Chhaava is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language historical action film based on the life of Maratha king Sambhaji, played by Vicky Kaushal. It is an adaptation of the Marathi novel Chhava by Shivaji Sawant.
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Chhaava/Chava Review: Vicky Kaushal’s Thriller

Explore the cast, plot, release date, and reviews of "Chhaava," a Hindi thriller starring Vicky Kaushal.

Lokesh Umak

Written By Lokesh Umak

Chhaava/Chava: Vicky Kaushal Shines in a Tale of Shadows and Secrets. Read the X/Twitter reviews to find if it is a worth watch?

When I Imagine a world where shadows dance with secrets, where a man’s past intertwines with a haunting mystery, and where the line between reality and illusion blurs. Today is the captivating release of “Chhaava,” directed by Laxman Utekar. The Hindi-language thriller that hit Indian theaters on February 14th, 2025. Starring one of the leading Bollywood star Vicky Kaushal in a compelling new avatar, the film promises a gripping narrative, atmospheric visuals, and a performance that will leave you spellbound.

Chhaava: Unraveling the Enigma

chhaava movie review trailer characters vicky as a Sambhaji in aggressive mode that takes your breath away killing hundreds of aurangzeb solders.

“Chhaava” marks Vicky Kaushal’s return to the thriller genre, after his war and action movie in 2023. Thus, the latest one was Bad Newz, comedy film directed by Anand Tiwari. Though they did not do much business, however, as an actor it is showcasing his versatility as an actor. The movie Chhava is based on the real life of Sambhaji Maharaj, son of Shivaji Maharaj. It is true that Sambhaji was as adventurous as Lion king. He was strong enough to mold iron in any shape, more stronger, sharp minded than even his father. The movie budget already crossed 130 crore INR. and already making buzz around the Indian cinema lovers. Today on Valentine Day, you have two options to watch this movie or My Fault London, perfect for romance lovers. Now, we have to see the riot between Akshaye Khanna, and what and where Rashmika Mandanna‘s performance stands out in the movie.

Chhava Trailer

Vicky Kaushal leads the cast, portraying a man entangled in a web of shadows and secrets. Rashmika Mandanna stars opposite him, adding another layer of intrigue to the narrative. Before the release of Chhaava, Kaushal had visited Maha Kumbh to get blessings for his film.

While this is a great time to know the history of Mughals and Maratha through this movie, the teaser and promotional materials suggest how the actors along with crew took the efforts to build such war action based on the history. The film explores themes of how he contributed to save the Maratha empire fighting for justice of Marathi and Hindu people.

When the Chhaava/Chava is available to watch in Theatres/ Release Date?

The movie “Chhaava” is released theatrically on February 14th, 2025.

Early reviews of “Chhaava” have been largely positive, with critics praising Vicky Kaushal‘s performance and the film’s atmospheric visuals. However, some reviewers find the plot predictable as the last Marathi movie, Shivrayancha Chhava [2024] due to which slowing down the curiosity. The film currently holds an IMDb rating of 7.2/10.

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“Chhaava” is a captivating thriller that delves into the depths of human psychology and the mysteries of the supernatural. With Vicky Kaushal’s compelling performance and Anees Bazmee’s directorial finesse, the film promises an intriguing cinematic experience. As the characters navigate a world of shadows and secrets, one question remains: will they unravel the truth and find redemption, or will they be consumed by the darkness that surrounds them?

Step into the shadows with Vicky Kaushal’s “Chhaava”! And for the best movie and show recommendations, don’t forget to check out Hindi Binge.

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