An epic retelling of an interesting chapter from Maratha history

After Farzand and Fatteshikast, Digpal Lanjekar’s initially two flicks in the sequence of films devoted to the bravery of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and the Maratha army, the author-director returns with a bang in the third movie of the series – Pawankhind.

The movie, which was delayed because of to the pandemic, is primarily based on just one of the most famous incidents from Maratha heritage – the Fight of Pavan Khind. At the outset, the makers make it apparent that this is not a finish documentation of the fight, its prelude or aftermath, but a cinematic recreation intended 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 preserved.

The story about the Struggle of Pavan Khind (previously recognized as Ghod Khind) and the bravery displayed by Bajiprabhu Deshpande and the Bandal army of 600 in opposition to the Siddhi Masud and the soldiers of the Adilshahi Sultanate is well known throughout Maharashtra. The outcome – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s prosperous escape from Panhalgad to Vishalgad. But, does Lanjekar succeed in recreating this essential chapter from Marathi historical past on display? Totally!

Pawankhind is a complete cinematic working experience that is fit for the massive monitor. The movie is bold in seeking to explore this story in two and a 50 % hours, but it mostly succeeds in developing the suitable construct up and atmosphere that qualified prospects to a amazing climax. From laying out the motive and the characters involved in it, to the siege of Panhala by Siddhi Jauhar, the escape prepare and the true fight, Pawankhind lays out all its cards in front you chronologically, while inducing a dose of heritage, drama and even comedian aid in in between. The film does not pass up out on offering thanks credit history to the greater part of the generals who served Shivaji Maharaj realise his dream of Swarajya.

As for the actors, it’s not an simple job to bring some of the most well –known names from the Marathi movie and Tv marketplace 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 provided his most effective 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. A different 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 bound to provide tears to your eyes.

Although Pawankhind excels in storytelling, the technological aspects, nevertheless good, could have been better. The qualifications rating overpowers dialogues in some essential scenes, and the action choreography in some scenes fails to make the slice. Having said that, all mentioned and performed, the entire staff has accomplished its most effective to make this a significant display screen working experience. Possibly with a even bigger budget, these factors can be ironed out in the pursuing movies of Lanjekar’s collection.

For now, Pawankhind is a good watch, and at the cinemas only.