Chhaava (2025) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Chhaava (2025) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Chhaava (2025) is one of the most awaited History, Action, Drama films in Hindi cinema, bringing together a talented cast and crew under the Hindi banner. The film has sparked widespread discussion among Hindi cinema fans for its bold premise, its choice of genre, and the calibre of talent involved in front of and behind the camera. From its story to its theatrical release plans, here is everything Bbbollywood fans need to know about this hotly anticipated production. With director Laxman Utekar at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 14 February 2025 |
| Genre | History, Action, Drama |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 41m |
| Director | Laxman Utekar |
| Producer | Dinesh Vijan |
| Writer | Rishi Virmani |
| Cinematography | Saurabh Goswami |
| Editor | Manish Pradhan |
Story & Plot
Chhaava is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language epic historical action film based on the life of Sambhaji, the second ruler of the Maratha Empire, who is played by Vicky Kaushal. An adaptation of the Marathi novel Chhava by Shivaji Sawant, it is directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films. The cast also includes Akshaye Khanna and Rashmika Mandanna.
Cast & Crew
Chhaava is helmed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan, with Rashmika Mandanna, Akshaye Khanna, Ashutosh Rana, Divya Dutta, Pradeep Ram Singh Rawat, Vineet Kumar Singh leading the film. Rashmika Mandanna headlines the cast alongside a carefully chosen supporting ensemble drawn from Bbbollywood's growing and versatile talent pool. Each cast member brings their unique strengths and experience to the project, creating a dynamic ensemble that promises powerful on-screen performances. The chemistry between the lead actors has been a talking point in promotional discussions, and audiences can expect nuanced, layered portrayals from every member of the cast.
Lead Cast
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rashmika Mandanna | Yesubai Bhonsale |
| Akshaye Khanna | Aurangzeb |
| Ashutosh Rana | Sarlashkar Hambirrao Mohite |
| Divya Dutta | Rajmata Soyarabai Bhosale |
| Pradeep Ram Singh Rawat | Yesaji Kank |
| Vineet Kumar Singh | Chandogamatya Kavi Kalash |
| Neil Bhoopalam | Shehzada Akbar |
| Santosh Juvekar | Rayaji |
| Rajiv Kachroo | Mujtaba |
| Ashish Pathode | Antaji |
| Diana Penty | Shehzadi Zinat-un-Nissa |
| Kiran Karmarkar | Annaji |
| Balaji Manohar | Mhaloji |
| Neelkantee Patekar | Dharau |
| Anil George | Mukkarab Khan |
| Sarang Sathaye | Ganoji |
| Suvrat Joshi | Kanhoji |
| Ankit Anil Sharma | Santaji |
| Shubhankar Ekbote | Dhanaji |
| Siraj Mustafa | Bahahdur Khan |
| Shivraj Walvekar | Bahirji Naik |
| Manoj Kolhatkar | Balaji |
| Danish Pandor | Ikhlaas Khan |
| Rohit Pathak | Kakkad Khan |
| Sukhwinder Singh | Khan Zamaan |
| Lavi Pajni | Shahabuddin Firozjang |
| Trishan Singh | Shehzaada Ajjam |
| Ruffy Khan | Shehzaada Maujjam |
| Vicky Kaushal | Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj |
| Laxman Utekar | Director |
| Dinesh Vijan | Producer |
| Subrata Chakraborty | Production Design |
| Amit Ray | Production Design |
| Rishi Virmani | Writer |
| Laxman Utekar | Writer |
| Kaustubh J. Savarkar | Writer |
| A.r. Rahman | Original Music Composer |
| Saurabh Goswami | Director of Photography |
| Manish Pradhan | Editor |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Laxman Utekar brings a distinct and considered vision to Chhaava, shaping its history, action, drama narrative with a sharp eye for authentic Hindi storytelling. Known for meticulous attention to production detail, the director has assembled a technical crew that reflects the ambition of this project — from the cinematography and production design to the editing and sound design. The visual language of Chhaava is expected to reflect the emotional texture of its story, using lighting, framing, and location choices to build a vivid and immersive world for the audience.
Music & Soundtrack
Music plays a central and irreplaceable role in Hindi cinema, and Chhaava is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its history, action, drama tone and emotional arc. Full album details, song titles, and composer credits will be updated as they are officially released by the production team. Fans can expect a mix of melodious and peppy tracks that reflect the spirit of the film and the cultural heartbeat of India.
Official Trailer
Box Office Collection
| Total Collection | ₹803.17 Cr |
Where to Watch
Chhaava is set for a wide theatrical release across India, covering major cities and districts including Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad. The Cinema Verse strongly encourages Hindi cinema fans to experience this film on the big screen — the theatrical experience, with its immersive visuals, surround sound, and shared audience energy, brings the story of Chhaava to life in a way that no home viewing can replicate. Supporting Hindi films in cinemas also directly helps the Bbbollywood industry grow and produce more high-quality content for audiences everywhere.
Why Watch Chhaava?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Chhaava has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of history, action, drama films in particular have reason to look forward to this one, given the quality of talent assembled and the ambition of the production. Social media has been buzzing with discussions about the film's trailer, posters, and music — all of which point to a major release that could define this season for Bbbollywood. Box office observers are closely watching Chhaava as a potential standout film of the year.
