Raja Shivaji Trailer review and first reaction
Social posts around Raja Shivaji focus on an emotional trailer launch, strong praise for music and scale, pride in family involvement and a young debut, but notable backlash over Riteish Deshmukh's casting as Shivaji.
Buzz Score
59.7/100
social buzz · out of 100
Watch Score
6.3/10
AI watch recommendation · out of 10
Sentiment
Mixed
overall tone
Mentions
25
tracked posts
Raja Shivaji (Trailer) — Reviews & Audience Reactions
Discussion trend
Buzz score history
2 snapshots
↓ 29
Average
75
Peak
89
Based on social media discussions
Sentiment mix
Audience mood breakdown
Positive
52%
Neutral
36%
Negative
12%
Audience verdict
Watch Score
6.3/10
Consensus
Polarizing
Confidence
55%
Social buzz shows genuine excitement for the trailer and emotional trailer-launch moments (many users praising performances and calling the trailer goosebump-inducing), but there is notable, specific backlash over Riteish Deshmukh’s casting as Chhatrapati Shivaji that is driving regional criticism and calls to avoid the film.
Audience highlights
Emotional trailer launch and teary speeches by Riteish and Genelia
Ajay-Atul's music and the trailer's stirring score
Impressive scale, grandeur and cinematic visuals in the trailer
What people loved
- Emotional trailer launch and teary speeches by Riteish and Genelia
- Ajay-Atul's music and the trailer's stirring score
- Impressive scale, grandeur and cinematic visuals in the trailer
- Rahyl Deshmukh’s debut and the family involvement angle
Common criticisms
- Casting controversy: many say Riteish is an ill fit to play Shivaji
- Regional backlash from some Maharashtrians discouraging viewing
- Comments about Riteish’s voice/personality not matching the expected gravitas
Quick facts
- Type
- Movie
- Released
- May 1, 2026
- Genre
- Action, History, Drama
About
Chronicles the rise of young Shivaji Bhonsale, who challenged the might of established empires to found the Maratha kingdom and lay the groundwork for “Swarajya” (self-rule) during a turbulent period of Indian history.