Raja Shivaji Box Office Collections: Ritesh Deshmukh starrer holds strongly on Monday, Gross Rs. 47 Cr in 4 days – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Pexels)
Ritesh Deshmukh’s latest starrer, Raja Shivaji, demonstrated impressive resilience on its first Monday after a holiday opening. The film collected approximately Rs. 6.50 crore gross, marking a drop of just over 50 percent from its Friday debut. This performance brought the four-day gross to Rs. 46.75 crore, signaling strong audience interest in the Marathi historical drama and its Hindi version.
Weekend Surge Sets the Stage
The film launched with significant momentum over the opening weekend. Friday’s holiday boost delivered Rs. 13.25 crore gross, followed by a steady Rs. 12.25 crore on Saturday and a slight uptick to Rs. 14.75 crore on Sunday. Such stability after the initial rush indicated broad appeal, particularly in core markets.
Monday’s results confirmed this trajectory. The nett collections stood at Rs. 5.50 crore, with the hold proving stronger than typical post-holiday dips. Producers and analysts noted the film’s ability to maintain viewer turnout despite everyday competition.
| Day | Gross (Rs. Cr) |
|---|---|
| Friday | 13.25 |
| Saturday | 12.25 |
| Sunday | 14.75 |
| Monday | 6.50 |
| Total | 46.75 |
Regional Breakdown Highlights Maharashtra Strength
Maharashtra led the charge, where the Monday drop fell below 50 percent. This regional dominance accounted for much of the film’s success, with the Marathi version grossing Rs. 31.75 crore over four days. The Hindi dub added Rs. 15 crore, performing well not only in Maharashtra but also in nearby states.
The split underscored the story’s local resonance. Historical epics centered on Maratha figures have historically drawn packed houses in the state. Raja Shivaji followed this pattern, blending cultural pride with wide accessibility through its bilingual release.
Projections Point to Historic Milestone
With the first week on track for Rs. 60 crore or more – potentially reaching Rs. 65 crore – the film positioned itself for a Rs. 100 crore lifetime total. That mark would crown it the highest-grossing Marathi production to date. Steady weekday holds could accelerate this path.
Precedents like Tanhaji and Chhaava offered encouragement. Those Hindi films on similar themes posted exceptional legs in Maharashtra, sustaining runs well into later weeks. Marathi blockbusters have mirrored such endurance, suggesting Raja Shivaji could extend its run significantly.
- Four-day gross: Rs. 46.75 crore (Rs. 38.50 crore nett)
- Marathi share: Rs. 31.75 crore
- Hindi share: Rs. 15 crore
- First-week target: Rs. 60-65 crore
The film’s early numbers reflected a rare blend of festive launch energy and organic word-of-mouth. As second-week data emerges, it will clarify whether Raja Shivaji sustains this pace to redefine Marathi cinema’s commercial ceiling.
