Movie Details:
Country | India |
Language | Marathi, Hindi |
Genres | Action, Drama, Historical |
Release date | 25 October 2022 |
Running time | 2hr 42min |
Certificate | U/A |
Starring | Subodh Bhave Sharad Kelkar Amruta Khanvilkar Nishigandha Wad Narrated by Raj Thackeray |
Directed by | Abhijeet Deshpande |
Written by | Abhijeet Deshpande |
Produced by | Zee Studios Sunil Phadtare |
Cinematography by | Tribhuvan Babu Sadineni |
Edited by | Kshitija Khandagale |
Music by | Hitesh Modak |
Production Company | Zee Studios Shree Ganesh Marketing And Films |
Distributor | Zee Studios |
Cast & Characters:
- Subodh Bhave as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj alias the Maratha kingdom’s founder and a Hindu warrior king who was known for his courage and the strategies to defeat Adilshahi and the Mughals in many of his battles.
- Sharad Kelkar as Baji Prabhu Deshpande, the commander of Shivaji who anointed his own blood on the land of Swarajya.
- Amruta Khanvilkar as Sonabai Deshpande, the homemaker who takes care of the house and passionately supports the warrior, wife of Baji Prabhu Deshpande.
- Nishigandha Wad as Rajmata Jijaun alias Jijabai Bhonsle, the mother of Shivaji, a very powerful woman who laid the foundation of Swarajya.
- Sayali Sanjeev as Sai Bhonsale, Shivaji’s strongest motivation, even though her health wasn’t great.
- Hardeek Joshi as Abaji Vishwanath, the clever, courageous, loyal companion who supported Shivaji till the end in the battle of Swarajya.
- Nitish Chavan as Dhanaji Mhaskar, one of his many loyal, courageous, and trustworthy Mavlas, who obeyed Shivaji’s order.
- Milind Shinde as Siddi Johar, the cruel, intriguing traitor of Adil Shah the one who took the urge to kill Shivaji.
- Kishor Kadam as Tawji, the most talented and skilled blacksmith who produced weapons for Mavalas fighting Bandal Sena and Swarajya.
- Ashok Shinde as Fulaji Prabhu Deshpande, the Brave companion of Shivaji and elder brother of Baji Prabhu Deshpande.
- Sharad Ponkshe as Deshmukh
- Mohan Joshi as Dhondiba
- Swapnil Rajshekhar
- Atharva Bedekar
- Milind Shinde as Siddhi Johar
- Rohan Ekke
- Surendra Thakur
- Shrikant Yadav
- Sachin Shinde
- Snigdha Akolkar
- Sonali Patil
- Rajas Sule as Sada
Storyline:
The film is about the inspirational story of a real battle in which only 300 soldiers, led by Baji Prabhu Deshpande, the commander of Shivaji fought against 12,000 Bijapuri soldiers in the Battle of Pavan Khind.
About Movie:
Har Har Mahadev is a Marathi epic historical action drama film written and directed by Abhijeet Deshpande. Produced by Zee Studios and Sunil Phadtare under the banner of Shree Ganesh Marketing And Films, the film features Subodh Bhave as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Sharad Kelkar as Baji Prabhu Deshpande, alongside a supporting cast that includes Amruta Khanvilkar, Nishigandha Wad, Sayali Sanjeev, and others.
Upon its release, Har Har Mahadev received positive reviews from both critics and audiences. It was praised for its direction, performances (particularly those of Kelkar and Bhave), writing, cinematography, visual effects, and emotional depth. The film became a commercial success, grossing approximately ₹25 crore (US$3.1 million) worldwide, making it the fourth highest-grossing film of the year.
Har Har Mahadev stands out for its portrayal of an important chapter in Maratha history and has contributed to the growing interest in historical narratives within Marathi cinema. The film’s success reflects the audience’s appreciation for stories that celebrate regional heroes and their contributions to Indian history.
Overall, Har Har Mahadev is recognized for its engaging storytelling and strong performances, making it a significant entry in the genre of historical dramas in Indian cinema.
Budget & Box Office Collection:
Budget | ₹10–15 crore |
Worldwide Collection | ₹25 crore |