Riteish Deshmukh received an overwhelming welcome during his visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk in Latur, further to the release of his latest, Raja Shivaji where thousands gathered to catch a glimpse of him in a moment that reflected pure emotion, pride and connection.
It was soon turned into a powerful homecoming atmosphere, with nearly 700 bikers accompanying the actor through the city as massive crowds lined the streets, cheering and celebrating his arrival.
More than the scale of the gathering, what stood out was the emotion behind it. There was no formal event or staged spectacle — just people showing up out of genuine love for someone they consider one of their own. Rooted deeply in Maharashtra’s soil, Riteish’s bond with the people was visible in every interaction, every chant and every moment shared at the Chowk.
Meanwhile, Raja Shivaji registered a historical opening at the box office on its release day itself. The film opened on a thunderous note by collecting Rs.12.40 crore, and it continues its box office rampage on the second day by scoring an impressive Rs. 11.50 crore, taking its two-day total to Rs. 23.90 crore nett. With rave reviews from the critics across Marathi and Hindi languages, and unanimous audience appreciation, this cinematic tribute to the legendary warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is set to scale even greater heights.
Presented by Jio Studios, Raja Shivaji, a Mumbai Film Company production, is produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Genelia Deshmukh. Raja Shivaji, a historical epic based on the life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has been released in cinemas worldwide on 1st May 2026 in Marathi and Hindi, bringing to life an epic that celebrates India’s history with scale, soul, and spectacle.
