The film, which was delayed due to the pandemic, is based on one of the most well-known incidents from Maratha heritage – the Struggle of Pavan Khind. At the outset, the makers make it obvious 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 associated in this battle. So, there are cinematic liberties taken in this retelling, but the crux of the tale is taken care of.
The story about the Battle of Pavan Khind (previously regarded as Ghod Khind) and the bravery displayed by Bajiprabhu Deshpande and the Bandal army of 600 towards the Siddhi Masud and the troopers of the Adilshahi Sultanate is effectively acknowledged throughout Maharashtra. The final result – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s productive escape from Panhalgad to Vishalgad. But, does Lanjekar do well in recreating this essential chapter from Marathi history on display screen? Unquestionably!
Pawankhind is a comprehensive cinematic encounter that is fit for the large display screen. The movie is ambitious in making an attempt to check out this tale in two and a 50 % hrs, but it mostly succeeds in generating the right construct up and atmosphere that prospects to a amazing climax. From laying out the motive and the characters included in it, to the siege of Panhala by Siddhi Jauhar, the escape program and the actual fight, Pawankhind lays out all its playing cards in front you chronologically, while inducing a dose of history, drama and even comedian reduction in involving. The film does not overlook out on giving due credit history to the bulk of the generals who helped Shivaji Maharaj realise his dream of Swarajya.
As for the actors, it is not an effortless endeavor to deliver some of the most effectively –known names from the Marathi movie and Tv business collectively 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 every single actor has offered his very 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. A different notable 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 certain to carry tears to your eyes.
Though Pawankhind excels in storytelling, the complex features, while great, could have been greater. The background score overpowers dialogues in some critical scenes, and the motion choreography in some scenes fails to make the slice. Having said that, all explained and performed, the entire team has accomplished its most effective to make this a massive monitor working experience. Possibly with a bigger spending plan, these things can be ironed out in the next movies of Lanjekar’s collection.
For now, Pawankhind is a terrific view, and at the cinemas only.