An epic retelling of an interesting chapter from Maratha history
The movie, which was delayed owing to the pandemic, is primarily based on just one of the most renowned incidents from Maratha heritage – the Struggle of Pavan Khind. At the outset, the makers make it apparent that this is not a entire documentation of the struggle, its prelude or aftermath, but a cinematic recreation intended to showcase the bravery of the Marathas involved in this battle. 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 (earlier acknowledged as Ghod Khind) and the bravery shown by Bajiprabhu Deshpande and the Bandal army of 600 against the Siddhi Masud and the troopers of the Adilshahi Sultanate is nicely recognised across Maharashtra. The end result – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s prosperous escape from Panhalgad to Vishalgad. But, does Lanjekar thrive in recreating this crucial chapter from Marathi record on display? Unquestionably!
Pawankhind is a complete cinematic encounter that is fit for the large monitor. The movie is bold in trying to take a look at this story in two and a 50 percent hours, but it largely succeeds in making the ideal make up and ambience that prospects to a fantastic 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 genuine battle, Pawankhind lays out all its cards in front you chronologically, whilst inducing a dose of background, drama and even comedian aid in amongst. The movie does not pass up out on supplying thanks credit rating to the vast majority of the generals who assisted Shivaji Maharaj realise his aspiration of Swarajya.
As for the actors, it’s not an uncomplicated process to bring some of the most effectively –known names from the Marathi movie and Television set market together 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 just about every actor has provided his very best to their roles. Even the supporting solid has some unforgettable performances from Kshitee Jog as Badi Begum, Harish Dudhade as Bahirji Naik, Shivraj Waichal as Harpya, Rishi Saxena as Rustam Zaman. An additional noteworthy efficiency that stands out is that of Ajinkya Nanaware as Shiva Kashid, the gentleman who resembled Shivaji Maharaj and sacrificed himself for his king. The scenes involving Ajinkya and Chinmay are bound to bring tears to your eyes.
Whilst Pawankhind excels in storytelling, the technical areas, nevertheless superior, could have been much better. The background rating overpowers dialogues in some critical scenes, and the action choreography in some scenes fails to make the minimize. Having said that, all stated and carried out, the whole team has accomplished its most effective to make this a big screen expertise. It’s possible with a even larger spending plan, these factors can be ironed out in the adhering to films of Lanjekar’s series.
For now, Pawankhind is a fantastic look at, and at the cinemas only.