The ambitious project, a theatrical screening will feature the extraordinary life of Sarkhel Kanhojiraje Angre, the legendary Grand Admiral of the Maratha Navy who had safe guarded India’s Western coastline against the British and the Portuguese forces for over four decades.   


The film is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Rajesh Mapuskar. It will mark as his second collaboration with the production house after Chiranjeevi Hanuman- The Eternal. The project is being produced by Abundantia Entertainment in association with Mapuskar’s Magij Pictures. 


Sarkhel Kanhojiraje Angre was widely regarded as one of India’s greatest naval commanders. He led the formidable fleet from his headquarters at Colaba, fiercely protecting the Konkan coast and reinforcing the Maratha dominance across the Indian Ocean.   


The film Angre is inspired by the maritime vision of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.  Angre remained undefeated through his remarkable career in the Navy and became a symbol of courage, leadership and he is known for his unwavering patriotism that stood against all odds that he had to face. 


Angre emphasizes on Kanhojiraje Angre’s inspiring story. 


Announcing the project Vikram Malhotra, the founder and the CEO of Abundantia Entertainment emphasized the venture is his proudest moment and Angre’s inspiring story deserves to reach out to the audience across the world.   


Especially for the younger generations who may be unfamiliar with the immense contribution by Kahnhojiraje Angre, Vikram Malhotra, with Rajesh Mapuskar’s storytelling abilities, will be an interesting outing for the young generations to understand the Maratha culture.    


Mapuskar as Malhotra rightly described as an ideal filmmaker for this grand historic epic. 


Directed by Rajesh Mapuskar, he has shared his emotional connection to the project revealing that he grew up in the Konkan coast himself that was once ruled by Angre. He said he cherishes his upbringing and bringing this story to the theatres for the audience will be a dream come true for him. he confirmed further that the screenplay for Angre is now officially being developed. 


Following the success of Daldaal, Subedaar and Maa Behen in 2026, Abundantia Entertainment continues to expand its slate and will soon bring Angre alongside other upcoming titles such as Chiranjeevi Hanuman -The Eternal Netflix’s Family Business and Sundar Poonam on Prime Video.