Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna's much-awaited film Chhaava was officially released on Valentine's Day and has been receiving widespread praise from both audiences and critics alike. The film, which has generated significant excitement, showcases the strong performances of its lead actors, capturing the hearts of viewers with its compelling story and emotional depth.
As word-of-mouth continues to spread, Chhaava is quickly becoming a fan favorite, with many lauding its captivating visuals, impactful dialogues, and the chemistry between the lead pair.
But Fans often express their admiration in intense ways, and their reactions to Chhaava have been no different. Many have praised the film’s portrayal of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the brave Maratha ruler, especially highlighting how it tells his story beginning with his coronation in 1681. The depiction of his valor and leadership has resonated deeply with audiences, with some expressing their appreciation through passionate reactions.
Alongside Vicky Kaushal, the movie also stars Akshaye Khanna and Rashmika Mandanna.
Vicky Kaushal get Rajinikanth-type treatment
MILK POURED ON LARGE CHHAAVA POSTERS
Viral videos have captured fans pouring milk over large Chhaava posters and performing aarti. Vicky Kaushal shared a video on his Instagram where fans can be seen pouring milk on the poster while chanting, “Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj ki Jai.”
AARTI PERFORMED BY FANS ON CHHAAVA POSTERS
In another video from a theater in Hyderabad, fans are seen performing aarti to the poster, breaking a coconut, and chanting "Har Har Mahadev."
For those unfamiliar, this kind of reverence is typically reserved for major southern film icons like Rajinikanth, Thalapathy Vijay, and Ajith Kumar. However, it seems Vicky has now officially joined this prestigious club.
Vicky Kaushal Posts Heartwarming Video of a Child in Tears after Watching Chhaava
Vicky shared an emotional video of a child watching Chhaava. In the clip, the child is seen crying uncontrollably after watching the film, showcasing the deep emotional impact it had. Along with the video, the actor wrote in the caption, "Hamari sabse badi kamaai! Proud of you beta… wish I could give you a hug. Thank you everyone for your love and emotions. We wished for Shambhu Raaje’s story to reach every household in the world… and to see that happening is our greatest victory."
Fan Rides Horse to Theater to Watch Chhaava, Shouts 'Jai Bhavani'
A dedicated fan made a dramatic entrance at a theater in Nagpur, arriving on horseback to watch Chhaava. A video of his grand arrival has gone viral online. The fan, dressed as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, entered the theater to the sound of dhol beats, drawing the attention of surprised moviegoers. As he dismounted from the horse, the audience captured the moment on camera, adding to the excitement surrounding his unique tribute.
In another viral video, the fan is seen riding the horse as the movie credits roll in the background. The clip quickly gained traction online, sparking a range of reactions from social media users, with some finding it amusing while others expressed mixed opinions about the unusual display.
How did they manage to bring a horse inside lmaooo pic.twitter.com/5rs3ExEKgB ban youtube (@doug_1399) February 17, 2025
Drunk Fan Damages Movie Screen
According to reports, the incident occurred on Sunday night at RK Cinemas during the 11:45 pm show. A man named Jayesh Vasava reportedly climbed onto the podium, used a fire extinguisher to tear the movie screen, causing a significant rip before the theater staff intervened and stopped him.
Along with fans, several prominent personalities, including Swara Bhaskar and Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, also shared their reactions to the film's success.
According to ANI, speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Fadnavis highlighted that the distortion of history on open-source platforms like Wikipedia would not be tolerated, especially amid the ongoing controversy. The film Chhaava, which centers on the life of Sambhaji Maharaj, the son of the revered Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has sparked debates regarding the portrayal of history on Wikipedia.
He mentioned, "I have asked the Inspector General of Maharashtra's cyber cell to communicate with Wikipedia officials and ask them to remove the objectionable content regarding Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. We will not tolerate such distortions of historical facts on open-source platforms," Fadnavis said. He further mentioned that he had directed officials to take appropriate measures to resolve the issue.
On the other hand, many notable people like Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar, RajKummar Rao, Ayushmann Khurranna have also praised the film.
Ayushmann Khurrana took to his Instagram stories to congratulate the lead actors and filmmakers on the film's impressive box office collections. He wrote, "It roared like a lion."
He dropped a poster of the film in his stories and wrote, “Chhaava has been watched And it roared like a lion! Congratulations #DineshVijan @vickykaushal09 @rashmika_mandanna @laxman.utekar #akshayekhanna."
Karan Johar also praised the film, congratulating the makers for delivering a true 'Blockbuster.'
"#chaava!!!! Badhai ho on the BLOCKBUSTER success of a solid film with an unstoppable and emotionally visceral and relentless last act," he mentioned.
Actor RajKummar Rao, who was last seen in the blockbuster Stree 2, also took a moment to praise the makers of Chhaava.
Sharing a poster on his stories, he wrote, “#Chhaava is brilliant. @vickykaushal09 you deserve all the love bhai and much more @laxman.utekar sir take a bow. Amazing performances. #DineshVijan more power to you."
Alia Bhatt took to her Instagram Story and re-shared a post of Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava. Sharing the post, she wrote, "Vicky Kaushal! What are you???? Cannot get over your performance in Chaava! @vickykaushal09."
Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava features a talented cast including Akshaye Khanna, Rashmika Mandanna, and Vicky Kaushal. The film is produced by Dinesh Vijan under the Maddock Films banner, with music composed by the Oscar-winning AR Rahman. Since its release, the movie has been making waves at the Box Office, already grossing over 160 crores. Its compelling storytelling, powerful performances, and stunning music have contributed to its massive success.
With both critical acclaim and strong audience reactions, Chhaava is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about films of the year, further cementing its place as a major hit.
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