Sher Shivaji(1987)
Sher Shivaji is a 1987 Hindi historical drama film directed by Ram Narayan Gabale. The film stars Parikshit Sahni as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, with Smita Patil, Shreeram Lagoo, and Amrish Puri in supporting roles. The story is based on the life of the 17th-century Maratha king who fought against the Mughal empire and the Adilshahi of Bijapur. It covers key events including the killing of Afzal Khan, the escape from Agra prison, and the coronation at Raigad. The film is known for its patriotic tone and dramatic battle sequences. It was released in India in 1987 and remains a notable entry in the genre of Indian historical cinema.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1987
- Director
- Ram Narayan Gabale
- Language
- Hindi
- Rating
- 3.7/10
Storyline
A young Maratha warrior named Shivaji decides to free his people from foreign rule. He faces powerful enemies like the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb and the general Afzal Khan. Using both courage and cleverness, he builds a kingdom from scratch. His journey is full of traps, battles, and sacrifices.
“The tiger who freed a nation.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Sher Shivaji
Cast reunions in this film: Amrish Puri & Smita Patil (10 films together), Amrish Puri & Asrani (9 films together), Asrani & Shreeram Lagoo (7 films together), Amrish Puri & Shreeram Lagoo (2 films together), Asrani & Smita Patil (2 films together), and Shreeram Lagoo & Smita Patil (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was released in both Hindi and Marathi, with the Marathi version titled 'Sher Shivaji' as well.
- It was one of the few Hindi films to extensively shoot at real forts in Maharashtra, like Raigad Fort.
- The director, Ram Narayan Gabale, was primarily known for Marathi cinema and this was a major Hindi historical project.
- Actor Chandrakant Gokhale, who played a key role, was a veteran of Marathi stage and film.
- The movie's music was composed by Shrinivas Khale, a respected composer in Marathi and Hindi cinema.
- It faced competition from other big films in 1987, which affected its box office reach outside Maharashtra.
- The film emphasized Shivaji's naval strategies, a less common focus in mainstream Hindi historicals.