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Chhaava Character Guide: From Vicky Kaushal to Akshaye Khanna, who plays what in historical action film

Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna's historial action film, Chhaava, will be released in cinemas on February 14.

Chhaava Character Guide: From Vicky Kaushal to Akshaye Khanna, who plays what in historical action film

Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, and Akshaye Khanna in Chhaava

Last Updated: 06.33 PM, Jan 31, 2025

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Gear up for one of the most-awaited films of 2025, Chhaava, as it is releasing in theaters on February 14. Directed by Laxman Utekar, the historical action film is based on the life of Maratha king Sambhaji. The trailer of the film gives a glimpse of the world of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj (played by Vicky Kaushal). As a Maratha ruler, Sambhaji displayed raw intensity, bravery, wisdom, and strength while fighting against the Mughals. The film also stars Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna in key roles. As the release date is near, let's give an overview of the characters of the film.

Chhaava cast details

Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj

Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj
Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj

Vicky Kaushal will portray the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. The Maratha leader also known as Shambhuraje, was the second Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire, ruling from 1681 to 1689. He was the eldest son of Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire. In the trailer, Vicky as Maharaj looks iconic and exudes passion and determination.

Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai

Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai
Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai

Rashmika Mandanna will be seen playing the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj's wife, Maharani Yesubai. For the unversed, Yesubai was the Second Officially Coronated Queen of Swarajya and later became Rajmata / Queen mother in Chatrapati Shahu l's reign. Rashmika's portrayal of Maharani Yesubai looks promising in the trailer. 

Akshaye Khanna as Aurangzeb

Akshaye Khanna as Aurangzeb
Akshaye Khanna as Aurangzeb

Apart from Vicky and Rashmika, Akshaye Khanna's role as Aurangzeb aka Muhi al-Din Muhammad grabbed attention. The actor looks unrecognizable in Aurangzeb's avatar. Aurangzeb was the sixth Mughal emperor, reigning from 1658 until he died in 1707. Aurangzeb and the Mughals belonged to a branch of the Timurid dynasty. It will be interesting to see how Akshaye portrays the strong character. 

Ashutosh Rana as Hambirrao Mohite

Ashutosh Rana
Ashutosh Rana

Ashutosh Rana will be seen in the role of Hambirrao Mohite. He was a significant Maratha general who held the esteemed position of the 5th Senapati of the Maratha Army during the reign of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

Diana Penty as Zinat-un-Nissa Begum

Diana Penty as Zinat-un-Nissa Begum
Diana Penty as Zinat-un-Nissa Begum

Diana Penty will be seen as Aurangzeb's daughter, Zinat-un-Nissa Begum. She was a Mughal princess and the second daughter of Emperor Aurangzeb and his chief consort, Dilras Banu Begum. Her father had conferred upon her the title of Padshah Begum.

Apart from them, the cast also features Divya Dutta as Soyarabai Bhosale, Vineet Kumar, Santosh Juvekar, Neil Bhoopaam, and Pradeep Rawat.

Meanwhile, AR Rahman has composed the music for the film. Bankrolled by Maddock Films, Chhaava will hit theaters on February 14. 

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