Movie Analysis

Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior is biopic of Tanaji Malusare, right hand of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and a great Maratha warrior. In 1665, Mughal emperor Aurangzeb attacked and captured the strategically important Kondhana Fort. To make it a control centre of Southern India, Aurangzeb sends his most trusted commander Uday Bhan Rathod as its caretaker. When Tanhaji came to know about this, he steps up and promise Shivaji Maharaj that once again Maratha flag will hoist in Kondhana. On February 4, 1670, Tanhaji with around 300 soldiers successfully captured the fort. This is director Om Raut's debut Bollywood film and he has done a fabulous job. Storyline is seamlessly developed. The dialogues exhibits great intensity of patriotism. The music and background score support the plot and contributes to the atmosphere of war. Bollywood is changing and now the glorious history of our unsung brave heroes is getting a long waited recognition. Tanhaji keeps you invested for every single second in the movie. Movie heavily depends on the CGI and the war sequences are a visual treat. It's inspiring and glorious. Its cinematography is striking and impressive. Songs aren't very great but suits with the plot. Ajay Devgn's charismatic performance gives a satisfaction every time he's on the screen. His dialogue delivery will ignite the flame of patriotism is your heart. On the other side Saif Ali Khan has given a superior and breathtaking performance. He looks evil. He's ruthless and his madness don't have limits. Kajol in a little screen time given wins viewers hearts. Sharad Kelkar as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj has also played his role very well. Overall Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior is compelling and amusing movie. It's a powerful action-packed entertainer.