Vivek Oberoi has been cast as Aurangzeb in the upcoming historical epic, "The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj," starring Rishab Shetty as the titular Maratha warrior. The film, directed by Sandeep Singh, is slated for a global release on January 21, 2027, and aims to showcase the courage, strategy, and devotion that shaped Shivaji Maharaj's legacy.

This casting decision sets the stage for an epic cinematic face-off between Oberoi and Shetty, bringing to life one of the most significant conflicts in Indian history. The film will depict the remarkable journey of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and his unwavering commitment to establishing Swarajya.

Vivek Oberoi's portrayal of Aurangzeb promises to be a compelling addition to his diverse filmography. He is also involved in other major projects, including Sandeep Reddy Vanga's "Spirit" with Prabhas and Nitesh Tiwari's "Ramayana".

Rishab Shetty, known for his critically acclaimed film "Kantara" and "Kantara Chapter 1", will essay the role of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film has already generated substantial buzz since its announcement, and the addition of Vivek Oberoi as the antagonist has further amplified anticipation.

Shefali Shah will play Jijamata, the mother of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, adding another layer of depth to the historical drama. The film boasts a team of award-winning technicians and is being planned as a mega-release in over 40 countries worldwide, in multiple languages including Hindi, Marathi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, and English.

"The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj" is shaping up to be one of Indian cinema's most ambitious historical productions. The film intends to highlight the bravery, military tactics, and devotion of the Maratha warrior king, aiming to deeply resonate with Indian audiences.

The film's crew includes Prasoon Joshi as a lyricist, Siddharth-Garima (known for "Ram Leela", "Toilet: Ek Prem Katha") as story, screenplay and dialogue writers, Ravi Varman as cinematographer, Resul Pookutty as director of sound and acoustics, Philomin Raj as editor, and Nitin Zihani Chaudhary as art and set design director. Action choreography will be handled by Craig Macrae, known for his work in "Jawan" and "Pathan".

Sandeep Singh has expressed that Rishab Shetty was his only choice to play Shivaji Maharaj, embodying the strength, spirit, and valor of the legendary king. Singh considers this film a long-time dream and an honor to bring this story to the silver screen.