An epic retelling of an interesting chapter from Maratha history
The film, which was delayed owing to the pandemic, is centered on one of the most well known incidents from Maratha history – the Fight of Pavan Khind. At the outset, the makers make it apparent that this is not a entire documentation of the battle, its prelude or aftermath, but a cinematic recreation intended to showcase the bravery of the Marathas associated in this struggle. So, there are cinematic liberties taken in this retelling, but the crux of the tale is managed.
The tale about the Battle of Pavan Khind (earlier recognized as Ghod Khind) and the bravery displayed by Bajiprabhu Deshpande and the Bandal army of 600 against the Siddhi Masud and the soldiers of the Adilshahi Sultanate is effectively recognized across Maharashtra. The final result – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s successful escape from Panhalgad to Vishalgad. But, does Lanjekar be successful in recreating this significant chapter from Marathi history on display? Totally!
Pawankhind is a comprehensive cinematic working experience that is fit for the big monitor. The film is bold in striving to discover this story in two and a 50 % several hours, but it largely succeeds in generating the suitable create up and atmosphere that prospects to a amazing climax. From laying out the reason and the figures included in it, to the siege of Panhala by Siddhi Jauhar, the escape system and the true fight, Pawankhind lays out all its cards in entrance you chronologically, even though inducing a dose of historical past, drama and even comedian relief in concerning. The film doesn’t miss out on out on providing thanks credit score to the vast majority of the generals who served Shivaji Maharaj realise his desire of Swarajya.
As for the actors, it is not an easy undertaking to bring some of the most nicely –known names from the Marathi movie and Television market collectively in a multi-starrer of this scale. But the casting division and makers pull off this feat. Chinmay Mandlekar as Shivaji Maharaj, Ajay Purkar as Bajiprabhu Deshpande, Sameer Dharmadhikari as Siddhi Jauhar, Aastad Kale as Siddhi Masud, Ankit Mohan as Rayaji Bandal, Mrinal Kulkarni as Maasaheb Jijau, Akshay Waghmare as Koyaji Bandal every actor has presented his ideal to their roles. Even the supporting solid has some memorable performances from Kshitee Jog as Badi Begum, Harish Dudhade as Bahirji Naik, Shivraj Waichal as Harpya, Rishi Saxena as Rustam Zaman. A different noteworthy performance that stands out is that of Ajinkya Nanaware as Shiva Kashid, the person who resembled Shivaji Maharaj and sacrificed himself for his king. The scenes involving Ajinkya and Chinmay are sure to convey tears to your eyes.
Although Pawankhind excels in storytelling, the technical elements, even though great, could have been improved. The background score overpowers dialogues in some vital scenes, and the action choreography in some scenes fails to make the reduce. Nevertheless, all stated and done, the complete crew has accomplished its very best to make this a massive screen working experience. Perhaps with a larger budget, these points can be ironed out in the following movies of Lanjekar’s collection.
For now, Pawankhind is a terrific look at, and at the cinemas only.