The cast of The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, directed and produced by Sandeep Singh and starring Rishab Shetty in the title role, continues to grow with the addition of acclaimed actress Bhumi Satish Pednekar. She will portray Belawadi Mallamma, the fearless warrior queen remembered for her courage, resilience, and unwavering spirit.
The historical epic is bringing together an impressive ensemble of celebrated actors and internationally recognized technicians to recreate the inspiring life of one of India’s greatest rulers.
👑 Bhumi Satish Pednekar as Belawadi Mallamma
Bhumi Satish Pednekar will play Belawadi Mallamma, the legendary warrior queen from Karnataka, whose bravery and leadership have earned her a respected place in history.
Speaking about joining the project, Bhumi expressed her excitement about being part of what is envisioned as one of India’s biggest cinematic portrayals of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. She described portraying Belawadi Mallamma as both an honor and a unique opportunity to bring a remarkable historical figure to life on screen.
She also shared that she is a huge admirer of Rishab Shetty, praising his acclaimed performance in Kantara. According to Bhumi, she immediately accepted the project when Sandeep Singh approached her, adding that the role is unlike anything she has portrayed before.
🎭 Star Cast
| 🎬 Actor | 🎭 Role |
|---|---|
| 👑 Rishab Shetty | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj |
| 👸 Bhumi Satish Pednekar | Belawadi Mallamma |
| ⭐ Arjun Rampal | Supporting Role |
| ⭐ Vivek Oberoi | Supporting Role |
More prominent actors are expected to join the cast as production progresses.
🎥 About the Film
Directed and produced by Sandeep Singh, The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is being mounted on a grand scale and aims to become one of the largest cinematic adaptations ever made on the life of the legendary Maratha king.
The film is planned as a two-part historical epic, blending large-scale storytelling with cutting-edge filmmaking techniques.
🎼 Technical Crew
| 🎬 Department | 👤 Details |
|---|---|
| ✍️ Writer | Rishi Virmani |
| 🎼 Music | Amit Trivedi |
| ✒️ Lyrics | Prasoon Joshi (National Award-winning lyricist) |
| 🎬 Director | Sandeep Singh |
| 🎥 Producer | Sandeep Singh |
🎬 Production Update
Extensive pre-production work is already underway, with filming scheduled to begin later this year. The makers are assembling a world-class team of artists and technicians to recreate the grandeur of the Maratha Empire and bring this historic vision to audiences on an unprecedented scale.
🌟 Highlights
| 📌 | Details |
|---|---|
| 👑 Rishab Shetty plays Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj | |
| 👸 Bhumi Satish Pednekar joins as Belawadi Mallamma | |
| 🎭 Arjun Rampal and Vivek Oberoi are part of the ensemble | |
| 🎬 Directed and produced by Sandeep Singh | |
| 🎼 Music composed by Amit Trivedi | |
| ✍️ Written by Rishi Virmani | |
| 🎥 Planned as a two-part historical epic | |
| 🎞️ Filming expected to begin later this year |
📺 The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj OTT Status
| 📌 Status | Details |
|---|---|
| 🎬 Production Status | Under Production |
| 📺 OTT Platform | Not Announced |
| 🔖 OTT Rights | Unsold |
| 📅 OTT Release | Will be updated after the theatrical release or official announcement |
Note: The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is currently under production, and the makers have not announced an OTT partner. As of now, the digital streaming rights remain unsold. This section will be updated once the producers officially confirm the streaming platform and release details.
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