'Chhaava' Continues Box Office Dominance, Becomes Vicky Kaushal's Second-Highest Grosser

Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna’s latest historical drama Chhaava has been making waves at the box office, cementing its place as one of the biggest hits of 2025. Based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the film has witnessed remarkable growth in collections, surpassing the ₹120 crore mark by Monday. With this milestone, Chhaava has become Kaushal’s second-highest-grossing film after Uri: The Surgical Strike.

Weekend Box Office Surge

The film had an impressive opening weekend, with collections soaring each day. On Sunday, it set a new record for the highest single-day collection in Maharashtra, outperforming Pushpa 2: The Rule on its fourth day.

• Day 1 (Friday): ₹31 crore

• Day 2 (Saturday): ₹37 crore

• Day 3 (Sunday): ₹48.5 crore

• Day 4 (Monday, till evening): ₹10.8 crore

• Total Collection (till Monday evening): ₹127.3 crore

Audience Reception and Film’s Strength

Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava brings to life the journey of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, played by Vicky Kaushal, with Rashmika Mandanna portraying Maharani Yesubai and Akshaye Khanna as Aurangzeb. The film has resonated particularly well with audiences in Maharashtra, leading to its phenomenal success.

Having already surpassed Raazi (₹123 crore), Chhaava now holds the position of Kaushal’s second-highest grosser. The strong box office numbers suggest that the film is on track to maintain its upward trend.

Future Expectations and Market Standing

With no significant competition from other recent releases such as Loveyapa and Badass Ravi Kumar, Chhaava continues to dominate theaters. Early trade estimates indicate that the film is expected to sustain its momentum throughout the week.

On a global level, Chhaava has already amassed ₹164.75 crore in worldwide earnings, reinforcing its status as one of the biggest blockbusters of the year.

The Story Behind Chhaava

Based on the novel Chava, the film delves into the bravery and challenges faced by Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the son of the legendary Shivaji Maharaj. It showcases his fierce resistance against Mughal ruler Aurangzeb and highlights his courage and sacrifice for his kingdom.

With its massive success at the box office, Chhaava is proving to be one of the most impactful films of Vicky Kaushal’s career and a standout historical drama in Indian cinema.