'Chhaava' to be screened in Parliament today: PM Modi, ministers, and MPs likely to watch Vicky Kaushal-starrer movie

Parliament will hold a special screening of the Hindi film Chhaava, which depicts the life of Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, at the Balayogi Auditorium in the Parliament library building on Thursday, according to a report in News 18. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, union ministers, and Members of Parliament are expected to attend.

Cast and Crew to be Present at the Event

The entire cast and crew of Chhaava, including actor Vicky Kaushal, who plays the role of Sambhaji Maharaj, are set to be present at the screening. This follows a month after the Prime Minister acknowledged the film for portraying the courage and struggles of Sambhaji Maharaj against Aurangzeb.

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PM Modi's Remarks on 'Chhaava'

“It is Maharashtra and Mumbai that have elevated both Marathi and Hindi cinema. These days, Chhaava is creating a buzz across the country (In dino to Chhaava ki dhoom machi hui hai). The portrayal of Sambhaji Maharaj’s courage in this way has been inspired by Shivaji Sawant’s Marathi novel,” PM Modi said on February 21 during his address at the Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in New Delhi.

Box Office Performance of 'Chhaava'

Released on February 14, 2025, Chhaava has been well received for its historical accuracy and emotional storytelling. The film continues to perform strongly at the box office in its sixth week. According to Sacnilk, the film saw a 31% increase in collections on Sunday, earning Rs 4.8 crore. This brought its total domestic earnings to Rs 583.35 crore, with an 18.85% Hindi occupancy that day. Globally, the film has earned Rs 780 crore, including Rs 90.50 crore from overseas markets.

Controversy Surrounding the Film

The screening comes amid reports linking Chhaava to recent violence in Nagpur. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis commented that the film has "ignited people's anger against Aurangzeb," suggesting a possible connection between the film’s storyline and the unrest. However, netizens and fans have defended the movie, rejecting claims that it was responsible for the violence.