Rama Madhav (2014) User Reviews

Great opportunity to experience the glorious era of Maratha Empire with the background of emerging love story

[mandarpawar · 9/10 · 9 June 2015]

"Rama Madhav" ,as movie depicts, is not only the love story of Shreemant Peshvah Madhavrao and Ramabai, but it is also the untold story of "Shaniwarwada", a six storey palace, built in area of 6 acres, by Shreemant Peshvah Thorila Bajirao . I believe that taking a decision to direct and produce a periodic drama film is really appreciable and risky task as this genre has its unique demands such as talented and experienced cast, intense research of characters and language, expensive sets and costumes which causes swelling of budget. I must say that the movie is brilliantly made film which depicts the eternal love story of Rama-Madhav when forces of Maratha military conquered Delhi. Maratha Empire was at its Zenith and Madhavrao, in his short life of 29 years, helped spread the empire all over India, fighting against external forces like Nijamshah and Afghan invaders as well as internal enemies like Raghunathrao, who was his uncle and very brave Maratha warrior. Movie also portraits character of Raghunathrao aka Raghobadada and his emotionally disturbed state when he came to know his mistakes that caused Madhavrao to suffer many consequences. The scenes showing emotional collapse and death of Peshwah Balaji Bajirao aka Nanasaheb Peshave when he heard that Vishwasrao and Sadashivrao aka Bhau got killed in the third battle of Panipat, arrival of look-a-likes of Sadashivrao as no one knew whether Bhau got killed in the battle or was alive because his dead- body was not identified on the battlefield, the dialogues between lead couple and climax scene of Rama going "Sati" after death of her husband, are fantastic. Hugeness and grandeur of Shaniwarwada was eye pleasing. Excellent cinematography. Fabulous performances by Prasad Oak, Mrunal Kulkarni, Ravindra Mankani, Shruti Marathe and Alok Rajwade, Parn Pethe. The tour of Shaniwarwada when Rama enters the palace for the first time and her exploration was memorable. Background score was good. Ganpati Aarti was very creatively composed song by Anand Modak. Production design was excellent. The film was must watch for those who love to watch period films as it is best opportunity to experience the glorious era of Maratha Empire.

Awesome mix of romantic comedy and drama

[peter-ryan8 · 10/10 · 9 August 2014]

Just watched रमा माधव. Awesome mix of romantic comedy and drama. You can actually see the glory of Marathi culture during peshwa rule in the movie and great direction by mrunal Kulkarni. I was impressed. I wasn't expecting any comedy at all . It was a sweet surprise.

This is a love story of 17th century of Madhavrao Peshwa assuming duties of Prime minister of Maratha Empire in his early 20s and his wife Ramaa. The story engages itself into sweet romance and how life of young aggressive peshwa is complemented by soft and sensitive wife. Their love cherishes to the point where they cannot stay apart for a second.

I did not know that their love story was so classic I had thought that it would have been copy of the famous book swami. But the book starts only after interval

Great looking and well acted, but empty

[aalaap · 5/10 · 9 August 2014]

Rama Madhav claims to focus on the life of the women in the Peshwa period, but that may not have been the best idea, as the women actually do nothing of significance in the whole movie. We are told nothing about the titular character as she is shown to be married at a young age to Madhavrao. She does nothing other than act (amusingly) confused and pine for her husband when he's away at war. There's no real courtship between them, there's no conflict, there's no resolution. Other than the subplot about Raghunathrao wanting to take over the throne, there's no central plot with the main characters. There's nothing going on. I know that it's based on historical character, but perhaps a movie adaptation requires a little more than simply translating a legend. I'm no history buff, but I know that this wasn't very effective as a movie.

I'd still recommend watching it, because the movie looks fantastic and has some really great, convincing performances by the main cast and all the ladies. The language is authentic sounding, transporting you back to the 1700's effectively. I can't say much about the direction, but I'm not sure there is any. It's also a bit too long, particularly the second half which feels like a drag.