The stage is set for the much-awaited Shivaji biopic, Raja Shivaji, to take the world by storm. This film, written and directed by Riteish Deshmukh, features him playing the eponymous emperor of the Maratha empire. Since the trailer for this movie first dropped, there has been significant interest about Raja Shivaji filming locations. If you, too, are curious to know more about where this stunning biopic was filmed, make sure you read the full article!
Raja Shivaji Filming Locations
1. Mahuli Sangam, Satara
A number of scenes from the early-life sequence, as well as the movie’s “Anthem” song, are shot at Mahuli Sangam in Satara. This place is a point of confluence for the Venna and Krishna rivers, thus earning the name ‘Sangam.’ It has always been a place of great religious and historical significance.
2. Mahabaleshwar
Mahabaleshwar has long been an iconic hill station owing to its cloudy peaks and lush greenery. These stunning sceneries now also grace the backdrop of many shots featured in the movie. If you’ve been to this hill station or any of the ancient temples it has, you’ll know that it has a quaint, historic vibe that perfectly lends itself to the scenes of the movie.
3. Wai
Not very far from Mahabaleshwar, Wai has a rocky, albeit green terrain. The ruggedness of the terrain was perfect for recreating the military landscape of the time. Another reason why this place was perfect for shooting Raja Shivaji is that the place is known to have origins of the families of at least two historically important figures – Rani Lakshmibai and Gopikabai, who is the wife of Nanasaheb Peshwa.
4. The Sahyadri Mountain Ranges
Since the movie is based on Shivaji Maharaj’s life, the scenes featured a few forts that exist even today. However, these forts are heritage sites, and in order to protect them, many scenes were filmed on or around the Sahyadri Mountain ranges. The foothills of this mountain range were used to show the scale of the Maratha territory.
5. Mumbai Film City (Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari)
For many other scenes, an intricate replica of forts like Raigad and Shivneri was built at Film City. Raigad served as the capital of the Maratha empire under Shivaji’s rule and hence, featuring this place was important. Moreover, Shivneri Fort is the birthplace of Shivaji and is featured in the early-life sequences of the movie.
About This Much-Awaited Film
A Marathi-Hindi bilingual film, Raja Shivaji, is widely touted as Riteish Deshmukh’s magnum opus and was made on a whopping INR 100 crore budget. It has consequently been reported as the most expensive Marathi movie in India. You will also see actors like Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Fardeen Khan, and more. Talk about a loaded star cast! Riteish Deshmukh’s wife, Genelia Deshmukh, will also feature in a key role.
Summing Up
The film is set to kick ass and take names with its dramatic scenes, brilliant acting, and striking visuals of the stunning landscape of Maharashtra. So make sure you hit the movie theatres near you and watch this historic piece of cinema on Friday, May 1.
FAQs
Can You Visit These Places?
Yes.
Was Raja Shivaji Filmed At The Raigad Fort?
No. The film used sets to protect the heritage site.
When Is Raja Shivaji Releasing?
Raja Shivaji is releasing on May 1, 2026, coinciding with Maharashtra Day.
