First look of ‘JungJauhar’ to be released on social media on 13th July
13th July 1660 will be remembered in Maratha history for the great battle of Pavankhind . The great Maratha warriors led by Bajiprabhu Deshpande and the Bandal army created a history with their bravery act. Now, this part of the history will be seen on big screen soon through forthcoming Marathi film ‘JungJauhar‘ . This will be another big offering from Writer – director Digpal Lanjekar after successfully offering grand history based films like ‘Farzand’ (read review) and ‘Fateshikast’ (read review).
360 years have passed since this great battle was fought. And therefore it was a big challenge before the makers of this film Ajay and Anirudh Aarekar of Almonds Creations, who recreated the scenes with suitable huge sets, difficult action scenes with the help of advanced technical support. Therefore, there is a lot of curiosity about this film. The film stars Mrinal Kulkarni and Chinmay Mandlekar in prominent lead roles along with the big team of 21 talented artistes. Coinciding with this day of historical battle, the first look of this film will be released on 13th July 2020 on social media.
‘Jungjauhar’ muhurat performed at historical Raigad Fort
Raigad Fort in Maharashtra has a special significance, reminding us about the sacrifice of the brave soldiers part of the army of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. And one of them was great Baji Prabhu Deshpande, who fought bravely with the army of Siddhi Jouhar at Pawankhind , when they were surrounded at Panhalgad.
Director Digpal Lanjekar known for making films on such historical battles and was heroes, was inspired by the battle fought by Baji Prabhu Deshpande and hence decided to make a film to enable the audience to feel his bravery act in cinematic form. During the muhurat ceremony director Digpal Lanjekar and actor Chinmay Mandlekar performed the pooja. On this occasion other artistes of the film like Ankit Mohan, Harish Dudhade, Hrishi Saxena, Vikram Gaikwad, Rohan Mankani and Sushrut Mankani were present.
Produced by Ajay Aniruddh Aarekar this film is expected to release in the month of June.
‘Jungjauhar’ will be a tribute to Great warrior Baji Prabhu Deshpande
During the period when Shiv Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was fighting against the aggression of Mughal Kings, there were many of his trusted people, who were ready to sacrifice their lives for the safety of their respected King. One of them was Baji Prabhu Deshpande. Baji’s main role was in many battles, but he played a key role in safety of Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj, when Siddhi Jouhar surrounded the Panhalgad fort with his soldiers.
It was Baji Prabhu Deshpande who suggested his Shivaji Maharaj to proceed to Vishalgad , realizing the Vijapur army following him and he himself along with his brother Fulaji and 300 Bandal soldiers fought a fierce battle in Ghodkhind bravely, till Shivaji Maharaj reached Vishalgad. The great sacrifice of Baji Prabhu Deshpande and his soldiers can be seen in forthcoming Marathi film ‘JungJauhar’ , which will be released in June 2020.
Digpal Lanjekar who directed two history based films like ‘Farzand’ and ‘Fatehshikast’, will be directing this film for producers Ajay and Aniruddh Arekar. The teaser of this film has been released recently.