An epic retelling of an interesting chapter from Maratha history

Right after Farzand and Fatteshikast, Digpal Lanjekar’s 1st two flicks in the sequence of movies focused to the bravery of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and the Maratha army, the writer-director returns with a bang in the third movie of the sequence – Pawankhind.

The movie, which was delayed thanks to the pandemic, is based on just one of the most famed incidents from Maratha historical past – the Fight of Pavan Khind. At the outset, the makers make it obvious that this is not a finish documentation of the battle, its prelude or aftermath, but a cinematic recreation meant to showcase the bravery of the Marathas concerned in this battle. So, there are cinematic liberties taken in this retelling, but the crux of the story is preserved.

The story about the Struggle of Pavan Khind (before regarded as Ghod Khind) and the bravery displayed by Bajiprabhu Deshpande and the Bandal army of 600 towards the Siddhi Masud and the troopers of the Adilshahi Sultanate is very well known across Maharashtra. The consequence – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s successful escape from Panhalgad to Vishalgad. But, does Lanjekar realize success in recreating this important chapter from Marathi record on display screen? Absolutely!

Pawankhind is a complete cinematic practical experience that is match for the big display screen. The film is formidable in making an attempt to take a look at this story in two and a half several hours, but it largely succeeds in building the appropriate make up and atmosphere that leads to a amazing climax. From laying out the rationale and the figures involved in it, to the siege of Panhala by Siddhi Jauhar, the escape program and the precise battle, Pawankhind lays out all its playing cards in entrance you chronologically, while inducing a dose of history, drama and even comic aid in in between. The film doesn’t miss out on out on offering due credit rating to the greater part of the generals who assisted Shivaji Maharaj realise his desire of Swarajya.

As for the actors, it’s not an simple process to provide some of the most nicely –known names from the Marathi film and Tv set market alongside one another in a multi-starrer of this scale. But the casting department 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 just about every actor has specified his most effective to their roles. Even the supporting cast has some memorable performances from Kshitee Jog as Badi Begum, Harish Dudhade as Bahirji Naik, Shivraj Waichal as Harpya, Rishi Saxena as Rustam Zaman. Yet another notable overall performance that stands out is that of Ajinkya Nanaware as Shiva Kashid, the man who resembled Shivaji Maharaj and sacrificed himself for his king. The scenes involving Ajinkya and Chinmay are sure to bring tears to your eyes.

While Pawankhind excels in storytelling, the technological elements, however good, could have been much better. The track record score overpowers dialogues in some vital scenes, and the motion choreography in some scenes fails to make the minimize. However, all stated and performed, the entire crew has carried out its greatest to make this a major screen expertise. Maybe with a even larger finances, these things can be ironed out in the adhering to films of Lanjekar’s collection.

For now, Pawankhind is a wonderful check out, and at the cinemas only.