Shardul Pandit calls out Bollywood and education system for glorifying Mughals over Indian kings

Television star Shardul Pandit has criticized both Bollywood and the education system for neglecting the significant history of the Maratha warriors.

Following his viewing of the movie “Chhaava,” which showcases the legacy of individuals such as Sambhaji Maharaj, Shardul took to his Instagram account to voice his displeasure regarding the insufficient acknowledgment of these iconic figures in school programs and popular films. He asked why the efforts of these fighters, such as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, were not sufficiently recognized, encouraging individuals to revisit and celebrate this important part of Indian history.

Sharing a video on his social media handles, the ‘Bigg Boss 14’ fame actor wrote, “I saw Chhava yesterday and couldn’t help but ask my friend “Ye sab humne kyu nahi padha? “Why do I remember everyone but don’t have a clue about the contribution of the great Maratha warriors ? Why I haven’t been gloating in pride over a hero like Sambhaji or Shivaji ? Why I don’t remember the amazing Maratha rule , the men of steel, principles and value. Shouldn’t we take pride in such great and exemplary Maratha warriors and hero’s??.”

Shardul added, “Why was Bollywood shying away from bringing them to light ? Why were they omitted from my school books or not given the due weightage. And now when @maddockfilms @laxman.utekar and @vickykaushal09 have made a very accurate film I see certain top YouTubers making videos about linking it to politics and questioning why is this film made now. Please take your kids and go to watch CHHAVA as we all have done a gross injustice to this glorious Maratha Sher #chatrapatisambhajimaharaj by not celebrating him enough in our history .@laxman.utekar and @vickykaushal09 you should be so proud of yourselves . Education , Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj , Sambhaji Raje , Maratha , Marathi , Sambhaji Maharaj , Mughals }#vickykaushal #chaava #chava #shambhajiraje #shardulpandit #maratha #jaimaharashtra.”

“Chhaava” stars Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, along with Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai. Helmed by Laxman Utekar, the film is a cinematic adaptation of the Marathi novel “Chhava” by Shivaji Sawant.