An epic retelling of an interesting chapter from Maratha history
The film, which was delayed owing to the pandemic, is primarily based on one particular of the most famous incidents from Maratha historical past – the Struggle of Pavan Khind. At the outset, the makers make it apparent that this is not a comprehensive documentation of the fight, its prelude or aftermath, but a cinematic recreation intended to showcase the bravery of the Marathas included in this battle. So, there are cinematic liberties taken in this retelling, but the crux of the story is maintained.
The story about the Struggle of Pavan Khind (previously recognized as Ghod Khind) and the bravery displayed by Bajiprabhu Deshpande and the Bandal military of 600 versus the Siddhi Masud and the troopers of the Adilshahi Sultanate is properly known across Maharashtra. The final result – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s effective escape from Panhalgad to Vishalgad. But, does Lanjekar be successful in recreating this crucial chapter from Marathi history on monitor? Absolutely!
Pawankhind is a comprehensive cinematic expertise that is match for the large display. The movie is ambitious in making an attempt to discover this tale in two and a half hours, but it mainly succeeds in developing the correct develop up and ambience that sales opportunities to a amazing climax. From laying out the explanation and the characters involved in it, to the siege of Panhala by Siddhi Jauhar, the escape plan and the real battle, Pawankhind lays out all its cards in front you chronologically, even though inducing a dose of historical past, drama and even comic aid in concerning. The film does not miss out on out on giving due credit score to the majority of the generals who served Shivaji Maharaj realise his desire of Swarajya.
As for the actors, it’s not an quick undertaking to provide some of the most very well –known names from the Marathi movie and Television set business jointly in a multi-starrer of this scale. But the casting section 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 individual actor has given his very best to their roles. Even the supporting cast has some unforgettable performances from Kshitee Jog as Badi Begum, Harish Dudhade as Bahirji Naik, Shivraj Waichal as Harpya, Rishi Saxena as Rustam Zaman. A further notable general performance 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 sure to deliver tears to your eyes.
While Pawankhind excels in storytelling, the specialized facets, though very good, could have been better. The track record score overpowers dialogues in some significant scenes, and the motion choreography in some scenes fails to make the lower. Nonetheless, all mentioned and carried out, the full workforce has performed its finest to make this a big screen working experience. Possibly with a greater funds, these matters can be ironed out in the following films of Lanjekar’s sequence.
For now, Pawankhind is a wonderful view, and at the cinemas only.