An epic retelling of an interesting chapter from Maratha history

Immediately after Farzand and Fatteshikast, Digpal Lanjekar’s initial two motion pictures in the collection of films focused to the bravery of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and the Maratha military, the writer-director returns with a bang in the 3rd film of the series – Pawankhind.

The film, which was delayed because of to the pandemic, is primarily based on just one of the most well-known incidents from Maratha record – the Battle of Pavan Khind. At the outset, the makers make it apparent that this is not a total documentation of the struggle, its prelude or aftermath, but a cinematic recreation intended to showcase the bravery of the Marathas involved in this struggle. So, there are cinematic liberties taken in this retelling, but the crux of the story is maintained.

The story about the Fight of Pavan Khind (before recognized as Ghod Khind) and the bravery shown by Bajiprabhu Deshpande and the Bandal military of 600 against the Siddhi Masud and the soldiers of the Adilshahi Sultanate is effectively recognized across Maharashtra. The end result – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s prosperous escape from Panhalgad to Vishalgad. But, does Lanjekar thrive in recreating this significant chapter from Marathi history on display screen? Definitely!

Pawankhind is a complete cinematic expertise that is in good shape for the large display screen. The film is bold in trying to check out this tale in two and a 50 % hours, but it largely succeeds in producing the proper make up and atmosphere that leads to a amazing climax. From laying out the cause and the people associated in it, to the siege of Panhala by Siddhi Jauhar, the escape program and the true struggle, Pawankhind lays out all its cards in entrance you chronologically, even though inducing a dose of history, drama and even comedian aid in among. The movie doesn’t skip out on giving owing credit score to the the greater part of the generals who assisted Shivaji Maharaj realise his dream of Swarajya.

As for the actors, it’s not an simple undertaking to convey some of the most perfectly –known names from the Marathi film and Television set business together in a multi-starrer of this scale. But the casting office 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 each and every actor has presented his best to their roles. Even the supporting forged has some unforgettable performances from Kshitee Jog as Badi Begum, Harish Dudhade as Bahirji Naik, Shivraj Waichal as Harpya, Rishi Saxena as Rustam Zaman. One more notable functionality 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 convey tears to your eyes.

Even though Pawankhind excels in storytelling, the technological elements, even though fantastic, could have been superior. The history rating overpowers dialogues in some essential scenes, and the motion choreography in some scenes fails to make the minimize. Having said that, all said and completed, the complete team has carried out its most effective to make this a large monitor practical experience. Perhaps with a more substantial spending plan, these factors can be ironed out in the following movies of Lanjekar’s collection.

For now, Pawankhind is a terrific view, and at the cinemas only.