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Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was invited to South Africa in 1893 to settle a case for a wealthy Indian settled there. He expected to return in a few months but instead got involved in the freedom movement and eventually stayed for 21 years. During those years, his ideas took shape and his personal and political philosophy evolved. Gandhi’s creed of nonviolence and satyagraha originated in that country. The impact of South Africa was incalculable and this film deals with these 21 years. His constant search for truth causes hardships for the whole family. His public life is equally full of frustrating and difficult experiences. He witnesses iniquitous wars as a medical volunteer, and is incarcerated in jail during the struggle for Indian rights. He emerges from this crucible, a Mahatma.
The film spans 56 out of Gandhi’s 79 years. It starts with his days in South Africa, where Gandhi is seen as a young attorney, who is thrown out of a first class compartment in spite of having a valid ticket. Angered at this humiliation, Gandhi decides to protest for the rights of Indians and other coloured people. It is here that he meets with his first success. His fame spreads to India and he is invited to return home to take part in the freedom struggle. On arrival, he is shocked at the poverty in the country and undertakes to travel all over the country to witness, at first hand, the atrocities of the British Empire. Gandhi’s struggle to win freedom for India through his non-violent approach, his belief that men are more good than evil and his spiritual ideas all form a part of this saga, the biography of a fascinating world leader - both spiritual and political.
Born in Maharashtra in an unknown dhangar (shephard) family in the late 1720s, Ahilya became the daughter-in-law of Malharrao Holkar, the first Maratha Subhedar (Governor) of Malwa in Central India. Malharrao had already departed from the prevailing wisdom of the times by creating an independent financial account in the name of Gautambai, his wife and mother of Khanderao. Ahilya subsequently inherited this account and built her Empire of Charities all over the sub-continent and well beyond the boundaries of Malwa. Her other mother-in-law Harkubai, also contributed to her growth by transforming Ahilya from a simple village girl into a noble ruler with rare social and political acumen.
The first Indian movie to be made in Sanskrit, the film depicts the life and times of 8th century Indian philosopher Adi Shankaracharya – the founder of the non-duality (Advaita) school of Indian philosophy.
Madhya Pradesh, a state in central India is home to a diverse range of geological wonders. Our host Avinash Sachdev takes us through the origins of unique rocks and life forms on Earth, from the ancient granitoid rocks of Orchha to the other worldly cauldron-like rock structure of Dhala.
This show explores the evolution of India through the eyes of famous foreign travelers who visited the country.
Epic Tales of Love, is a series about historical, some lesser known & beautiful love stories that happened in our country through various centuries in History
Kranti, rebels of the raj” features stories of the famous rebels (krantikaris) of India who were branded hereditary dacoits by the British striving to attain mastery of a land and people they were still struggling to understand. During the period of British India our country faced several problems from within the nation. In those difficult times, rebels belonging to communities like BHILS, WAGHERS, BANJARAS and SANYASIS began to rise. This series recounts the tales of these famous Indian rebels and how they revolted against the government to get their demands met.
Jugaad Mania is a show that highlights how common people come up with out of the box solutions, to cater to various needs and challenges they face in their life. Innovators will explore the reasons, challenges faced and the circumstances which led them to the specific invention/innovation
Sometimes, the only path to the throne passes through a pool of blood. From the dawn of time, Ancient India has always struggled with its rulers & usurpers. The history that we read today has been written in red ink and spells treachery, deceit & betrayal. The glory of kings was tainted by the heinous crimes; all of them leading into murder. These events, still rustling in the history, are about to be opened. Set as a chronicle of the historical crimes, Rakkt narrates & analyses the most infamous true stories of historical assassinations, which changed the course of modern India. The bone chilling tales of deceit & betrayal are brought to light from the exotic ruins of the real locations.
The introduction of currency was a key step in the evolution of civilization. As the kingdoms and dynasties across the country rose and fell, they left their mark on the currency they produced. This series explores the coins minted by each kingdom in Indian history and uses stories about the coins to tell the history of the kingdom itself.
India is known for its remarkable architecture and serene landscapes. Its rich history is steeped in mystery; its vastness - lends itself to several stories and urban legends.Ekaant takes you through the abandoned roads and alleys of some of India's historic locations. Travelling through the spread out palaces and deserted forts, the show documents and investigates the eerie processes of abandonment of each site.How flourishing towns and cities came to be in ruins, is the question each episode seeks to answer. Ekaant explores the ceasing of life and the triumph of nature even in the most populated of places and takes you on the road no longer travelled.
