New Delhi: As superstar Akshay Kumar unveiled his look as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj from Mahesh Manjrekar’s upcoming film on the great Maratha warrior, social media users gave a mixed response to the actor’s efforts.
Some asked if there were electric bulbs in the 17th century, while others pleaded him to not “ruin” another historical character. The Bollywood actor also found support in his ardent fans and colleague Ajay Devgn.
Akshay shared on Tuesday that he has commenced filming for his Marathi debut film “Vedat Marathe Veer Daudle Saat”, and hours later posted a clip of his first look as Shivaji Maharaj on Instagram.
Soon, social media users started analysing the look and the production design of the film. Some eagle-eyed netizens shared screenshots of the chandelier in the video which appeared to have been illuminated by bulbs.
“Did shree chhatrapati shivaji had bulbs in his kingdom? In 1674? do some research man! (sic)” commented a user on Akshay’s Instagram post.
Born in 1630, Shivaji is acknowledged for his valour, military genius and leadership. He died in 1680.
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