'Not Taught About Sambhaji': Ex-India Star's 'Akbar, Aurangzeb' Statement On 'Chhaava' Starts Debate

The Vicky Kaushal-starrer movie 'Chhaava', based on the life and times of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj - the second ruler of the Maratha Confederacy and son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, has received positive response from audience across the country. Apart from Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, Rashmika Mandanna (as Yesubai Bhonsale), Akshaye Khanna (as Aurangzeb), Ashutosh Rana (as Hambirrao Mohite), Diana Penty (as Zinat-un-Nissa Begum) and Divya Dutta (as Soyarabai) play prominent roles in the movie.  

Former India cricket team star Aakash Chopra also liked the movie. He, however, raised some questions after watching the film. 

"Watched Chhaava today. Incredible tale of bravery, selflessness and the sense of duty. 
Genuine question—why were we not taught about Chattrapati Sambhaji Maharaj at all in school? Not even a mention anywhere!!!  We did learn though how Akbar was a great and fair emperor, and even have a very prominent road called Aurangzeb Road in Delhi. Why and how did it happen??" Aakash Chopra wrote on X.

Watched Chhaava today. Incredible tale of bravery, selflessness and the sense of duty.
Genuine question—why were we not taught about Chattrapati Sambhaji Maharaj at all in school? Not even a mention anywhere!!!
We did learn though how Akbar was a great and fair emperor, and…

His statement drew mixed response. To his post, an user wrote: "Bcoz, as a failed cricketer, u were also a failed learner of history". Chopra then replied: "Topped my school in 12th. Got 80% marks in history. Thank you"

Topped my school in 12th. Got 80% marks in history. Thank you

Here are some other responses. While some supported Chopra's observation, others warned him to not fall prey to religious propaganda.

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