Vicky Kaushal’s epic film *Chhaava*, directed by Laxman Utekar, set new records with a ₹31 crore first day haul in India. The film recounts the life of Maratha king Sambhaji Maharaj and features stars like Rashmika Mandanna. On Valentine's Day, it outperformed previous records, firmly establishing itself as 2025’s major box office success.
Feb, 14 2025
In 'Chhaava', Vicky Kaushal mesmerizes as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, while Akshaye Khanna delivers a chilling portrayal of Aurangzeb. The film captivates with cultural clashes and emotional depth, though struggles with pacing and character development. Critics point out its historical inaccuracies and excessive violence, but performances shine through, sparking mixed audience reactions.
Film critic Taran Adarsh praised Vicky Kaushal's exceptional performance in the historical drama *Chhaava* directed by Laxman Utekar. Adarsh awarded the film 4.5 stars, highlighting Kaushal's intense portrayal of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, along with Rashmika Mandanna's nuanced role and Akshaye Khanna's compelling transformation as Aurangzeb. While acknowledging its epic storytelling, some viewers noted pacing and background score issues.
Feb, 9 2025
At Siddharth Chopra and Neelam Upadhyaya’s Mumbai wedding, Nita Ambani shared a touching moment with Nick Jonas. The event was highlighted by Nick's performance of 'Maan Meri Jaan (Afterlife)' with his father. Bollywood stars, including Priyanka Chopra, who danced energetically, and Shloka Mehta, joined the celebrations. The event quickly turned into a viral sensation.
The film *Deva*, directed by Rosshan Andrrews, features Shahid Kapoor in the lead role of a rebellious cop. Released in January 2025, this Hindi action thriller attempts to tackle corruption and betrayal but falls short in delivering an impactful narrative. Despite a promising start and strong lead performance, it succumbs to predictability in its plot, leaving audiences with an underwhelming climax reminiscent of the 2013 film *Mumbai Police*.
