Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna’s latest historical drama Chhaava has stirred emotions among audiences since its release on Valentine’s Day. The film, which portrays the valor and dedication of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj towards Swaraj, has been met with an overwhelmingly passionate response from viewers. Many have left cinemas in tears, while others have chanted “Har Har Mahadev,” “Jai Bhavani,” and “Jai Shivaji” inside theatres, resonating deeply with the film’s patriotic essence.

However, one fan took his enthusiasm to a whole new level by arriving at a theatre on horseback. In a video that has gone viral on social media, the fan can be seen dressed as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, making a grand entrance into the cinema hall while riding a horse to the beats of dhol.

As the video progresses, the man dismounts while fellow moviegoers capture the spectacle on their phones. Another video shows him still seated on the horse as the movie’s end credits roll in the background. The dramatic stunt has triggered an array of reactions online, with some questioning the theatre’s regulations.

One user humorously remarked, “Was there a special ‘royal entry’ ticket? Or did he just ride in with a ‘Chhatrapati’ pass, leaving the rest of us on foot?” Another quipped, “So they allow a horse inside, but food is where they draw the line?” A third speculated, “Obviously, the theatre did this intentionally to get more attention.”

Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava stars Vicky Kaushal in the lead role alongside Akshaye Khanna and Rashmika Mandanna. The film’s music is composed by Oscar-winning maestro A.R. Rahman and is produced by Dinesh Vijan under the Maddock Films banner.

With audiences embracing Chhaava with such fervor, the film has undoubtedly struck a chord, blending history with cinematic grandeur in a way that continues to make headlines.