'Jodha Akbar' e-book, mobile game launched

Ekta Kapoor's first historical drama 'Jodha Akbar' took the digital route on Friday with the launch of its first e-book and mobile game.

The mobile game also called 'Jodha Akbar' was launched by actor Rajat Tokas, who plays Akbar. Paridhi Sharma, seen as Jodha, unveiled the e-book titled "The Zee TV Mughal Empire E-Book".

The e-book and mobile game were released at the ND Studio in Karjat, 90 km from Mumbai.

The mobile game comprises six mini games. It gives players a chance to step into the shoes of Akbar and conquer a fort to rescue his ladylove Jodha.

The e-book, which has attractive graphics, presents historical facts and figures through vibrant pictures.

Paridhi said the e-book is 'an innovative creation'.

"This e-book is an innovative creation and an easy way to know the Mughal history. It's visually appealing and its purpose is not just education but edutainment," she said.

Both the applications can be downloaded on Android platforms and will soon be available on IOS platform as well.

Produced by Balaji Telefilms, 'Jodha Akbar' went on air on June 18, 2013 on Zee TV.