Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava sees over 60% of advance bookings from Maharashtra (original) (raw)

Vicky Kaushal’s much-anticipated historical epic Chhaava has taken a solid start at the advance booking counters from Saturday evening , with Maharashtra emerging as the film’s strongest market. The film, which revolves around the life of

Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj

, has seen a staggering 60% of its total collection.

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As per the latest data, Chhaava has grossed approximately Rs 2.48 crore in advance bookings across India, with block seats pushing the total to Rs 3.59 crore. Maharashtra leads the charge with an impressive Rs 1.68 crore in advance bookings, rising to Rs 2.22 crore when factoring in block seats. The strong response in Maharashtra was expected, given that the film tells the story of one of the region’s most revered historical figures.

The state has recorded a 13% real occupancy rate across 1,568 shows, with 77 shows nearing full capacity and 152 shows filling fast. This overwhelming response showcases the deep emotional connection the audience has with the legacy of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.
While Maharashtra has contributed the lion’s share of the bookings, other states have shown comparatively modest responses.Karnataka (Rs 10.49 lakh; 8% occupancy) and Telangana (Rs 13.95 lakh; 14% occupancy) have registered relatively strong numbers among non-Maharashtrian states.Northern states like Delhi (Rs 9.68lakh), Gujarat (Rs 9.96 lakh), and Rajasthan (₹7.6 lakh) are witnessing steady yet lower demand.Southern markets like Tamil Nadu (Rs 2.25 lakh) and Kerala (Rs 37K) are showing limited traction, as expected for a historical drama centered around a Maratha warrior.

Vicky Kaushal steps into the shoes of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, a valiant warrior-king known for his resistance against the Mughal Empire. The actor, who previously impressed audiences with his performance in

Sam Bahadur

, is set to deliver another power-packed portrayal of a historical legend. The film also features Rashmika Mandanna as Yesubai.
Adding further weight to the film is Akshaye Khanna, who plays the formidable Aurangzeb, the Mughal emperor against whom Sambhaji Maharaj fought to protect the Maratha Empire. Their on-screen clash is expected to be a highlight of the film.Post Chhaava Vicky is all set to be seen with Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War.