'Sairat' Fame Akash Thosar To Play The Lead In Bilingual Bal Shivaji —

The makers have launched the first look of Bal Shivaji on the occasion of the 350th anniversary of the coronation of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, revealing the lead actor, Sairat fame Akash Thosar, as Bal Shivaji. See his first look in the motion poster below:

Bal Shivaji promises to be the first Marathi venture to be made on a massive scale and with an expensive budget, promising to add epic value to the film. Bal Shivaji will capture the adolescent years of the courageous Maratha ruler, revealing gripping and compelling details that transpired in his life from the time he turned 12 to the age of 16.

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Director Ravi Jadhav said, "My film will show the invaluable contribution made by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s parents, Jijamata and Shahaji Raje Bhosale, building a strong foundation for him as a child. From a young age, his skills were sharpened as a warrior and a ruler. I worked on the script for nine years and am now all charged up to execute my vision on screen. This is the first time that I will be making a historical film as a director. Sandeep Singh understood the significance of telling the tale of valour. Akash Thosar was our unanimous choice to play the lead in the film. He has the regal look and the personality to play the young king. I am impressed with his enthusiasm and keenness to essay the role."

Producer Sandeep Singh shared, "Everyone knows Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. But little is known about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's formative years - his childhood. When Ravi Jadhavji narrated the story, I was mesmerised. The story is about mother and son and how Shivaji was brought up to be the world's most fearless and brave warrior."