Taj: Divided by Blood

2023 - 2023

Succession

Episode 1

After a few decades of conquering Chittorgarh and witnessing the prophecy of saint Salim Chisti almost coming true, Akbar decides to change the rules of succession to the Mughal throne. Who among his sons will prove worthy of the crown?

The Battle of Kabul

Episode 2

Ready to teach his brother a lesson, Akbar decides to wage a war in Kabul. He arranges a horse-taming competition to choose the right heir to lead his army, and hopes Salim will win.

A Message from God

Episode 3

The celebrations of winning the Kabul war turn into a brawl among the three brothers, and Akbar is infuriated. He visualises himself as a messenger of God in a dream and announces a new religion, Din-I-Ilahi.

May His Glory Be Glorified

Episode 4

The announcement of the new religion disrupts the balance in the state. After Akbar escapes a vicious attack, every prince and queen is questioned. Salim's concubines put him in a spot.

Qubool Hai

Episode 5

Akbar sends Murad and Daniyal to strengthen alliances in the North and orders Salim to get married. Salim agrees to exchange vows under pressure but does something that shocks the court.

Birth of A King

Episode 6

While the princes are battling, Agra gets a new prince - Khusrow - Salim's firstborn son. Murad gets a whiff of Hakim, who has been on the run since the Kabul war. Will the discovery of Hakim's whereabouts expose Daniyal?

Sins of The Father

Episode 7

Murad is chastised by Akbar for getting Hakim in chains. While more brides are arranged to ensure Salim's focus on the matters of the palace, his love for Anarkali makes him walk into Abul Fazl's trap.

How They Sing

Episode 8

The entire palace learns about the secret. The favourite prince is no more a favourite as Abul Fazl wins the game. Salim is forced to go into exile, and Daniyal is left broken.

The Lies They Tell

Episode 9

Anarkali escapes the death sentence. While Akbar wants to go easy on Salim, he ends up making rogue decisions. Salim wants to meet Anarkali, but Daniyal's men capture her.

All That Remains

Episode 10

Daniyal's allies attack Salim. Murad's mysterious death breaks Akbar, who now wants to make the most of what is left.

Top Cast

Naseeruddin Shah•Dharmendra•Aashim Gulati

Director

Ron Scalpello

In his quest to find a worthy successor for his grand legacy, Emperor Akbar sparks a war among his sons. What follows is a terrifying battle for power, filled with politics, betrayals, and bloodshed.

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Full Cast

Naseeruddin Shah Image

Naseeruddin Shah

Akbar

Dharmendra Image

Dharmendra

Shaikh Salim Chisti

Aashim Gulati Image

Aashim Gulati

Salim

Rahul Bose Image

Rahul Bose

Mirza Hakim

Shubham Kumar Mehra

Daniyal

Sandhya Mridul Image

Sandhya Mridul

Jodha Bai

Zarina Wahab Image

Zarina Wahab

Salima Sultan Begum

Pawan Chopra Image

Pawan Chopra

Giyas Beg

Padma Damodaran

Ruqaiya Sultan Begum

Shivani Tanksale Image

Shivani Tanksale

Bakht-un-Nissa Begum

Sauraseni Maitra Image

Sauraseni Maitra

Mehrunnisa

Pankaj Saraswat

Abu Fazl

Full Crew

Ian Arber

Original Music Composer

Ron Scalpello Image

Ron Scalpello

Director

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