Bajirao Mastani

Bajirao Mastani - The Film is a 2015 Indian epic historical romance

Bajirao Mastani :

Bajirao Mastani is a 2015 Indian epic historical romance film produced and directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who also composed the music score of the film. The film stars Ranveer Singh as Bajirao I, Priyanka Chopra as Kashibai, and Deepika Padukone as Mastani. The film also features Tanvi Azmi, Vaibbhav Tatwawdi and Milind Soman. Based on the Marathi novel Raau by Nagnath S. Inamdar, the film narrates the story of the Maratha warrior Peshwa Bajirao(1700-1740 AD) and his Muslim wife Mastani.

The film was in development for 15 years, Bhansali wanted to make the film after Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. However, several times, the production was delayed due to the changing cast. Principal photography started in mid 2014, after the casting of principle roles were finalised. The film was released on 18 December 2015 to positive reviews from critics, who praised the direction, cinematography, production design, costumes, music and performances, particularly of Padukone,Chopra and Singh.