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Zee TV's historical magnum opus Jodha Akbar -
a consistent slot leader and an undisputed ruler
of weekday primetime - is all set to bid adieu to
its ardent viewers in August, having kept them
glued to the tube for nearly two years. Tapping
into aspects of the royal couple's journey not
explored by any film or book on the subject, the
show began with a ruthless Mughal prince Akbar
(played by Rajat Tokas) marrying a Rajput
princess - Jodha Bai (played by Paridhi Sharma )
and traced the journey of how Jodha, with the
power of her love, softened the hard edges of
Akbar's fierce personality, making him more
humane and loved by the people of his kingdom.
It followed how two strikingly opposite
personalities eventually fell in love. The show
more recently focused on their roles as parents
of the adolescent Salim and his iconic love story
with courtesan Anarkali and the evil forces trying
to create havoc in the Mughal Empire. The
unraveling of a most unlikely love story and its
fascinating interpretation by television's most
successful producer Ekta Kapoor captivated
audience interest all through the show's run.
The story has now been told in its entirety and it
is time for the cast and crew of the show to
bring the curtains down on this immensely
popular show.
Mr Pradeep Hejmadi, Zee TV Business Head
said, " Jodha Akbar is a marquee, brand-defining
property that has propelled the channel to new
heights. It is a tent-pole show that generated
immense advertiser interest. Over the course of
its glorious run, it connected very well with the
audiences as it explored aspects of Jodha and
Akbar's relationship that not many were privy to.
In its final leg now, it is bound to generate
tremendous audience traction as viewers are
bound to tune into the grand culmination of this
iconic love story."
Talking about her journey Paridhi Sharma who
played the role of Jodha said, "It's been a very
fulfilling journey to play Jodha. This show has
made a household name and a well-recognized
face. I am thankful to all our fans for showering
us with immense love and adulation. I have loved
every bit of this journey and I am going to sorely
miss shooting for the show. Above all, I will miss
the friends that I have made on the sets. We
were one big happy family and we have made a
WhatsApp group to stay in touch now. No matter
which part I play in future, I know for a fact I will
always be remembered as Jodha!"
Rajat Tokas, television's Jalalludin Akbar further
added, "I have thoroughly enjoyed playing the
part of Akbar. It wasn't easy as I had to study a
lot about that era, specially the personality traits
of this iconic historical figure. I am grateful to all
our fans for their love and support and making
this show a stupendous success. Playing the role
of Akbar, I have grown as an actor and I would
like to thank the entire cast, crew and the
channel for being a part of this enriching
journey".
a consistent slot leader and an undisputed ruler
of weekday primetime - is all set to bid adieu to
its ardent viewers in August, having kept them
glued to the tube for nearly two years. Tapping
into aspects of the royal couple's journey not
explored by any film or book on the subject, the
show began with a ruthless Mughal prince Akbar
(played by Rajat Tokas) marrying a Rajput
princess - Jodha Bai (played by Paridhi Sharma )
and traced the journey of how Jodha, with the
power of her love, softened the hard edges of
Akbar's fierce personality, making him more
humane and loved by the people of his kingdom.
It followed how two strikingly opposite
personalities eventually fell in love. The show
more recently focused on their roles as parents
of the adolescent Salim and his iconic love story
with courtesan Anarkali and the evil forces trying
to create havoc in the Mughal Empire. The
unraveling of a most unlikely love story and its
fascinating interpretation by television's most
successful producer Ekta Kapoor captivated
audience interest all through the show's run.
The story has now been told in its entirety and it
is time for the cast and crew of the show to
bring the curtains down on this immensely
popular show.
Mr Pradeep Hejmadi, Zee TV Business Head
said, " Jodha Akbar is a marquee, brand-defining
property that has propelled the channel to new
heights. It is a tent-pole show that generated
immense advertiser interest. Over the course of
its glorious run, it connected very well with the
audiences as it explored aspects of Jodha and
Akbar's relationship that not many were privy to.
In its final leg now, it is bound to generate
tremendous audience traction as viewers are
bound to tune into the grand culmination of this
iconic love story."
Talking about her journey Paridhi Sharma who
played the role of Jodha said, "It's been a very
fulfilling journey to play Jodha. This show has
made a household name and a well-recognized
face. I am thankful to all our fans for showering
us with immense love and adulation. I have loved
every bit of this journey and I am going to sorely
miss shooting for the show. Above all, I will miss
the friends that I have made on the sets. We
were one big happy family and we have made a
WhatsApp group to stay in touch now. No matter
which part I play in future, I know for a fact I will
always be remembered as Jodha!"
Rajat Tokas, television's Jalalludin Akbar further
added, "I have thoroughly enjoyed playing the
part of Akbar. It wasn't easy as I had to study a
lot about that era, specially the personality traits
of this iconic historical figure. I am grateful to all
our fans for their love and support and making
this show a stupendous success. Playing the role
of Akbar, I have grown as an actor and I would
like to thank the entire cast, crew and the
channel for being a part of this enriching
journey".
Advocate Anjali Awasthi
Health and Fitness
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