Well done, Shivang. B&W purist may want to gently open blacks in a few regions (lower left in particular, as seen on a calibrated Eizo display)!

I would look for Raj's verdict on B&W processing! I rely on Raj for his fine sense and expertise on tonal management, which comes with a great deal of hands on experience in printing amoung other things!

Wonderful rim lighting and mood created. Form and presence of the lion so well brought out. As Ganesh says I can see some shadow detail ...How much to bring out can be personal preference and the mood of the image ....

Fantastic rim light. Looks beautiful in black and white

Wonderful rim light n hint of details in shadows.
Tfs.