Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 98th All India Marathi Sahitya Sammelan at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on Friday (February 21, 2025). , Photo Credit: Annie

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised Vicky Kaushal starrer historical period drama Chorus And talked about the role of Maharashtra in shaping both Marathi and Hindi cinema. Speaking at the 98th All India Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in New Delhi on Friday, PM Modi highlighted how the film, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, has been appreciated.

He also talked about the historical novel Chhawa by Shivaji Sawant, which introduced many readers to the bravery of Sambhaji Maharaj. “This is Maharashtra and Mumbai Hi Hai Hai Jin, the sub-sixty, Hindi cinema of Marathi filming has unhealthy. Dino toh and wash away(It is Maharashtra and Mumbai, who has elevated Hindi cinema along with Marathi films. And these days, the waves are making waves.), “PM Modi said.

He said, “It is through Shivaji Sawant’s Marathi novel that we have been introduced to the valor of Sambhaji Maharaj in this form.” Meanwhile, the film directed by Laxman Utekar has been strongly performing at the box office since its release on 14 February.

According to business analyst Taran Adarsh, Chorus Crossed a milestone of Rs 200 crore on Thursday. The film gathered more than Rs 30 crore alone on Wednesday, almost corresponding to its Valentine’s Day opening numbers. Has emerged as the strongest market for Maharashtra ChorusAlong with Rajasthan and West Bengal, recording has increased between increased legs.

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The film, A period drama, depicts the famous story of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, in which Vicky Kaushal impressed the audience with his role as the Maratha ruler. The film also stars Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna.