Jay Shivaji Jay Bhavani. Shivaji Bhonsle known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, was an Indian warrior king and a member of the Bhonsle Maratha clan. Shivaji was born in the hill-fort of Shivneri, near the city of Junnar. Shivaji was extremely devoted to his mother Jijabai, who was deeply religious.