After dominating the box office, Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava is now set to take over the digital space.
The historical epic, which had a phenomenal 50-day run at the Indian box office, since its debut in cinemas on Valentine’s Day (February 14), is all set to premiere on OTT this week. According to reports, the film will make its OTT premiere on Netflix from April 11. However, an official announcement from the streaming giant is still awaited.
With its theatrical run nearing the two-month mark, the film's streaming debut comes right on schedule. Directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films, Chhaava has emerged as the highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025 so far.
Chhaava Box Office Report
Chhaava has been a monumental success both domestically and overseas. According to Sacnilk, the film has collected Rs 597.16 crore net in India by Day 51, and is on track to hit the Rs 600 crore mark. Globally, it has grossed a staggering Rs 801.35 crore, with an estimated Rs 710.35 crore gross from the domestic market and Rs 91 crore gross from overseas markets.
The film currently ranks as the eighth highest-grossing Hindi film of all time and the thirteenth highest-grossing Indian film ever, marking a major milestone in Kaushal’s career.
Battling Controversies
In the wake of the recent violence in Nagpur, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis pointed fingers at the blockbuster Bollywood film claiming that it reignited public anger surrounding Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
Speaking in the state Assembly on Tuesday, March 18, Fadnavis said that the portrayal of Aurangzeb in the Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna starrer had stirred strong emotions. “Chhaava movie has ignited people’s anger against Aurangzeb. Still, everyone must keep Maharashtra peaceful,” he urged.
Gold Rush
The film’s impact isn’t limited to political discourse. In a bizarre twist, Chhaava also sparked a treasure hunt near Asirgarh Fort in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh. After watching the film, local villagers reportedly began searching for Mughal-era gold, inspired by scenes that hinted at hidden treasures.
Armed with metal detectors and flashlights, residents began digging through nearby fields in the early hours, chasing rumours of long-lost riches. A video of the frenzied treasure hunt has since gone viral on social media, racking up over two lakh views and sparking widespread curiosity.
With its digital premiere expected to draw in an even larger audience, Chhaava is poised to continue its winning streak—this time, on screens at home.
