PAVHNA

• Title: PAVHNA 

• ISBN: 9789395477963

• Edition: 3

• Publishing Year: 1966

• Pages: 92

• Language: Marathi

• Category: Novel

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Binding: Paperback

Description:

• Plot:

  • The novel is set in a village called Shivapurwadi during the Mhai festival. Bhimu, a young man, visits his maternal uncle's home and falls in love with Fuli, a married woman whose husband is rarely home.

  • Bhimu and Fuli share a few intimate moments, leading to complications. Meanwhile, Jaising, the landlord’s son, returns to the village from the city and becomes friends with Bhimu.

  • The story also revolves around the "bad four" (Bajirao Bhosalya, Sirapa Atyalya, Yesya Shevalya, and Janu Upalya), who are notorious for their criminal acts—such as brewing local alcohol, stealing livestock, and molesting young girls.

  • Bhimu learns of their malicious deeds and joins Jaising in his plan to confront them. A violent confrontation ensues, where the "bad four" are severely injured.

  • The novel explores themes of justice, vengeance, and the personal consequences of violence. Bhimu’s anger over Fuli’s rape pushes him to take part in a dangerous fight with the perpetrators, showcasing a complex emotional journey.