Raja Shivaji Week 2: ₹55.85Cr — Marathi Cinema’s Historic Run Continues

Raja Shivaji crossed ₹55.85Cr India Net on Day 8. The Riteish Deshmukh-directed Marathi-Hindi bilingual continues its record-breaking run in Week 2.

This is not a flash in the pan. This is Marathi cinema stepping into the big leagues on its own terms.

The Marathi version drove the bulk of the opening and continues to lead occupancy. Hindi dub adds urban muscle, but the cultural connect and Ajay-Atul music are powering repeat business even after the Maharashtra Day holiday. The hold in Week 2 has been impressive despite competition from Dhurandhar: The Revenge still ruling screens.

At a ₹100Cr budget this was always an ambitious bet for a primarily regional film. The early numbers suggest the gamble is paying off handsomely and could rewrite expectations for future Maratha-era projects.