Salman Khan has set social media abuzz with his cameo appearance in Raja Shivaji, directed by Riteish Deshmukh. The film hit theatres on May 1, and Khan’s brief yet impactful role has quickly become one of its biggest talking points.

Clips and images circulating online show Khan in a striking traditional look, dressed in a saffron kurta and turban, sporting a moustache and tilak. In a dramatic sequence, his character is seen confronting an opponent with a sword while delivering the line, “Shivaji nahi; Shivaji Raj mhanaycha,” a moment that reportedly sparked loud cheers and applause in theatres.

Fans have been quick to praise the cameo across social platforms. Many described the appearance as “iconic” and “powerful,” with some predicting that the scene will become a major crowd-puller. Viewers highlighted the electrifying response inside cinemas, calling it a full-blown theatrical moment filled with whistles and claps.

In the film, Khan portrays Jiva Mahala, a loyal and fearless warrior closely associated with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Speaking about how the cameo came together, Deshmukh revealed that Khan himself expressed interest in joining the project. According to him, Khan insisted on being part of the film, leading to the inclusion of the role.

Apart from Khan’s much-talked-about appearance, the film features a strong ensemble cast including Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Boman Irani, Bhagyashree, Fardeen Khan, Jitendra Joshi, Amol Gupte and Genelia Deshmukh.

Centered on the life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the historical drama has already garnered attention, with Khan’s cameo adding an extra layer of excitement around its release.