Shahaji Raje Bhosale
Shahaji Raje Bhosale was the father of Shivaji Bhosale and the founder of the Maratha Founder. He was famous as a military leader in the 17th century who served in Bijapur, Ahmadnagar Sultanate and Mughal Empire. He received the empire of Pune because of his father Maloji who served Ahmednagar. After conquering the Mughal Deccan, he joined Mughal Empire and served Shah Jahan for a short period.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Shahaji Bhosale
- Born: c. 1602
- Died: 1664
- Predecessor: Maloji
- Successor: Shivaji Maharaj
- Religion: Hinduism
- Dynasty: Bhosale
- Spouse: Jijabai, Tukabai, Narsabai
- Father: Maloji
- Mother: Uma Bai
- Famous as: Jagirdar of Pune | Jagirdar of Bangalore