
Movie Name: Bajirao Mastani (2015)
Directed by: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Written by: Prakash R. Kapadia (screenplay), Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Mallika Dutt Gharde
Starring by: Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra, Tanvi Azmi
Genres: Historical, Romance, Drama
Country: India
Language: Hindi
Set in 18th-century India, Bajirao Mastani chronicles the passionate and tumultuous love story between Peshwa Bajirao I, a revered Maratha general, and Mastani, a warrior princess of mixed heritage. Despite Bajirao’s existing marriage to the noble Kashibai, his profound connection with Mastani defies societal norms and ignites political unrest. As their forbidden love faces vehement opposition from Bajirao’s conservative family and the rigid caste system, the trio becomes entangled in a poignant saga of love, loyalty, and sacrifice. The film delves deep into the complexities of duty versus desire, set against the backdrop of grand battles and opulent palaces, highlighting the enduring power of love amidst adversity.