Chhava

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Chhava
Directed by Laxman Utekar
Produced by Dinesh Vijan
Starring
Music by A. R. Rahman [1]
Production
company
Release date
  • 6 December 2024 (2024-12-06)
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi

Chhava is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language epic historical drama film directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan of Maddock Films, with music composed by A. R. Rahman. The film stars an ensemble cast led by Vicky Kaushal as Maratha emperor Sambhaji, son of Shivaji. Rashmika Mandana, Akshaye Khanna, Ashutosh Rana, and Divya Dutta play significant roles. The film is scheduled to release on 6 December 2024.

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Cast

Production

Pre-production for the film begun in April 2023, while principal photography commenced in October 2023. [4] Rashmika Mandana wrapped up her portion in January 2024. [5] Vicky Kaushal resumed filming in Wai on March 9 and continued till April 6. [6] Principal photography wrapped in May 2024. [7] [8]

Earlier, the team had approached Anil Kapoor for the role of Aurangzeb. However, in October 2023, Akshaye Khanna joined the cast as Aurangzeb. [9]

Release

The film is scheduled to be theatrically released on 6 December 2024.

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