 crore India net, according to early estimates by Sacnilk. And guess what? It’s all set to smash past the Rs 600 crore mark by the end of the day. As of Sunday, March 16 (Day 31), Chhaava had already pocketed a solid Rs 6.02 crore. Sure, Chhaava’s numbers may have dipped a bit compared to its earlier days, but …

Vicky Kaushal shares BTS clip of shooting intense climax sequence of Chhaava, fans praise his dedication | Bollywood

Vicky Kaushal shares BTS clip of shooting intense climax sequence of Chhaava, fans praise his dedication | Bollywood

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Mar 12, 2025 10:13 PM IST Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava released in theatres last month, and has already crosses ₹500 crore at the box office in India. Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, and Akshaye Khanna starrer Chhaava is in its fourth week in theatres and still going strong. The historical drama film has received a massive response from fans, with many hailing the intense performance of Vicky Kaushal as the Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. In his latest Instagram post, Vicky shared the BTS clip from the shoot of the climax sequence, which was shot over several days and required the contribution of several people. (Also read: Vicky Kaushal remembers Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj’s undying spirit on his death anniversary: ‘I bow to the warrior’) Vicky Kaushal plays Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in Chhaava. Vicky shares BTS clip from Chhaava In the BTS reel from the shoot of the climax sequence, Vicky detailed all the hard work and preparation that went into creating the scenes. The actor shared that the sequence starts with Shivaji Maharaj fighting against …

Vicky Kaushal remembers Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj’s undying spirit on his death anniversary: ‘I bow to the warrior’ | Bollywood

Vicky Kaushal remembers Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj’s undying spirit on his death anniversary: ‘I bow to the warrior’ | Bollywood

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Mar 11, 2025 08:01 PM IST Vicky Kaushal posted on Instagram to remember Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj on his death anniversary. He recently played him in Chhaava. Chhaava star Vicky Kaushal on Tuesday marked the death anniversary of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, describing the Maratha warrior as someone “who stood tall in the face of unimaginable torture”. (Also Read: Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif share an adorable moment with an elderly couple at friend’s wedding reception) Vicky Kaushal plays Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in Chhaava. Vicky Kaushal on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj’s death anniversary Vicky essayed the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in Chhaava, which was released last month. Directed by Laxman Utekar, the period drama has emerged as this year’s highest-grossing Hindi film, earning over ₹700 crore at the global box office. The 36-year-old actor shared a still of him as the Maratha warrior from the film on his Instagram. In his post, he wrote: “11th March 1689- Sacrifice day of Shambhu Raje. Today, on the Punyatithi of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, I bow to the warrior who chose …

Maha CM Fadnavis says Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava corrects ‘historical injustice’ done to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj | Bollywood

Maha CM Fadnavis says Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava corrects ‘historical injustice’ done to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj | Bollywood

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Actor Vicky Kaushal‘s period drama Chhaava is making waves across India, and the film received much love and appreciation from BJP leaders in Mumbai. (Also read: PM Narendra Modi praises Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava: ‘In dino Chhaava ki dhoom machi hui hai’) Chhaava stars Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Special screening of Chhaava for Maharashtra leaders Maharashtra Minister Aditi Sunil Tatkare organised a special screening for MLAs and MLCs. “Chhaava movie was released a few days ago and we felt that all our MLAs and council members should definitely watch this movie. So we organized a special screening of this during the session and the star cast and their production, distributors also supported it a lot,” Maharashtra Minister Aditi Sunil Tatkare told ANI. Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava stars Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and Akshaye Khanna as Emperor Aurangzeb. It also stars Rashmika Mandanna and Divya Dutta. Expressing her gratitude to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, she added, “I am thankful to our state’s CM Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CMs Ajit Pawar, Eknath …