Audiences Laud the Film’s Emotional Depth, Intense Action, and Vicky Kaushal’s Career-Best Performance
February 14: Chhaava Opens to Positive Reactions, Netizens Call It a ‘Goosebumps-Inducing Spectacle’
Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna’s historical action film, Chhaava, has finally hit theatres, and early audience reactions are pouring in. The film, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, has left a strong impression on moviegoers, with many calling it a powerful tale of courage, sacrifice, and Maratha pride.
Social media platforms, especially X (formerly Twitter), have been flooded with reviews, with fans praising Vicky Kaushal’s intense performance, the film’s gripping action sequences, and its emotional depth. The movie has been described using words like “Goosebumps,” “Spectacular,” “Powerful,” and “A Must-Watch”.
Chhaava Twitter Reactions: What the Audience is Saying
💬 “#ChhaavaReview: GOOSEBUMPS! 🌟🌟🌟🌟½ A stunning tribute to #ChhatrapatiSambhajiMaharaj. This is Vicky Kaushal’s best performance to date, and the film delivers on action, emotion, and grandeur!”
#Chhaava Review: GOOSEBUMPS!
— $@M (@SAMTHEBESTEST_) February 13, 2025
RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ 4.5/5*@MaddockFilms hits it out of the park again. This heart-wrenching and inspiring tale of maratha king #ChhatrapatiSambhajiMaharaj will leave everyone in tears in eyes and pride in heart. A cinematic treat and an action… pic.twitter.com/ssgNQ1i3q3
💬 “#OneWordReview: SPECTACULAR! 🔥 #Chhaava is a visually stunning and deeply moving cinematic experience. #VickyKaushal is at his peak! Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½”
#OneWordReview..#Chhaava : SPECTACULAR.
— Panda (@Abhi32428072) February 13, 2025
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐
Blends history, emotions, passion, patriotism, action with finesse… #VickyKaushal terrific, cements his stature as one of the finest actors of his generation.
#ChhaavaReview
One of the best movie of vicky life🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/z5v5lnhOsI
💬 “#ChhaavaReview – A Powerful Tale of Courage & Sacrifice 💥 Director #LaxmanUtekar brings history alive with jaw-dropping battle sequences and emotionally charged storytelling. This is a must-watch!”
#Chhaava Review: THRILLS
— sanorita (@Bollycrick53877) February 14, 2025
RATING: 🌟🌟🌟🌟4.5/5
knocks it out of the ballpark once more.This poignant and uplifting narrative of Maratha king#ChhatrapatiSambhajiMaharaj will leave everyone with moisture in their eyes and pride in their soul. A visual delight everyone pic.twitter.com/SRNxuKu91u
While Vicky Kaushal has been universally praised, Rashmika Mandanna’s performance as Maharani Yesubai has received mixed reactions, with some feeling her role lacked depth. Additionally, some viewers pointed out that the background score felt out of place for a historical film.
At a special screening held in Mumbai on February 13, Vicky Kaushal received standing ovation.
Inside video of katrina vicky and family from chavaa movie screening#KatrinaKaif #VickyKaushal #Chhaava pic.twitter.com/2RxoEfyw9O
— myqueenkay (@myqueenkay1) February 13, 2025
Box Office & Industry Expectations
🔹 Advance Bookings: ₹13.79 Crore (Highest for a Historical Bollywood Film)
🔹 Potential Opening Day Collection: ₹23-25 Crore
🔹 Biggest Competition: Marvel’s Captain America: Brave New World
With recent Bollywood releases like Emergency, Deva, Azaad, and Sky Force underperforming, Chhaava carries the industry’s hopes for a box office revival. If the positive word-of-mouth continues, the film could become the biggest Bollywood opener of 2025.
Corporate bookings are rapidly increasing for Chhava across various locations. For instance, Maher Theatre and Sanjay talkies in Agra has reported almost 80% occupancy for most shows.#Chhaava #Blockbusterscam pic.twitter.com/gQXdjPjSsT
— Yash Vardhan (@Yashkgfofficial) February 13, 2025
But sadly, Chhaava too had its share of controversy surrounding actual ticket purchase and pre-booking. Komal Nahata, renown film analyst vented his frustration on Social media.
The reason why #Chhaava is getting negativity from some samosa critics.
— अपना Bollywood🎥 (@Apna_Bollywood) February 13, 2025
Indirectly, The most senior critic has actually EXPOSED the entire samosa system.
"Pay me, Invite me in your shows" and get positive reviews/full promotions from us ~ a new trend in the CRITIC SYSTEM pic.twitter.com/ftNhcBlNF6
Others too had negative stories to put forth
This @MaddockFilms is setting the bar so High with massive corporate booking, bulk buying & manipulation it will be really tough for other Producers to match their cheapness level with any Organic hyped movie. Also they are degrading actors name as well. #Chhava #SkyForce !! pic.twitter.com/tDFHYZIrg3
— A∂ιtүα (@Aditya__17) February 9, 2025
As the first reviews continue to pour in, all eyes are now on Chhaava’s weekend performance. Will it dominate the box office, or will the competition slow down its momentum? Stay tuned for more updates!
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