Vicky Kaushal can't say people came to see him in Chhaava, says Mahesh Manjrekar: ‘His previous five films did not work’

Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava Was A Hit Because Of The Character, Not Him, Says Mahesh Manjrekar: 'His Previous Five Films Didn't Work'

Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava crosses ₹800 crore globally. Mahesh Manjrekar says the film’s success is due to Sambhaji Maharaj’s legacy and Maharashtra’s pride, not just Vicky's stardom.

Vicky Kaushal can't say people came to see him in Chhaava, says Mahesh Manjrekar: ‘His previous five films did not work’

Vicky Kaushal essayed the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in Chhaava, which released in theatres in February and went on to become a blockbuster.

Vicky Kaushal can't claim the audience came to see him in Chhaava, says Mahesh Manjrekar: 'My Maharashtra has saved...'

Vicky Kaushal-led historical-action film Chhaava released in February 2025 and proved to be an All-Time Blockbuster. Chhaava had a lifetime business of over Rs 550 crore, which made it stand among the highest grossers in Bollywood. With such a gigantic film success, Vicky is now considered one of the most bankable stars of Bollywood. But actor-filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar believes the credit goes to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, whose character wa…