Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 26: Actor Vicky Kaushal’s period drama Chhaava has been making waves across India, and following its success in the Hindi-speaking regions, the film is now set to release in Telugu.
The production company, Maddock, made the announcement on their Instagram account on Wednesday. The post featured a new poster showcasing Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, along with a caption that read: “The epic tale of India’s courageous son, #Chhaava, is now all set to roar in Telugu by popular demand. Witness the biggest spectacle #Chhaava in Telugu from March 7th. #ChhaavaTelugu Grand Release by #GeethaArtsDistributions.”
Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava has performed phenomenally at the box office since its release on February 14. According to trade analyst Taran Adarsh, the film crossed the Rs 200 crore mark on Thursday, bolstered by strong earnings during the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti holiday on Wednesday. Adarsh tweeted, “200 NOT OUT: CHHAAVA IS SENSATIONAL… RECORD-HOLDING IN MAHARASHTRA… Chhaava makes a grand entry into the Rs 200 crore club, aided by the #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharajJayanti holiday boost on Wednesday [Day 6].”
The film, which also stars Akshaye Khanna, depicts the compelling story of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Chhaava has seen its strongest performance in Maharashtra, with Rajasthan and West Bengal also experiencing increased footfall during the week.