Mumbai (Maharashtra), March 9: Actor Vicky Kaushal’s historical drama Chhaava has crossed the remarkable Rs 500 crore mark at the Indian box office, according to estimates. The Laxman Utekar directorial, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, achieved this milestone in just 23 days, making it the first film of 2025 to do so.
Expressing his gratitude to the audience for the overwhelming success, Vicky Kaushal took to social media, saying, “Thank you for your immense love.”
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed the achievement, sharing detailed box office figures on social media. He wrote, “500 NOT OUT… #Chhaava joins the elite Rs500 cr Club [on Day 22], standing tall among some of the biggest blockbusters in recent times.”
He also noted the success of the film’s Telugu version, which was released three weeks after its Hindi debut, further contributing to the film’s nationwide appeal.
With this milestone, Chhaava has now become Vicky Kaushal’s highest-grossing film, surpassing his previous blockbusters such as Uri: The Surgical Strike, Raazi, Sam Bahadur, and Zara Hatke Zara Bachke.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also acknowledged the film’s success during the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in New Delhi. He praised Chhaava, stating, “Aur in dino toh, Chhaava ki dhoom machi hui hai.” He further credited Marathi author Shivaji Sawant’s novel Chhava for bringing the legacy of Sambhaji Maharaj into the spotlight.
Responding to the honor, Vicky Kaushal shared PM Modi’s remarks on Instagram, writing, “Honoured beyond words! Grateful to Hon. PM Narendra Modi Ji. #Chhaava.”
Co-star Rashmika Mandanna also expressed her gratitude, posting, “Thank you @narendramodi sir. It’s truly an honour.”
Chhaava features Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, Akshaye Khanna as Emperor Aurangzeb, and Rashmika Mandanna as Yesubai.