3. Jodha Akbar (Balaji Telefilms/ Zee TV)
It is not like Balaji's this historical period drama, based on sixteenth century era, zeroed in television by TRP-queen Ekta Kapoor wasn't expected to succeed. Still, the level of success it gained across was unexpected for. Especially when the show got involved in many history-to- reality conflicts ever since the news of its making went public. To add more to the critical situation, Rajput society protested severely against the show and threatened to shut it down. Anyway, the team stood their ground justifiably and continued on; which turned fruitful for the show. Jodha Akbar, one of the highest TRPs earners in small screen is also a huge success at critical front. Marched with fantastic performances, grandeur sets and exquisite execution, the show is still going strong, even after it has been a year of its release- again unexpectedly.
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