Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, this war drama is based on historical facts with some creative liberties along the way. Shadashivrao Bhau (Arjun Kapoor) is a commander in his cousin Nanasaheb Peshwa’s (played by Mohnish Bahl) army. After emerging victorious in a battle, Shadashivrao Bhau is chosen by the Maratha Peshwa to lead their army to Delhi. Simultaneously Ahmad Shah Abdali (Sanjay Dutt), the king of Afghanistan, has set on a journey to India by being allied with Najib-Ud-Daula (Mantra). He intends to defeat Marathas and stop their kingdom from growing.
Shadashivrao Bhau is accompanied by his wife, Parvati Bai (Kriti Sanon), his nephew and the Peshwa heir - Vishwasrao (played by Abhishek Nigam), his cousin, Shamsher Bahadur (played by Sahil Salathia) and his trusted adviser, Ibrahim Khan Gardi (played by Nawab Khan). As their journey grows, alliances are made with other kings to defeat Ahmad Shah Abdali's massive army. In the mid-way of their journey they face Ahmad Shah Abdali’s army, the only thing standing in the way is the raging waters of the Yamuna.
‘Panipat’ is laced with layered narrative showcasing the complex politics and the strategies of a war of the period. The chemistry between Kriti Sanon and Arjun Kapoor, as the story delves into their love story, is one of the high points of the film. But with a run-time of close to three hours, the movie becomes lengthy and sometimes it feels tedious.
The actors have done a tremendous job, and they pull in an effortless performance. The film’s massive budget is apparent in every scene. Other aspects like the costume design by Neeta Lulla and the sets and production design by Nitin Chandrakant Desai also stand out. The music directors Ajay and Atul have given beautiful songs to the movie.
However, the film shines in the final battle, where all the hard work and effort have gone into making the movie is witnessed. The war sequence is fleshed in a way that gives goosebumps. The cinematography by C.K. Muraleedharan, sound design by Stephen Gomes, and the visual effects elevates the movie.
‘Panipat’ does not hold back in showcasing the unshakeable bravery, courage and the strong principles of the Marathas.
Shadashivrao Bhau is accompanied by his wife, Parvati Bai (Kriti Sanon), his nephew and the Peshwa heir - Vishwasrao (played by Abhishek Nigam), his cousin, Shamsher Bahadur (played by Sahil Salathia) and his trusted adviser, Ibrahim Khan Gardi (played by Nawab Khan). As their journey grows, alliances are made with other kings to defeat Ahmad Shah Abdali's massive army. In the mid-way of their journey they face Ahmad Shah Abdali’s army, the only thing standing in the way is the raging waters of the Yamuna.
‘Panipat’ is laced with layered narrative showcasing the complex politics and the strategies of a war of the period. The chemistry between Kriti Sanon and Arjun Kapoor, as the story delves into their love story, is one of the high points of the film. But with a run-time of close to three hours, the movie becomes lengthy and sometimes it feels tedious.
The actors have done a tremendous job, and they pull in an effortless performance. The film’s massive budget is apparent in every scene. Other aspects like the costume design by Neeta Lulla and the sets and production design by Nitin Chandrakant Desai also stand out. The music directors Ajay and Atul have given beautiful songs to the movie.
However, the film shines in the final battle, where all the hard work and effort have gone into making the movie is witnessed. The war sequence is fleshed in a way that gives goosebumps. The cinematography by C.K. Muraleedharan, sound design by Stephen Gomes, and the visual effects elevates the movie.
‘Panipat’ does not hold back in showcasing the unshakeable bravery, courage and the strong principles of the Marathas.
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