Sher Shivraj

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Sher Shivraj
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Theatrical release poster
Directed by Digpal Lanjekar
Written by Digpal Lanjekar
Produced by
  • Nitin Keni
  • Chinmay Mandlekar
  • Digpal LanjekarPradyot Pendharkar
  • Anil Warkhade
  • Naveen Chandra
Starring
CinematographyReshmi Sarkar
Edited byNinad Kaskhedikar
Vinay Shinde
Music byDevdutta Manisha Baji
Production
companies
  • Mumbai Movie Studios Pvt. Ltd.
  • Raajwarasa Productions
  • Mulakshar Productions
Distributed by UFO Cine Media Network
Release date
  • 22 April 2022 (2022-04-22)
Running time
153 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageMarathi
Box officeest.₹10 crore (US$1.2 million) [1]

Sher Shivraj is a 2022 Indian Marathi-language historical action drama film directed by Digpal Lanjekar and produced by Chinmay Mandlekar, Digpal Lanjekar, Nitin Keni, Pradyot Pendharkar and Anil Warkhade. [2] The film based on the life of Maratha king, Shivaji I where he defeated Afzal Khan with brilliant tactics and courage stars Chinmay Mandlekar in title role, Mrinal Kulkarni, Ajay Purkar, Mukesh Rishi along with Bipin Surve and Rohan Mankani in supporting roles. [3] [4] The film was released theatrically on 22 April 2022. [5]

Contents

With the launch of trailer of the film through Metaverse, it became the first Marathi film trailer to be shown through Metaverse technology. [6]

Synopsis

It is the story of great Maratha king, Shivaji I where he defeated Afzal Khan with brilliant tactics and courages. It also focuses on psychological techniques Shivaji I exhibited during the mission. [7]

Cast

Source: [8]

Soundtrack

Sher Shivraj
Soundtrack album by
Devdutta Manisha Baji
ReleasedApril 2022 [10]
Recorded2022
Genre Feature film soundtrack
Length13:05
LanguageMarathi
Label Zee Music Company
Devdutta Manisha Baji chronology
Pawankhind
(2022)		Sher Shivraj
(2022)		 Subhedar
(2023)
Official audio
Sher Shivraj - Full Album on YouTube

Soundtrack of the film is composed by Devdutta Manisha Baji and lyrics are written by Digpal Lanjekar and Santsreshtra Tukaram. In track "He Shaktipeeth Nayike" traditional lyrics have been used.

Track listing
No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Yelkot Devacha"Digpal Lanjekar Adarsh Shinde, Juilee Joglekar3:04
2."Shivba Raja"Digpal LanjekarAvadhoot Gandhi4:13
3."He Shaktipeeth Nayike"TraditionalAvadhoot Gandhi2:47
4."Amhi Veer Jhunzaar"Santsreshtra Tukaram MaharajAvadhoot Gandhi and Chorus3:01
Total length:13:05

Reception

Critical response

Mihir Bhanage of The Times of India gave 3 stars out of 5, and praised the performances of Chinmay Mandlekar, Mukesh Rishi, Sameer Dharmadhikari, Ajay Purkar, Mrinal Kulkarni, Vaibhav Mangle, Isha Keskar and Digpal Lanjekar. He stated, "these actors take the experience of watching this film a notch higher." He also appreciated the songs and special effects. He wrote, "songs are good, particularly Shivba Raja". Concluding the review he wrote "the film is a decent watch, that deserves to be watched on the big screen for the atmosphere it creates." [11]

Box office

The film has grossed over ₹8.36 crore at box office. [12]

Release

Theatrical

The film was released in cinemas on 22 April 2022.

Home media

The film was digitally streamed on Amazon Prime Video from 30 May 2022. [13]

See also

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References

  1. ↑ "सुभेदार सिनेमाचं टायमिंग चुकलं, आता पर्यंतची कमाई किती? पावनखिंडनं मोडला होता रेकॉर्ड". Maharashtra Times. Retrieved 11 September 2023.
  2. ↑ "Sher Shivraj- कोण साकारतंय अफजल खान?, तुम्हालाही माहीत आहे हा बॉलिवूडचा चेहरा" [Sher Shivraj-Who is Sakartanya Afzal Khan ?, you also know the face of Bollywood]. Maharashtra Times (in Marathi). Retrieved 30 March 2022.
  3. ↑ "Digpal Lanjekar's 'Sher Shivraj Hai' to hit screens on April 29, 2022 - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 30 March 2022.
  4. ↑ "Sher Shivraj, Waghnakh : एकीकडे 'शिवराज अष्टक', तर दुसरीकडे 'शिवप्रताप'! 'शेर शिवराज'ला टक्कर देणार 'वाघनखं'" [Digpal-lanjekar-s-sher-shivraj-and-dr-amol-kolhe-s-waghnakh-clashes-on-same-story-line]. marathi.abp.live (in Marathi). 22 March 2022. Retrieved 22 April 2022.
  5. ↑ Sonali Deshpande (11 April 2022). "Exclusive: Sher Shivraj- समोर आला अफजल खान, बॉलिवूड स्टारची मराठीत एण्ट्री" [Exclusive: Sher Shivraj- Afzal Khan came forward, Bollywood star's entry in Marathi]. Maharashtra Times (in Marathi). Retrieved 11 April 2022.
  6. ↑ "विश्लेषण : 'शेर शिवराज' ठरला मेटाव्हर्सद्वारे लाँच होणारा पहिलाच मराठी चित्रपट, मेटाव्हर्स म्हणजे नेमके काय? जाणून घ्या" [Analysis: 'Sher Shivraj' became the first Marathi film to be launched by Metavers. What exactly is Metavers? Find out]. Loksatta (in Marathi). 21 April 2022. Retrieved 23 April 2022.
  7. ↑ "'जावळीच्या जंगलाचा राजा एकच...!', 'शेर शिवराज'चे जबरदस्त पोस्टर प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीला" [Sher Shivraj New Poster: 'The king of the jungle is the only one ...!', 'Sher Shivraj']. Marathi Abplive (in Marathi). 28 March 2022. Retrieved 30 March 2022.
  8. ↑ "Photos: 'शेर शिवराज' चित्रपटात दिग्गज कलाकारांची फौज; पहिला लूक ते भूमिका जाणून घ्या सर्वकाही" [Photos: An army of veteran actors in the film 'Sher Shivraj'; Learn everything from the first look to the role]. Loksatta (in Marathi). 19 April 2022. Retrieved 23 April 2022.
  9. ↑ "'Sher Shivraj': Character poster of Mrunmayee Deshpande as 'Kesar' unveiled!". The Times of India. 20 April 2022. Retrieved 23 April 2022.
  10. ↑ "Sher Shivraj – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack". Jiosaavn. 30 March 2022.
  11. ↑ "Sher Shivraj Movie Review: An interesting but not entirely effective retelling of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj-Afzalkhan story". Times of India. 22 April 2022. Retrieved 22 April 2022.
  12. ↑ "Sher Shivraj Day 18 Box Office Collection - Hit Or Flop". 10 May 2022. Retrieved 17 June 2023.
  13. ↑ @PrimeVideoIN (30 May 2022). "the story of the mightiest ruler 💫#SherrShivraajOnPrime, watch now!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
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