Raja Shivaji Anthem (Chhatrapati) Lyrics English Translation – Ajay Gogavale | Riteish Deshmukh

Hey Har Har Har Mahadev Shivashankar Sahyagiri Shikharavar Aale
As soon as Lord Shiva arrives upon the peaks of the Sahyadri, chants of “Har Har Mahadev” echo all around.

Hey Sal Sal Sal Ranakantak Talvari Vajramuth Sarsavun Bhale
Swords begin to clash as warriors raise their iron fists and spears for battle.

Tu Tejpunj Jhunjhar Chetavun Angar, Bhedlas Andhar Sara
You are a radiant warrior who ignites sparks to pierce through the dense darkness.

Tu Arth Ramrajyacha Hindavi Swarajyacha, Ekmev Aaradhya Jhala
You embody the true meaning of an ideal state and self-governance, and have become our sole ideal.

Dusht Durjanansi Samharile Patshahila Tu Lalkarile
You destroyed the wicked and the sinful, and fearlessly challenged powerful emperors.

Ek Navya Parvachi Ekjut Karanyasi Ek Chhatra Chhaya Aadhar De
Grant us the shelter of your protection, so that we may unite for the dawn of a new era.

Ek Shastra Ek Astra Shurveer Chhatrapati
You are the ultimate weapon and the bravest of warriors, Chhatrapati.

Dhairyashil Satvashil Dharmanishtha Chhatrapati
Brave, virtuous, and righteous Chhatrapati.

Lakh Marathyanchi Tu Aag Re
You are the fire that burns within millions of Marathas.

May Bhavanicha Tu Wagh Re
You are the fierce tiger of Mother Bhavani.

Nitivant Punyavant Nitivant Chhatrapati
Ethical, righteous, and noble Chhatrapati.

Advitiya Kshatriyakulavatans Chhatrapati
Matchless, the pride of the warrior race — Chhatrapati.

Lakh Marathyanchi Tu Aag Re
You are the fire that burns within millions of Marathas.

May Bhavanicha Tu Wagh Re
You are the fierce tiger of Mother Bhavani.

Dev Desh Dharmachi Sarvashreshtha Karmachi, Aan Ghetli Rakt Sandle Jari
We have taken an oath for God, for our nation, and for our faith—and for that supreme duty, even if it demands the shedding of our blood.

Andhakar Shatakancha Bhasmasat Karanyasi, Ek Tapt Jwala Hi Petli Uri
To burn away centuries of darkness, a blazing flame ignited within our hearts.

Bhakti Rup Santancha Sadhu An Mahantancha, Haat Joduni Maan Rakhilas Tu
With folded hands, you honored the saints and sages, and embraced their spirit of devotion within yourself.

Jar Kuni Swarajyavar Vakdi Nazar Keli
If anyone dared to cast an evil eye on our self-rule,

Haat Paay Chaurangi Chhatlas Tu
You eliminated their threat with your full might.

Modun Jaat Paat Rayatesi Dei Saath, Tyancha Sadaiv Kaivari Jhala
Breaking the chains of caste, you stood with the common people and became their eternal protector.

Jhale Bahut Raje Jagatat Naav Gaje, Lakhat Ek Shivaraya Majha
Many kings have risen and fallen in this world, but my king, Shivaji, is one in a million.

Haat Tujha Pathishi Vaar Jhelu Chhatishi
If your hand is on my back, I will face every blow on my chest.

Dhaal Tujhi Honyacha Maan De
Grant me the honor of being your shield.

Maval Maval Pathishi Bara Maval
The loyal warriors of every valley stand behind you.

Devala Shodhaya Dhavun Aala Raul
The king came racing like a divine spirit to claim his destiny.

Deva Ra Deva Saar Pavan Jhala Ra, Aarti Ovala Majha Raja Aala Ra
O Lord, everything has now become sacred; so light the lamps, for my king has finally arrived.

Toran Bandhun Sajara He Karu Aukshan Kumkum Bhalavar
Come, let us decorate with garlands and welcome him by applying sacred vermilion on his forehead.

Shivabana Dola Pahin An Dola Sara Panavala
As I gaze upon Shivaji, my eyes fill with tears of devotion.

Sashtang Darshanacha Hya Devpujanacha, Ha Daivayog Bhagyat Yava
May the fortune of this divine worship and humble prostration be written in our destiny.

Dhwaj Unch Unch Bhagva Ha Vandaniya Bhagva, Ha Aasamant Bhagva Karaya
The revered saffron flag flies high, turning the entire horizon into a sea of saffron.

Janm Sarth Karanyasi Prarthana Hi Charanasi
To make this life meaningful, I pray at your feet.

Pran Arpanyacha Sanman De
Grant me the honor of laying down my life for this purpose.