Sher Shivraj is a 2022 Indian Marathi-language historical action drama film directed by Digpal Lanjekar and produced by Chinmay Mandlekar, Digpal Lanjekar, Nitin Keni, Pradyot Pendharkar and Anil Warkhade.[2] The film based on the life of Maratha king, Shivaji I where he defeated Afzal Khan with brilliant tactics and courage stars Chinmay Mandlekar in title role, Mrinal Kulkarni, Ajay Purkar, Mukesh Rishi along with Bipin Surve and Rohan Mankani in supporting roles.[3][4] The film was released theatrically on 22 April 2022.[5]
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Directed by | Digpal Lanjekar |
Written by | Digpal Lanjekar |
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Cinematography | Reshmi Sarkar |
Edited by | Ninad Kaskhedikar Vinay Shinde |
Music by | Devdutta Manisha Baji |
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Distributed by | UFO Cine Media Network |
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Running time | 153 minutes |
Country | India |
Language | Marathi |
Box office | est.₹10 crore (US$1.2 million)[1] |
With the launch of trailer of the film through Metaverse, it became the first Marathi film trailer to be shown through Metaverse technology.[6]
Synopsis
editIt is the story of great Maratha king, Shivaji I where he defeated Afzal Khan with brilliant tactics and courages. It also focuses on psychological techniques Shivaji I exhibited during the mission.[7]
Cast
editSource:[8]
- Chinmay Mandlekar as Shivaji I
- Mrinal Kulkarni as Rajmata Jijabai
- Ravindra Mankani as Shahajiraje
- Mukesh Rishi as Afzal Khan
- Mrunmayee Deshpande as Kesarbai[9]
- Rohan Mankani as Randullah Khan
- Bipin Surve as Baji Sarjerao Jedhe
- Ajay Purkar as Subhedar Tanaji Malusare
- Varsha Usgaonkar as Badi Begum
- Digpal Lanjekar as Bahirji Naik
- Sameer Dharmadhikari as Kanhoji Jedhe
- Dipti Ketkar as Matoshri Dipaiau Bandal
- Isha Keskar as Queen Saibai
- Madhavi Neemkar as Queen Soyarabai
- Nikhil Lanjekar as Narveer Jivaji Mahale
- Sushruta Mankani as Yesaji Kank
- Astad Kale as Vishwas Dighe
- Akshay Waghmare as Pilaji Gole
- Rishi Saxena as Fazal Khan
- Sangram Salvi as Yakut Khan
- Bipin Surve as Sarjerao Jedhe
- Vaibhav Mangle as Gopinath Pant Bokila
- Vikram Gaikwad as Sarnobat Netaji Palkar
- Sachin Bhilare as Aaginya
- Sachin Deshpande as Moropant
- Alka Kubal as Tulja Bhavani (Guest appearance)
- Kunaal Dhumal as Kondaji Kank
Soundtrack
editSher Shivraj | ||||
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Soundtrack album by Devdutta Manisha Baji | ||||
Released | April 2022[10] | |||
Recorded | 2022 | |||
Genre | Feature film soundtrack | |||
Length | 13:05 | |||
Language | Marathi | |||
Label | Zee Music Company | |||
Devdutta Manisha Baji chronology | ||||
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Official audio | ||||
Sher Shivraj - Full Album on YouTube |
Soundtrack of the film is composed by Devdutta Manisha Baji and lyrics are written by Digpal Lanjekar and Santsreshtra Tukaram. In track "He Shaktipeeth Nayike" traditional lyrics have been used.
No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Yelkot Devacha" | Digpal Lanjekar | Adarsh Shinde, Juilee Joglekar | 3:04 |
2. | "Shivba Raja" | Digpal Lanjekar | Avadhoot Gandhi | 4:13 |
3. | "He Shaktipeeth Nayike" | Traditional | Avadhoot Gandhi | 2:47 |
4. | "Amhi Veer Jhunzaar" | Santsreshtra Tukaram Maharaj | Avadhoot Gandhi and Chorus | 3:01 |
Total length: | 13:05 |
Reception
editCritical response
editMihir Bhanage of The Times of India gave 3 stars out of 5, and praised the performances of Chinmay Mandlekar, Mukesh Rishi, Sameer Dharmadhikari, Ajay Purkar, Mrinal Kulkarni, Vaibhav Mangle, Isha Keskar and Digpal Lanjekar. He stated, "these actors take the experience of watching this film a notch higher." He also appreciated the songs and special effects. He wrote, "songs are good, particularly Shivba Raja". Concluding the review he wrote "the film is a decent watch, that deserves to be watched on the big screen for the atmosphere it creates."[11]
Box office
editThe film has grossed over ₹8.36 crore at box office.[12]
Release
editTheatrical
editThe film was released in cinemas on 22 April 2022.
