Ram Gopal Varma has teamed up with Bollywood star Riteish Deshmukh for a new film based on the life of the Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji. The announcement, made by Varma on social media, has quickly gone viral and created a wave of excitement among fans.
In this ambitious project, Riteish Deshmukh will not only play the role of Shivaji but also take on the responsibility of producing the film. Sharing a photo with Deshmukh, Varma declared, “I am with Raja Shivaji… I can’t wait to be part of Riteish Deshmukh’s next directorial on Chhatrapati Shivaji. Whatever I’ve heard about it, this will be India’s greatest historical film.”
Varma, who earned fame in Tollywood before moving to Bollywood, is well known for his experimental, content-driven cinema. By collaborating with Deshmukh, he adds yet another major chapter to his career as a filmmaker and producer.
Riteish Deshmukh, son of former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh, has built a strong reputation not only as an actor but also as a director, producer, and television host. Ranked third in The Times of India’s list of Maharashtra’s most desirable men in 2018, Deshmukh has entertained audiences with popular films like Masti and Dhamaal. Now, with Raja Shivaji, he is stepping into the historical genre on a grand scale.
The film is expected to hit screens next year, and anticipation is already running high. Alongside Raja Shivaji, Deshmukh is also part of upcoming projects like Masti 4 and Dhamaal 4. His new role, however, has drawn special attention as it connects deeply with Maharashtra’s cultural pride.
With Varma’s bold vision and Deshmukh’s passion, fans believe that Raja Shivaji has the potential to become a landmark film in Indian cinema.