Raja Shivaji Box Office Day 14: Riteish Deshmukh Film Crosses Rs 90 Crore, Becomes Second-Highest Marathi Grosser Ever
Raja Shivaji has crossed the Rs 90 crore mark at the box office on its 14th day of release — a milestone that officially makes it the second-highest-grossing Marathi film in history. The Riteish Deshmukh starrer has rewritten the record books for Marathi cinema in a manner few films have managed before.
The film surpassed Baipan Bhari Deva to claim the second spot on the all-time Marathi box office chart. Trade sources indicate the cumulative collection stands north of Rs 90 crore nett, with the film still running in packed theatres across Maharashtra and beyond.
Raja Shivaji Cast, Release and Production Details
Raja Shivaji stars Riteish Deshmukh in the lead role, with the actor taking on the iconic subject of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj for a Marathi-language audience. The film drew massive opening crowds, earning Rs 29.65 crore on Day 2 alone — a record for any Marathi film on a single day. The makers had positioned this as a landmark cultural release for Marathi cinema, and the numbers have backed that ambition entirely.
The production house delivered the film on a scale rarely attempted in Marathi filmmaking. From its very first weekend, the film broke all previous Marathi box office records — a feat that set the tone for what has become a historic theatrical run. For the latest entertainment news, including updates on Marathi and Hindi releases, nowlatest.com has you covered.
Box Office Milestones and What Comes Next
The Rs 90 crore figure places Raja Shivaji firmly in the conversation for the highest-grossing Marathi film ever made. The film is still in its second week — an unusual feat in a market where most regional films see steep drops after the opening weekend. Trade analysts tracking the film suggest it has a strong chance of pushing past further milestones if the audience momentum holds.
Riteish Deshmukh, who has long championed Marathi cinema, now has a bona fide blockbuster to his name in the regional space. The actor's passion project has clearly resonated with audiences across age groups. You can read our detailed movie reviews section for a closer look at what makes the film work so well on screen. More on Raja Shivaji on Marathi cinema's Wikipedia page gives useful context on the industry's growth.
The makers have not yet confirmed an OTT release date, with the theatrical window still very much active. The next major box office update is expected as the film completes its third weekend — a number that could push the total past the Rs 100 crore mark and into uncharted territory for Marathi films.
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