Raja Shivaji: Riteish Deshmukh Confirms Salman Khan's Cameo - Fans React To Bhaijaan Reuniting With Abhishek Bachchan

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Deshmukh's highly ambitious project Raja Shivaji has been creating a lot of noise ever since its trailer launched earlier this week. The historical drama includes a remarkable ensemble starcast of Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Bhagyashree, Fardeen Khan, Jitendra Joshi, and Amole Gupte, along with Genelia Deshmukh. The film, written and directed by Riteish, is based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire. While the trailer gave a curious glimpse of the movie, it was later revealed that even Salman Khan stars in the project. The news has already left his fanbase excited.

Riteish Deshmukh confirms Salman Khan's cameo

Ritesh Deshmukh had recently announced, that Salman will make a special appearance in Raja Shivaji. The actor-turned-director, who's also currently hosting Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6, personally dropped the surprise during the recent finale episode. He casually mentioned Salman's presence in the movie, setting the internet abuzz. Calling it a significant role, Riteish said, "Salman Khan is playing a major role in Raja Shivaji."

What is Salman Khan playing in Raja Shivaji?

This was enough to spark curiosity about the scale and casting of Riteish's dream project. While specific details about Salman's character remain officially undisclosed, reports claim he will portray Jeeva Mahala, one of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's most trusted warriors. And the fact that Riteish called his role pivotal to the story is what makes it exciting.Raja Shivaji is based on the life of the legendary Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It has already become one of the most anticipated historical dramas of Bollywood in recent times. And given Salman Khan's involvement, fans are already speculating about his role of the historical figure who had a mentor-like presence in Shivaji's life.

Fans react to Salman, Abhishek Bachchan reuniting

Users couldn't hold their excitement on social media. Many posted reactions on X (formerly Twitter), specifically about Salman and Abhishek Bachchan sharing screen space after decades. Their last film together was Phir Milenge (2004). A post read, "Salman Khan and Abhishek Bachchan are reunites after 22 years! In Ritesh Deshmukh's Marathi Movie Raja Shivaji Abhishek and Salman Kha playing important roles!" Another fan said, "After 22 years, legends reunite , Salman Khan & Abhishek Bachchan set to share the screen again in Raja Shivaji ..." A netizen wrote, "Salman Khan is Playing Major Role in RAJA SHIVAJI. Ritesh Deshmukh. We are Really Waiting For This One ..... Ritesh Bhau , Khup Khup Shubhechha."Raja Shivaji stars Abhishek Bachchan in the role of Sambhaji Shahaji Bhosale. The movie is slated for a theatrical release on May 1.