Riteish Deshmukh’s Raja Shivaji has opened to massive buzz, but its release day also saw unexpected chaos in theatres. A screening of the film was cancelled due to a technical issue, leaving fans frustrated and angry. The incident quickly went viral after videos from the theatre surfaced online.
The situation reportedly took place at a theatre in Thane, where excited moviegoers had gathered for an early show of Raja Shivaji. However, the screening did not start as planned, and the delay stretched on. Many viewers also claimed that refund-related confusion added to the frustration, leading to heated reactions inside the cinema hall.
Raja Shivaji Screening Cancelled Due To Technical Issue
According to reports, the show was cancelled due to a technical glitch rather than low occupancy. Fans who had arrived to watch Raja Shivaji expressed disappointment as they waited for updates. The delay created tension among the audience, especially as there was no clear communication from the theatre staff for a long time.
A video shared by Navshakti on Instagram shows angry moviegoers questioning the management. Many fans said they had been eagerly waiting for the film, which made the situation even more frustrating.
As the video went viral, social media users reacted strongly to the incident. Some users pointed out that technical issues are common during big releases, while others criticised the theatre management for poor handling of the situation.
One user commented, “Sometimes movie downloading gets delayed digital print delivery.”
Another said, “The same scene as Dhurandhar2 had released. Technical issues not solved as yet.” A third user added, “MNS ko bulao.”
Another reaction read, “Marathi Mansachi Taqad dakhva.”
Despite the theatre incident, Raja Shivaji has been released in both Marathi and Hindi versions and is expected to open strong at the box office. The film has also benefited from a bank holiday in Maharashtra, which may boost early collections.
Early audience response has been mixed to positive. Many viewers have praised the scale, performances, and music, while some pointed out pacing issues. Still, the strong curiosity around the film is likely to support its weekend performance.
About The Film
Raja Shivaji (2026) is a historical action drama directed by Riteish Deshmukh, who also plays Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film follows Shivaji’s journey to establish Swarajya against powerful rulers.
The cast includes Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Genelia Deshmukh, Vidya Balan and Bhagyashree. Produced by Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company, the film features music by Ajay-Atul and has different runtimes for Marathi and Hindi versions.
