The movie, which was delayed because of to the pandemic, is based mostly on 1 of the most well-known incidents from Maratha background – the Fight of Pavan Khind. At the outset, the makers make it crystal clear that this is not a total documentation of the fight, its prelude or aftermath, but a cinematic recreation meant to showcase the bravery of the Marathas involved in this fight. So, there are cinematic liberties taken in this retelling, but the crux of the tale is maintained.
The story about the Fight of Pavan Khind (before identified as Ghod Khind) and the bravery shown by Bajiprabhu Deshpande and the Bandal military of 600 towards the Siddhi Masud and the soldiers of the Adilshahi Sultanate is nicely recognized across Maharashtra. The result – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s thriving escape from Panhalgad to Vishalgad. But, does Lanjekar realize success in recreating this significant chapter from Marathi record on display? Absolutely!
Pawankhind is a complete cinematic encounter that is suit for the major monitor. The movie is formidable in attempting to discover this tale in two and a half hrs, but it mainly succeeds in making the ideal build up and atmosphere that qualified prospects to a amazing climax. From laying out the purpose and the figures included in it, to the siege of Panhala by Siddhi Jauhar, the escape program and the genuine fight, Pawankhind lays out all its playing cards in front you chronologically, even though inducing a dose of heritage, drama and even comedian aid in involving. The film does not miss out on out on supplying owing credit rating to the greater part of the generals who aided Shivaji Maharaj realise his aspiration of Swarajya.
As for the actors, it’s not an straightforward endeavor to convey some of the most perfectly –known names from the Marathi movie and Television sector alongside one another 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 actor has specified his ideal to their roles. Even the supporting forged has some memorable performances from Kshitee Jog as Badi Begum, Harish Dudhade as Bahirji Naik, Shivraj Waichal as Harpya, Rishi Saxena as Rustam Zaman. An additional noteworthy functionality 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.
When Pawankhind excels in storytelling, the specialized facets, however superior, could have been far better. The background rating overpowers dialogues in some significant scenes, and the motion choreography in some scenes fails to make the slash. On the other hand, all mentioned and done, the full staff has accomplished its finest to make this a large display working experience. Probably with a more substantial finances, these things can be ironed out in the adhering to films of Lanjekar’s collection.
For now, Pawankhind is a terrific observe, and at the cinemas only.