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Raja Shivaji appears to be off to a promising start at the box office. Despite carrying only moderate pre-release expectations, the film has opened on a positive note and is showing encouraging trends both at ticket counters and online.

Early booking patterns, along with growing chatter on social media, indicate increasing curiosity among audiences. The release timing has also worked in the film’s favour. With Dhurandhar 2 nearing the end of its theatrical run and Bhoot Bangla witnessing a slowdown, Raja Shivaji has found relatively clear space to attract viewers.

Initial audience reactions have been largely positive, particularly praising the film’s entertainment value. However, the real test lies in sustaining strong word-of-mouth over the weekend. Trade analysts believe that if the film continues to receive consistent audience support, it has the potential to post impressive box office numbers.

The project holds special significance for Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza, both of whom have been looking for a solid theatrical success in recent years.

A strong run for Raja Shivaji could provide the much-needed boost to their careers and mark a notable comeback for the popular duo. For now, the early signs are encouraging, and it remains to be seen whether the film can convert this positive start into sustained box office success.