Amar Chitra Katha #23

"Shivaji" in Amar Chitra Katha #23 (1971, India Book House, 2.50 INR) tells the gripping tale of the young Maratha leader rallying a band of warriors to defy the Sultan. With bold strikes and cunning tactics, Shivaji withstands betrayal and battles the Sultan’s forces, only to face a new challenge when Aurangzeb dispatches Raja Jai Singh to confront him. Written by B. R. Bhagwat and brought to life by Pratap Mulick in every role—art, inks, color, and lettering—this issue captures a pivotal chapter in Shivaji’s rise, with Mulick’s dynamic cover by him also anchoring the story’s intensity.