Chhaava: Rajkummar Rao reviews Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna starrer; calls it 'brilliant'
On February 17, Rajkummar Rao shared his review of Vicky Kaushal and Laxman Utekar's historical film, Chhaava.
Updated : February 17, 2025 05:29 PM ISTOn February 17, Rajkummar Rao shared his review of Vicky Kaushal and Laxman Utekar's historical film, Chhaava.

Chhaava
Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, and the entire team of Chhaava are currently on cloud nine! The film has taken a flying start at the box office and it has been winning the hearts of the audience. Helmed by Laxman Utekar, the film is based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, which is essayed by Vicky. With his sheer dedication and flawless performance, Vicky Kaushal has impressed the audience. Amid receiving love from the audience, Rajkummar Rao shared his review and praised the entire team. Read on...
Rajkummar Rao gushes over Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava
On February 17, Rajkummar Rao took to his Instagram story and hailed Chhaava. He praised Vicky as well as hailed Laxman Utekar's direction. His review read, "#Chhaava is brilliant. @VickyKaushal09 you deserve all this love bhai and much more @LaxmanUtekar Sir take a bow. Amazing performances." He went on to tag Rashmika, Akshaye Khanna, Ashutosh Rana, Diana Penty, AR Rahman and Dinesh Vijan.
Vicky reposted the story and wrote, "Thank you so much bhai!" followed by red heart and folded hand emojis. Have a look:
Recently, Vicky thanked his fans and the audience for pouring immense love on him and his film. He wrote a heartwarming note on Instagram. His post read, "Aapke pyaar ne #Chhaava ko sachmuch Zinda kar diya!!! All your messages, calls… all the videos you all are sharing of your experience of watching CHHAAVA… I’m seeing it all… taking it all in. Thank you for all your love… Grateful to each and every one of you for celebrating the glory of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj."
The film is about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the second Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire who ruled from 1681 to 1689. In the film, Rashmika played the role of Maharani Yesubai, Akshaye Khanna impressed as Aurangzeb while Ashutosh Rana and Diana Penty played Hambirrao Mohite and Aurangzeb's daughter, Zinat-un-Nissa Begum, respectively.
Vicky's film has been enjoying an unstoppable run at the box office. As of now, the film stands at a total collection of Rs. 116.5 crore.