Rishab Shetty’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Epic ‘The Pride of Bharat’ Lands T-Series as Two-Part Saga

T-Series has officially joined Sandeep Singh’s historical epic “The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj,” starring “Kantara” breakout Rishab Shetty as the legendary Maratha king. The project, now planned as a two-part saga, begins filming in early 2027, with Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar producing under the T-Series Films banner. Shetty, who also serves as a producer, is set to bring his intense screen presence to one of India’s most revered historical figures. The announcement marks a major escalation for the ambitious biopic, which aims to bring the story of Shivaji Maharaj to a global audience. For T-Series, the partnership reinforces its push into large-scale, culturally significant cinema, while for Shetty, it cements his transition from regional star to pan-Indian leading man. With a two-part structure, the filmmakers signal confidence in the depth of the story and the appetite for grand historical narratives. The early 2027 start date gives the production ample time for pre-production and visual development, suggesting a film of considerable scale and ambition. As audiences await further casting and creative details, “The Pride of Bharat” is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated Indian films of the decade.