Sambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, took control of the Maratha Kingdom after his father's demise. He then ruled as the second Chhatrapati for nine years, from 1681 to 1689. May 14 is celebrated as his birth anniversary. In the state of Maharashtra, the day is observed with great zeal. This day is celebrated as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Jayanti.
On the occasion of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, Bollywood actor Sharad Kelkar who played the great Maratha emperor in Ajay Devgn-starrer 'Tanhaji' reveals how the warrior king has been a source of inspiration for him since childhood
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