Raja Shivaji (2026)
DirectorRiteish Deshmukh
StarringRiteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Mahesh Manjrekar
Watch onNetflix
Best for: Viewers who enjoy historical action dramas about Indian kingdom-building and Maratha history.
Where to watch Raja Shivaji online in India
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NetflixAvailability for India, data by JustWatch. Updated 24 October 2026.
Raja Shivaji OTT release date
| Theatrical release (India) | 1 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| OTT / digital release (India) | 26 June 2026 |
| Gap between theatre and OTT | 56 days |
| Streaming now on | Netflix |
Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.
Raja Shivaji story (no spoilers)
Set in a turbulent period of Indian history, Raja Shivaji chronicles the rise of young Shivaji Bhonsale. He challenges the might of established empires to found the Maratha kingdom and lay the groundwork for 'Swarajya' (self-rule). The film is an action-history drama that follows his defiance against powerful forces, with the tone rooted in the struggle for self-rule.
Should you watch Raja Shivaji?
Watch it for
- Riteish Deshmukh directs and stars as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, with Sanjay Dutt as Afzal Khan and Abhishek Bachchan as Sambhaji Shahaji Bhosale.
- The action-history-drama genre brings the founding of the Maratha kingdom and the idea of Swarajya to the screen.
- Ajay and Atul Gogavale compose the music for this 195-minute Marathi film, also spoken in Hindi and Persian.
- The cast includes Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Genelia D'Souza, Vidya Balan and Bhagyashree in key roles.
Skip it if
- The 195-minute runtime demands a long attention span for a historical drama.
- The UA certificate and action-history genre suggest battle violence that may not suit young children.
- If you prefer lighter or contemporary stories, this period drama about empire-building may feel heavy.
Raja Shivaji cast
Riteish Deshmukhas Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Sanjay Duttas Afzal Khan
Abhishek Bachchanas Sambhaji Shahaji Bhosale
Mahesh Manjrekaras Lakhuji Jadhav
Sachin Khedekaras Dadoji Kondadeo
Genelia D'Souzaas Rani Saibai
Vidya Balanas Tajul Mukkhidarat Haji Badi Sahiba
Bhagyashreeas Jijabai
Fardeen Khanas Shah Jahan
Jitendra Joshias Pant Gopinaath Bokil
Amole Gupteas Mohammed Adil Shah
Salman Khanas Jeeva MahalaRaja Shivaji movie details
| Director | Riteish Deshmukh |
|---|---|
| Writer | Riteish Deshmukh |
| Music | Ajay Gogavale, Atul Gogavale |
| Cinematography | Santosh Sivan |
| Producer | Jyoti Deshpande, Genelia D'Souza |
| Release date | 1 May 2026 |
| Runtime | 3h 15m (195 minutes) |
| Original language | Marathi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi, Marathi, Persian |
| Original title | राजा शिवाजी |
| Certificate (India) | UA |
| Budget | $9.0 million (approx.) |
| Worldwide box office | $15.6 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Raja Shivaji family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the UA certificate and action-history genre; the film may include battle sequences. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Raja Shivaji official trailer
Our verdict
Raja Shivaji offers a long, music-driven historical action drama with a strong cast led by director-star Riteish Deshmukh. The 195-minute runtime and UA rating point to a serious tone with battle violence. It is a solid pick for fans of Maratha history and period epics.
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AladinFrequently asked questions
Where can I watch Raja Shivaji online in India?
Raja Shivaji is listed for streaming in India on Netflix with a subscription.
When is Raja Shivaji releasing in theatres?
Raja Shivaji releases in Indian theatres on 2026-05-01.
When will Raja Shivaji release on OTT?
Raja Shivaji is scheduled for OTT release in India on 2026-06-26.
Who is in the cast of Raja Shivaji?
The cast includes Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Sanjay Dutt as Afzal Khan, Abhishek Bachchan as Sambhaji Shahaji Bhosale, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Genelia D'Souza, Vidya Balan and Bhagyashree.
What is the runtime and certificate of Raja Shivaji?
Raja Shivaji runs 195 minutes and has a UA certificate in India.
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