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Jodha & Akbar 2013

★ 5.5/10 · 14 votes NR DramaFamily 1 seasons · 565 eps Returning Series
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What is Jodha & Akbar?

The television series "Jodha & Akbar" is a historical drama that explores the story of a sixteenth century political marriage between a Mughal emperor and a Rajput princess. The show focuses on the functioning of the queens, the courts, courtesans, and the ministers, as well as the wars of that time and the relations between the Mughals and the Rajputs.

Type
TV series
Year
2013
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
565
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Jun 18, 2013
Last aired
May 8, 2024
Original language
HI
Origin
IN
Networks
Zee TV, ZEE5, Zee Alwan, Weyyak
Genres
Drama, Family
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The television series "Jodha & Akbar" is a historical drama that explores the story of a sixteenth century political marriage between a Mughal emperor and a Rajput princess. The show focuses on the functioning of the queens, the courts, courtesans, and the ministers, as well as the wars of that time and the relations between the Mughals and the Rajputs. It is an epic drama that portrays the life and times of the Mughal emperor and his wife. The series was produced by Ekta Kapoor under Balaji Telefilms and aired on Zee TV. It starred Rajat Tokas and Paridhi Sharma in the lead roles. The show received praise from critics for its acting performances, scope, soundtrack, and production.

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Should you watch it?

“A political marriage between a Mughal emperor and a Rajput princess evolves into a transformative love story.”

Reasons to watch
  • captivating period setting
  • exploration of cultural dynamics
  • focus on court intrigue
Keep in mind
  • heavy emphasis on political maneuvering
  • complex character relationships

Watch it if you enjoy sweeping historical dramas that blend romance with political power struggles.

The series features intense period drama and depictions of historical warfare.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the series about?

It depicts the political marriage between Emperor Akbar and Princess Jodha Bai and its impact on India.

What time period is featured?

The story is set in the sixteenth century.

Does the show feature wars?

Yes, the drama portrays the wars of the time and relations between the Mughals and the Rajputs.

What aspects of court life are shown?

The narrative covers the roles of queens, courts, courtesans, and ministers.

How does the relationship develop?

The story focuses on how a marriage of convenience evolves into a love that changes the fate of India.