Vicky Kaushal starrer ‘Chhava‘ has just released in theatres today. The film has been one of the most awaited movies of 2025. Vicky plays the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in the movie while Akshaye Khanna is seen as Aurangzeb. Here’s what the early reviews say and what you can expect from the movie.
Trade expert Taran Adarsh took to X and he wrote, “#OneWordReview… #Chhaava: SPECTACULAR. Rating: 4 and a half. Blends history, emotions, passion, patriotism, and action with finesse… #VickyKaushal is terrific, cementing his stature as one of the finest actors of his generation… #LaxmanUtekar triumphs as a storyteller.”
Further showering love on Vicky Kaushal, he added, “Vicky Kaushal delivers a towering, award-worthy performance as #ChhatrapatiSambhajiMaharaj… His commanding presence, searing intensity, fiery dialogues, and emotionally charged moments elevate the film to an entirely new level… The confrontation sequences with #AkshayeKhanna are standouts, while the preceding action sequence is nothing short of exemplary.”
Some users suggested that the first half of the movie is slow but the second half picks up. A user said, “Saw #Chhaava but did not enjoy it as much as expected. Film picks up pace after interval. @vickykaushal09 as given Great performance. @iamRashmika nd #AkshayeKhanna ‘s performance is mediocre. @DianaPenty s looking very beautiful in the film. #ChhaavaReview Rating – 3 Star”
A review however suggested, “First Review #Chhaava : Loud & Irritating! #VickyKaushal looking Disaster in movie. He is looking so Ugly Damn ! Full on Maa Behan with the historical script ! They totally ruined the history! Overall Below average film ! VFX totally awful 😣. Go & enjoy #SanamTeriKasam. “
Another person expressed, “Today we have watched film #Chhaava at Censor Board office and it’s waste of time and energy. It is a good Marathi film, but it has nothing to do with Hindi audience. Director took few scenes from each film like #Tanhaji #Panipat and #BajiraoMastani to make this film. 1* from us.”
