Vicky Kaushal’s latest historical drama, Chhaava, has made a powerful impact at the box office on its opening day. The film, which brings the story of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj to life, recorded impressive numbers with ₹13.81 crore on Day 1, as per early estimates by Sacnilk.
Chhaava Box Office Performance and Occupancy on Day 1
The film witnessed strong footfalls across theaters, with an overall Hindi occupancy of 32.51% on February 14, 2025. The morning shows had a 30.51% occupancy, while the numbers picked up in the evening, reaching 34.50%.
With these figures, Chhaava has achieved the highest morning show footfalls of 2025, surpassing Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force and Himesh Reshammiya’s Badass Ravi Kumar. Sky Force recorded a 10.29% morning occupancy, while Badass Ravi Kumar stood at 13.09%, making Chhaava the biggest historical drama opener of the year so far.
Vicky Kaushal's Powerful Performance and Audience Response
The film has been widely appreciated for its grand storytelling, impactful performances, and breathtaking action sequences. Vicky Kaushal, who plays the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, expressed his gratitude at a promotional event, saying:
"I feel fortunate to portray Chhatrapati Maharaj on screen. I am thankful to Laxman Utekar and Dinesh Vijay Sir for trusting me with this role. Our effort is to make sure that every household, especially children, learns about our great history and legacy."
Fans have been praising Kaushal’s performance, calling it one of his career-best roles. An X (formerly Twitter) user reviewed the film, stating:
"#Chhaava beautifully blends history, emotions, patriotism, and action. #VickyKaushal delivers a stellar performance, cementing his position as one of the finest actors of his generation. #LaxmanUtekar triumphs as a storyteller."
Why Audiences Are Loving Chhaava
Directed by Laxman Utekar, the film also features Akshaye Khanna, Ashutosh Rana, and Divya Dutta in key roles. The story revolves around Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s son, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, highlighting his victories and contributions to history.
Audiences have been captivated by the spectacular portrayal of historical events, larger-than-life action sequences, and high production quality. Many viewers have also praised the authentic representation of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj's journey, making the film a celebration of India’s rich history and valor.
Chhaava Set for a Strong Box Office Run
With a fantastic start at the box office and overwhelmingly positive word-of-mouth, Chhaava is expected to see a strong weekend collection. The film’s emotional depth, historical significance, and engaging action sequences are drawing audiences in large numbers, making it a must-watch for history and cinema lovers alike.
Stay tuned for more updates on Chhaava's box office performance in the coming days!