India, Feb. 19 -- The Maratha king and warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj holds a very important place in every Indian's life, including the life of actor Shreyas Talpade. His stories of bravery and the way he stood up against the might of the Mughals, has instilled confidence in many warriors after him. Today, on Chhatrapti Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, as we celebrate the warrior king, Shreyas Talpade opens up on how his life has been influenced by him.

"It's very rare that you would find a Maharashtrian who doesn't worship Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj," says the actor, adding, "His stories of valour, his wit, his vision, his leadership, the kind of fighter that he was, and the kind of king and leader that he was, everything continues to in...