Chhaava, the recent blockbuster, has been making waves at the box office, grossing over Rs.350 crores worldwide. However, the film's historical accuracy has been questioned, with many criticizing its glorification of certain events. Now, a descendant of the Shrike family has come forward, threatening to file a Rs.100 crore defamation lawsuit against the film's director and producers. Laxmikant Raje Shirke, the descendant, claims that his ancestors, Ganoji and Kanhoji Shrike, have been portrayed wrongly in the film, causing humiliation to the family.
Laxman Utekar, the director of Chhaava, has apologized to the Shrike family, stating that he did not intend to disrespect them. He explained that he avoided using the family surname and village name for the characters to prevent any potential disrespect. However, the Shrike family descendant has demanded that the makers change the scenes and give them the due respect. Despite the director's apology, the family members have not reacted, leaving the controversy unresolved.
Despite the controversy surrounding its historical accuracy, Chhaava continues to rake in the numbers at the box office. Vicky Kaushal's portrayal has received widespread praise, and the film's music, scored by AR Rahman, has been well-received. Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna have also played prominent roles in the film. As the controversy surrounding Chhaava continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how it will impact the film's success.
As Chhaava continues to make waves at the box office, the controversy surrounding its historical accuracy threatens to impact its legacy. Will the film's success be overshadowed by the controversy, or will it emerge unscathed? Only time will tell. One thing is certain, however - the controversy surrounding Chhaava has sparked a necessary conversation about historical accuracy and representation in cinema.