Chandrakant Mandare To Mahesh Manjerekar, the Marathi actor who played Shivaji Maharaj on screen

Actor Riteish Deshmukh will essay the role of Shivaji Maharaj in his upcoming directorial venture “Raja Shivaji”. The bilingual film, which will be shot in Marathi and Hindi, marks Deshmukh’s return to the director’s chair after a successful debut with “Ved”. Given Shivaji Maharaj’s lofty place in Marathi history, portraying his character on screen has been a recurring theme in Marathi films and television. Let’s delve into some famous examples where Marathi actors brought iconic rulers to life on screen.

Chandrakan Mandare

Chandrakant Mandare played the eponymous character in the 1952 film Chhatrapati Shivaji directed by Bhalji Pendharkar. His performance left an indelible mark in the black-and-white film, which also stars Gajanan Jagirdhar, Lalita Pawar and Parshwanath in pivotal roles Role. Mandal’s portrayal of Chhatrapati Shivaji earned him acclaim and remains one of the most memorable performances in Marathi cinema.

Dr. Amor Kolch

Dr. Amol Kolhe plays the role of Chhatrapati Shivaji in the super hit Marathi TV series “Raja Shivcchatrapati” directed by Hemant Devdhar ·Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj has mesmerized the audience and the show was originally released in 2008. The historical drama’s depiction of Shivaji Maharaj resonated strongly with viewers and was re-aired in April 2020 amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Kolhe further embodied this character in serials like Veer Shivaji and Swarajya Janani Jijamata.

Sharad Kelkar

Sharad Kelkar gave a riveting performance as Shivaji Maharaj in the blockbuster film Tanhaji. Directed by Om Raut and starring Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan and Kajol, Kelkar’s performance won rave reviews from the audience and critics alike. The film was a success of over Rs 350 crore, highlighting Kelkar’s profound portrayal of the legendary ruler.

Mahesh Manjrekar

Mahesh Manjerekar plays Shivaji Maharaj in the Marathi film Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy directed by Santosh Ramdas Manjrekar. Released in 2009 and starring Sachin Khedkar and Manjerekar, the film delves into the enduring legacy of Shivaji Maharaj and his association with Contemporary relevance.

As Riteish Deshmukh succeeds Shivaji Maharaj in the service of Raja Shivaji, he joins a lineage of actors who have paid tribute to the legacy of the iconic ruler through their on-screen performances. Every performance by these actors contributes to the preservation and promotion of Shivaji Maharaj’s rich history and legacy in Marathi culture.