Marathi cinema has found its biggest blockbuster yet. Raja Shivaji, headlined by Riteish Deshmukh and featuring Salman Khan in a special cameo, has carved its name into history by becoming the first Marathi film to cross the ₹100 crore mark at the India nett box office.

The historical epic has emerged as a game-changer for the regional film industry, proving that Marathi cinema can command massive theatrical numbers on a national scale.

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Box Office Storm Continues Into Fourth Week

As per figures shared by the makers, the film has earned ₹101.40 crore nett in India within 24 days of release. Produced under the banners of Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company, the film has shown remarkable consistency even in its fourth weekend — something rarely witnessed in regional cinema.

Directed by Deshmukh himself, Raja Shivaji had already shattered multiple records soon after release. From registering the biggest opening day and opening weekend to delivering the highest single-day collection in Marathi cinema, the film has continued to raise the bar with every passing week.

Week-by-Week Collections Tell the Story

The film began its dream run with an impressive ₹57.70 crore nett in the first week itself. Its second-week earnings added another ₹27 crore, comfortably pushing the total beyond ₹80 crore. Though collections naturally slowed in the third week, audience interest remained intact.

The film collected ₹8.40 crore over the weekend during that phase, showing extraordinary hold at the box office. The weekdays that followed also stayed steady. Day 18 brought in ₹1.25 crore, followed by ₹1.45 crore on Tuesday and ₹1.20 crore on Wednesday. Thursday contributed ₹95 lakh, while Friday added ₹70 lakh. The fourth weekend once again boosted the numbers, with Saturday recording ₹1.35 crore and Sunday ending at ₹1.40 crore.

Emotional Connect Driving Repeat Audiences

Trade analysts believe the film’s success lies in its appeal across both metropolitan cities and smaller centres. The strong word-of-mouth and emotional resonance among viewers have helped sustain repeat footfalls long after the initial release buzz faded.

Based on the life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the film taps into deep cultural pride and historical admiration in Maharashtra. That emotional connection appears to have translated directly into its phenomenal theatrical performance.

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A Defining Chapter for Marathi Cinema

With the ₹100 crore milestone now achieved, Raja Shivaji has delivered what many consider a watershed moment for Marathi cinema. The film has not only rewritten box office history but has also expanded the possibilities for regional storytelling on a grand commercial scale.