Raja Shivaji Movie: Salman Khan's Cameo In Riteish Deshmukh's Movie Creates Buzz

Raja Shivaji Movie: Salman Khan's surprise cameo in Riteish Deshmukh's film 'Raja Shivaji' has taken theatres by storm. Videos of the audience going wild during his entry are all over the internet

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Theatres erupt as Salman Khan enters in 'Raja Shivaji'

Salman Khan's cameo has breathed new life into the film 'Raja Shivaji'. Viral videos on social media show audiences erupting in loud cheers, whistles, and applause the moment he appears on screen.

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What is Salman Khan's role in 'Raja Shivaji'?

In the film, Salman Khan plays Jiva Mahala, the bodyguard of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. He looks powerful in an orange turban and kurta, holding a sword. He shares the screen with Riteish Deshmukh, who is playing the role of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

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One dialogue from Salman Khan in 'Raja Shivaji' creates a storm

It's not just Salman Khan's look, but also his dialogue from 'Raja Shivaji' that's gone viral. In one scene, he holds a sword to an enemy's throat and says, "Shivaji nahi; Shivaji Raj mhanaycha" (Don't say Shivaji; say King Shivaji). This dialogue got a massive reaction in theatres, filling the air with energy.

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Salman Khan himself asked for a role in 'Raja Shivaji'

Riteish Deshmukh revealed in an interview that Salman Khan himself expressed a desire to be part of the film. Speaking to Lokmat, he said, "I didn't approach him for this film. On New Year's, he asked when the shoot was starting. Then he said, 'Which role am I playing?'" When Riteish told him there was no role, Salman replied, “No, no, you can't make this film without me, I have to be in it.”

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Will 'Raja Shivaji' also see an impact at the box office?

'Raja Shivaji' is already heading for a strong opening. According to trade reports, the film could earn over ₹10 crore on its first day. Salman Khan's cameo has only increased the buzz and excitement. The film, directed by Riteish Deshmukh, also stars Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Genelia Deshmukh, Sachin Khedekar, Mahesh Manjrekar, Bhagyashree, and Fardeen Khan.