Tanhaji

Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior is a 2020 Indian Hindi-language period action film directed by Om Raut. The film stars Ajay Devgn in the titular role of Tanaji Malusare, a 17th-century Maratha warrior and trusted lieutenant of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Kajol plays his wife, Savitribai Malusare, and Saif Ali Khan portrays the antagonist Udaybhan Rathod, a Rajput fort commander in the Mughal army.

The story is set in 1670 and chronicles the Battle of Kondhana, where Tanaji Malusare leads a daring mission to recapture the Kondhana fort, which had been seized by the Mughals under Aurangzeb. The fort was strategically important, and its recapture was crucial for the Maratha empire. The film depicts Tanaji's personal struggles and his unwavering loyalty to Shivaji Maharaj as he embarks on this perilous mission, knowing he might not return.

The production of Tanhaji involved extensive use of visual effects, particularly for its battle sequences and historical setting. The film was shot in 3D and received a wide release. Upon its release, Tanhaji received generally positive reviews, with praise for its action choreography, visual effects, and performances, particularly from Devgn and Khan. The film also proved to be a significant commercial success, becoming one of the highest-grossing Indian films of 2020. It won accolades for its technical aspects and was recognized for its portrayal of historical events, albeit with dramatic embellishments.