In 2005, Raj Thackeray emotionally announced his decision to quit Shiv Sena, founded by his uncle Balasaheb Thackeray, attributing his departure to a lack of respect. He later formed the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena. Two decades later, both Raj and his cousin Uddhav, who faced political challenges, hinted at a possible reunion to prioritise Maharashtra's welfare over personal disputes.