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Raja is an iconic theatre production on the life of Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj that has been staged in over 1,200 shows across India and abroad. The epic play is an integral facet of the country’s cultural resurgence and has been watched by more than 7 million people across the globe. The three hour long play, which has been around for 21 years now, is an absolute classic and a must-see for every culture lover and history buff.

The play has been a constant in the lives of the devotees and followers of Maharaj. The awe-inspiring and captivating story of his sacrifices, courage, and strength has stood the test of time and is still very relevant to this day. The play has been a source of inspiration to many of the youth and youngster, especially during these times when the nation is divided due to political differences and other factors.

In an attempt to connect with the younger generation, the organisers of the play decided to launch it in English and bring it to a wider audience. The play has been an integral part of Pune Festival for the past two decades and has received overwhelming response from both Indians and foreigners alike. The event is also an opportunity for the Pune city to showcase its cultural richness and diversity.

The production team has made sure Raja play to bring all the elements of a 17th-century play to life, from the costumes to the music. The audience will be able to witness a spectacular firework display as well as the recreation of several 17th-century scenes, including Afzal Khan’s killing and Shivaji Maharaj’s coronation ceremony. The play will also include the use of animals and 250 actors.

Rabindranath Tagore wrote the play ‘Raja’ (The King of Dark Chambers) in 1910, and it was one of his most favourite works. During this period, Tagore was going through a crisis in his personal, artistic and public life as he was struggling to overcome the tragedy of loss and the despair resulting from bereavement. This was also when he started experimenting with different forms of drama as a means to express his newfound ideas and perspectives. Eventually, the play became the vehicle for his new philosophies and ideals, which later on found its way to the book of philosophy called ‘Arupratan’.

Raja Club Athletic is a Moroccan football club, founded in 1956. It competes in the Botola and is the only founding member to never be relegated from the top division. It has won more than 100 league games and is a member of the Champions League, having played in the quarter-finals in 1999.

The club has won 18 official trophies in the past decade and is considered one of the best clubs in Africa, as it is the fourth most crowned club with nine titles in Africa’s top tier competition, CAF Champions League. The club is also known for its historic rivalries with the other two founding members of the Botola competition, Wydad AC and AS FAR.