Mumbai: Actor Vicky Kaushal once again won hearts with his humility when a fan gifted him a small statue of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj at Mumbai airport. The gesture quickly went viral after the actor was seen removing his shoes before accepting the murti, a mark of respect that drew wide praise online.

A Heartfelt Moment With Fans

In a video circulating on social media, the fan can be seen offering Vicky a shawl and the statue. The actor graciously accepted the gifts, bowing slightly and barefoot as he received the idol. Netizens called the moment “classy” and “respectful,” noting how deeply the actor has connected with audiences through his portrayal of Sambhaji Maharaj in the blockbuster film Chhaava.

Chhaava’s Impact

Directed by Laxman Utekar and based on Shivaji Sawant’s Marathi novel, Chhava has become the highest-grossing film of 2025. Vicky’s performance as the Maratha emperor was widely acclaimed, cementing his place among the most versatile stars of his generation. The film also starred Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna and was produced by Maddock Films.

What’s Next for Vicky

Vicky will next appear in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s period romance Love & War, alongside Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, slated for release in March 2026. He is also attached to the ambitious mythological drama Mahavatar, which has now been delayed to 2027 due to scheduling overlaps with Bhansali’s project.

For now, fans continue to celebrate not just Vicky’s career choices but also his grounded off-screen personality — a quality that moments like this airport interaction only reinforce.

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