Jijabai Shahaji Bhonsale , referred to as Rajmata Jijabai, was the mother of Shivaji, founder of the Maratha Kingdom. She was a daughter of Lakhujirao Jadhav of Sindkhed Raja.
Maharani Tarabai Bhosale (née Mohite) was the regent of the Maratha Empire from 1700 until 1708. She was the queen of Rajaram I, and daughter-in-law of the kingdom's founder Shivaji I. She is acclaimed for her role in keeping alive the resistance against Mughal rule in Konkan, and acting as the regent of the Maratha Empire during the minority of her son, Shivaji II. She defeated Mughal forces of Aurangzeb in several battles and expanded the Maratha Empire.
Saibai Bhonsale was the wife consort of Chattrapati Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire. She was the mother of her husband's successor Chattrapati Sambhaji.
Neena Kulkarni is an Indian actress who is known for her work on Marathi and Hindi films, television and stage productions. She has received several awards including a National Film Award, Maharashtra State Film Awards and three Filmfare Awards Marathi.
Veer Shivaji is an Indian historical drama series that aired on Colors TV from 2 September 2011 to 25 May 2012. The show focuses on the life of Shivaji, the 17th century founder of the Maratha Empire.
Bhargavi Chirmule is a Marathi actress. She has worked in many Marathi movies and television serials. She also worked in the reality show Fu Bai Fu.
Baghtos Kay Mujra Kar is a 2017 Indian Marathi-language political comedy-drama film which is directed by Hemant Dhome. It stars Jitendra Joshi, Aniket Vishwasrao and Akshay Tanksale in lead roles. The film was released on 3 February 2017.
Sarja is a 1987 Indian Marathi-language film, based on a novel Shelar Khind by Marathi writer Babasaheb Purandare. It is directed by Rajdutt and produced by Dattatray Chitra. The film stars Ajinkya Deo, Pooja Pawar (debut), Seema Deo and Nilu Phule. It also features Kuldeep Pawar, Ramesh Deo and Ravindra Mahajani in key roles. Sarja is a story of a young brave man and his wife, who assist Maratha King Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and his forces in capturing a fort from a Mughal Sardar.
Amol Ramsing Kolhe is an Indian actor turned politician who is the current Member of Parliament in the Lok Sabha from Shirur and member of the Nationalist Congress Party.
Swarajyarakshak Sambhaji is an Indian historical drama based on the life of warrior king Sambhaji. The series is directed by Vivek Deshpande and Kartik Rajaram Kendhe and is written by Pratap Gangavane. It is produced and starred by Amol Kolhe in lead role of Sambhaji, Vilas Sawant and Sonali Ghanashyam Rao under the banner of Jagadamb Creations. It premiered from 24 September 2017 by replacing Kahe Diya Pardes and aired on Zee Marathi.
Raja Shivchatrapati is a Marathi historical drama television series based on Shivaji, founder of the Maratha Kingdom. The serial was re-broadcast in April 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Maharani Yesubai Bhonsale was the wife of Chatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, and referred to as Chatrapati Maharani of the Maratha Kingdom. She was Second Officially Coronated Queen of Swarajya.She was also the mother of Chatrapati Shahu I. Later on she became Rajmata / Queen mother in Chatrapati Shahu l's reign.Chatrapati Sambhaji had shared his power with Empress Yesubai. When Sambhaji was away from the Maratha capital due to battles, all the political decisions were made by her. After Jijabai she is Kulmuktyar of Swarajya. Chatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj gave Yesubai ranisaheb her own seal( rajmudra) "Shri Sakhee Radnyee Jayati" so that she can make political decisions independently. She was the main person holding powers to look after Swarajya in absence of Chatrapati.After the execution of Chatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj by Aurangzeb, she announced Yuvraj Rajaram as the next Chhatrapati of Swarajya.She fought Raigad fort for 7-8 months after death of Chatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj but later on she handed over the Fort of Raigad to Mughals with some deals signed by Mughal princess Jeenatunnisa which made sure of security of royal family. The Mughals kept Maharani Yesubai captive to ensure that Chatrapati Shahuraje adhered to the terms of his release.She was held captive for 29 yrs, 17 years in different parts of Maharashtra with her son Shahuraje and another 12 years in the Red fort of Delhi. In the captivity of Mughals she had another Namamudra in Persian language namely " Yesubai Valida-E-Sahu" .Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj and Rajmata Yesubai were in touch with other secretly through letters whose evidence is present in the history. She was released in 1719 when the Marathas became strong under Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj and Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath.
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. 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. The film was released theatrically on 22 April 2022.
Maharashtrachi Hasyajatra is an Indian Marathi-language comedy show which premiered on Sony Marathi on 22 August 2018. It is produced by Sachin Goswami and Sachin Mote under the banner of Wet Cloud Production. It is hosted by Prajakta Mali.
Swarajya Saudamini Tararani is an Indian Marathi language historical TV series which aired on Sony Marathi. It starred Swarda Thigale as Tararani in lead role. It is directed by Kartik Kendhe and produced by Amol Kolhe under the banner of Jagdamb Production. It premiered from 15 November 2021 and ended on 16 July 2022 completing 221 episodes.
Shivpratap Garudjhep is a 2022 Marathi language historical drama film directed by Kartik Kendhe and produced by Jagadamba Creations. It was theatrically released on 5 October 2022 and digitally premiered on 4 November 2022 on TFS Play.
Ravrambha is a 2023 Indian Marathi-language period romance film directed by Anup Jagdale and produced by Shashikant Pawar under the banner of Shashikant Pawar Productions in association with Devi Sateri Productions. The film stars Om Bhutkar, Monalisa Bagal, Ashok Samarth, Shantanu Moghe. It was theatrically released on 26 May 2023.
Shivrayancha Chhava is a 2024 Indian Marathi-language historical drama film written and directed by Digpal Lanjekar and produced by Malhar Picture Company. The sixth installment in Shri Shivraj Ashtak stars Bhushan Patil, Chinmay Mandlekar, Mrinal Kulkarni, Ayesha Madhukar, Sameer Dharmadhikari, and Rahul Dev. The film is revolves around chhatrapati Sambhaji maharaj, the son of chhatrapati Shivaji maharaj and the second Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire, who ruled from 1681 to 1689. The film collected ₹14 crore at the box office and become the sixth highest-grossing Marathi film of the year.
Dharmarakshak Mahaveer Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj: Chapter 1 is a 2024 Indian Marathi-language epic historical war film directed by Tushar Shelar and produced by Shekhar Mohitepatil, Saujanya Nikam, Dharmendra Bora, and Ketanraje Bhosale under Urvita Productions. It features Thakur Anoop Singh in the title role alongside Amruta Khanvilkar, Pradeep Rawat, Sanjay Khapre, Bhargavi Chirmule, Kamlesh Sawant, Kishori Shahane and Raj Zutshi in pivotal roles. Set against the backdrop of 17th century, it narrates the courageous journey of historic warrior, as he defends the Maratha Empire and Hindu faith against the Mughal Empire, showcasing his bravery, tactical genius, and unwavering spirit, solidifying his legacy as a revered protector of his people and culture.
