Riteish Deshmukh's directorial debut 'Raja Shivaji' hit the screens on May 1, coinciding with Maharashtra Day. The film features an ensemble cast including Riteish Deshmukh in the titular role, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Genelia Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Mahesh Manjrekar, and others. A special screening was held in Mumbai on Thursday night, attended by the cast and crew, as well as Rakhi Sawant.
Rakhi Sawant's Viral Video with Abhishek Bachchan
Rakhi Sawant shared her review of 'Raja Shivaji' in a video with Abhishek Bachchan, which quickly went viral. In the clip, Rakhi tells Abhishek, "Abhishek ji ne itna accha kiya hai na. Main Guru se aapki fan hu aur iss film mein, Raja Shivaji mein, aapka kaam number one. Amazing. You are amazing." Abhishek responded with a smile and folded hands, thanking her. The video was posted on Rakhi's Instagram page in collaboration with an account called Papzrajan Pillai.
Netizens React
The video garnered widespread reactions. One user commented, "He's a very classy man @bachchan a gentleman." Another wrote, "I'm his fan since Refugee? Unfortunately his talent is underrated!!"
Abhishek Bachchan is currently shooting for Shah Rukh Khan's 'King', directed by Siddharth Anand, which also stars Deepika Padukone, Suhana Khan, Arshad Warsi, and Rani Mukerji.
'Raja Shivaji' Box Office Prospects
'Raja Shivaji' has received rave reviews since its release and is expected to have a strong opening day at the box office, according to early trends. The film's release on Maharashtra Day adds to its significance.
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