Home media
editThe film was digitally streamed on Amazon Prime Video from 30 May 2022.[13]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "सुभेदार सिनेमाचं टायमिंग चुकलं, आता पर्यंतची कमाई किती? पावनखिंडनं मोडला होता रेकॉर्ड". Maharashtra Times. Retrieved 11 September 2023.
- ^ "Sher Shivraj- कोण साकारतंय अफजल खान?, तुम्हालाही माहीत आहे हा बॉलिवूडचा चेहरा" [Sher Shivraj-Who is Sakartanya Afzal Khan ?, you also know the face of Bollywood]. Maharashtra Times (in Marathi). Retrieved 30 March 2022.
- ^ "Digpal Lanjekar's 'Sher Shivraj Hai' to hit screens on April 29, 2022 - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 30 March 2022.
- ^ "Sher Shivraj, Waghnakh : एकीकडे 'शिवराज अष्टक', तर दुसरीकडे 'शिवप्रताप'! 'शेर शिवराज'ला टक्कर देणार 'वाघनखं'" [Digpal-lanjekar-s-sher-shivraj-and-dr-amol-kolhe-s-waghnakh-clashes-on-same-story-line]. marathi.abp.live (in Marathi). 22 March 2022. Retrieved 22 April 2022.
- ^ Sonali Deshpande (11 April 2022). "Exclusive: Sher Shivraj- समोर आला अफजल खान, बॉलिवूड स्टारची मराठीत एण्ट्री" [Exclusive: Sher Shivraj- Afzal Khan came forward, Bollywood star's entry in Marathi]. Maharashtra Times (in Marathi). Retrieved 11 April 2022.
- ^ "विश्लेषण : 'शेर शिवराज' ठरला मेटाव्हर्सद्वारे लाँच होणारा पहिलाच मराठी चित्रपट, मेटाव्हर्स म्हणजे नेमके काय? जाणून घ्या" [Analysis: 'Sher Shivraj' became the first Marathi film to be launched by Metavers. What exactly is Metavers? Find out]. Loksatta (in Marathi). 21 April 2022. Retrieved 23 April 2022.
- ^ "'जावळीच्या जंगलाचा राजा एकच...!', 'शेर शिवराज'चे जबरदस्त पोस्टर प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीला" [Sher Shivraj New Poster: 'The king of the jungle is the only one ...!', 'Sher Shivraj']. Marathi Abplive (in Marathi). 28 March 2022. Retrieved 30 March 2022.
- ^ "Photos: 'शेर शिवराज' चित्रपटात दिग्गज कलाकारांची फौज; पहिला लूक ते भूमिका जाणून घ्या सर्वकाही" [Photos: An army of veteran actors in the film 'Sher Shivraj'; Learn everything from the first look to the role]. Loksatta (in Marathi). 19 April 2022. Retrieved 23 April 2022.
- ^ "'Sher Shivraj': Character poster of Mrunmayee Deshpande as 'Kesar' unveiled!". The Times of India. 20 April 2022. Retrieved 23 April 2022.
- ^ "Sher Shivraj – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack". Jiosaavn. 30 March 2022.
- ^ "Sher Shivraj Movie Review: An interesting but not entirely effective retelling of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj-Afzalkhan story". Times of India. 22 April 2022. Retrieved 22 April 2022.
- ^ "Sher Shivraj Day 18 Box Office Collection - Hit Or Flop". 10 May 2022. Retrieved 17 June 2023.
- ^ @PrimeVideoIN (30 May 2022). "the story of the mightiest ruler 💫#SherrShivraajOnPrime, watch now!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
Reviews: Sher Shivraj: Swari Afzal Khan Reviews | Movierevision
External links
edit- Sher Shivraj at IMDb