Rishab Shetty’s First Look Poster Revealed
Actor Rishab Shetty’s first look poster from the upcoming historical drama The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj has been unveiled. The poster, featuring Rishab as the legendary Maratha warrior, has gone viral on social media. The reveal comes on the occasion of the 395th birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Director Sandeep Singh Shares the Poster
Sandeep Singh, the director and producer of the film, shared the poster on his X handle. Along with the grand poster, he wrote:
“Jai Bhavani! Jai Shivaji! Har Har Mahadev!! On the 395th birth anniversary of the greatest warrior king, #ThePrideOfBharat #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj, we proudly present the first look, showcasing the strength and devotion of the legendary king who changed the destiny of the entire continent. It’s an honor to bring his story of bravery, honor, and Swarajya to life with an exceptional team. Conquering cinemas worldwide on January 21, 2027!” Also: Jr NTR’s much-anticipated Bollywood debut is encountering obstacles, with a potential delay now on the horizon.
Rishab Shetty’s Powerful Poster Look
The poster shows Rishab Shetty standing in front of a large goddess sculpture, exuding power, devotion, and bravery. The film is set to release in multiple languages, including Kannada, Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, and Bengali. The movie will hit theaters on January 21, 2027. Recently, it was also announced that Pritam Chakraborty will compose the music, and Prasoon Joshi will write the lyrics.
Rishab Shetty Reflects on His Role as Shivaji Maharaj
Rishab Shetty spoke about his feelings regarding playing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. He shared:
“On the sacred birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, I feel deeply honored and responsible. He wasn’t just a warrior; he was the soul of Swarajya—an icon of courage, wisdom, and devotion. Playing his character on screen is a divine calling. It humbles me beyond words. I hope to honor his legacy and make every Indian feel the power of his courage.”