Epic Ke Dus is a half-hour collated list of the top ten people, places or events of a chosen topic, examples of which include 'rivalries', thinkers' and 'warriors'. Each topic has been thoroughly researched and a panel of experts on the subject has carefully selected the stories that are fitting to be part of the topic. This panel is seen on the episodes giving their views on the events, the significance of the event and describing the mood of the era, public's reaction to these events and how it contributed to change the course of Indian history.
Saamagri Aur Sampatti is an animated series detailing the journey of various commodities that shaped India’s history through their trade, usage, and spread. The history of a few key commodities for India, such as pepper, silk, coffee, and cotton, are covered in this fascinating 9-episode series.
Epicpedia Is a show about knowing the unknown facts, In this show, amazing facts about India will be presented in 12 webisodes of 5 to 7 minutes each. The show will cover various subjects under History, Science & Technology, Art & Craft, Wildlife, etc. In every episode, you will discover something new, exciting, intriguing, and entertaining about India that you don't know. Like who measured Mount Everest, Did you know Cosmetic Surgery was invented in India thousands of years ago, did you know that the board game Ludo was played in India thousands of Years ago, these and many more facts will be revealed in this show Epicpedia. To sum it up, Epicpedia will present to the audience some hidden jewels of the truth behind India. Facts that are unknown to the best of Indians, they are unique & sometimes stranger than fiction. Epicpedia will satiate your thirst for mysteries, knowledge & unknown facts
"India is a land of ancient civilizations. In its long history, the land witnessed the rise and fall of numerous dynasties, kings and kingdoms. Some were legendary and historical. But most of them are not at all remembered, but their contribution cannot be ignored in the march of the civilization. In this show, we shed light on the great dynasties in terms of their establishment, lineage and notable kings and their governance, politics and warfare, and it's influence of art and culture of India. The dynasties that played an important role in shaping India's history and civilization."
In this show we will find out the story and facts behind the names.
In a land where the Emperor reigned supreme, only the selected few would have the power to influence his decisions. Prince Salim was first in line to inherit his father, Akbar's throne. Already married to his first wife, Man Bai, Salim was on his way to strengthening the Mughal relations with Rajputana with his second marriage to Jagat Gosini. But amidst the lavish palaces and plush lives of the Mughal royalty, a war was being fought from within. While the kings charted the political climate for the country, the queens ruled that throne at home. Mehrunissa, bright and charismatic, always dreamt of becoming queen and when the invitation came from the pasha begum herself, Mehrunissa joined her team of ladies in waiting. Hereon begins the love story of Salim and Mehrunissa from their first meeting until their coronations as Jehangir and Nur-Jahan. The series interweaves various plot lines from the lives of many historical characters including Akbar, Ruqaiyya Begum, Abul Fazal and many others. Based on the popular book, The Twentieth Wife' by author Indu Sundaresan, Siyaasat is a story of politics, inter-personal conflicts, sabotage, grandeur, power and above all else, the love between Salim and Mehrunissa, who was Salim's twentieth and final wife.
In battles won and wars lost, there are many lives claimed regardless of the victor. It's not easy to face the perils of warfare even as a trained soldier. But not all wars are won on the battlefield and not all soldiers fight in combat. There are those soldiers who are invisible, unhindered, risking their lives and limbs to protect the honor of their king, country, and home. Adrishya makes you experience life from the point of view of India's greatest spies, living through the danger, the fear, the triumphs and the captures. We see the spy's heroic acts through their eyes and follow them as they travel through dangerous landscapes, slip into disguises, and hoodwink enemy soldiers. We become privy to their thoughts as they inch towards fulfilling their mission.
Dive into a world of action, drama, determination and courage while reliving the greatest escape stories of our time in an all new mini-series. The Great Escape'. The show is based on true events and takes you on a thrilling ride of the most daring escapes from Indian history. Some of the stories covered in the series include Sushmita Banerjee's escape from the Taliban in Afghanistan, Dalai Lama's escape from Tibet, the story of a daring jailbreak by the inmates of a jail in Punjab, and Indian prisoner-of-war Nihal Singh and Ram Chander Yadav's escape from the clutches of the Chinese in the Indo-China war. The mini-series even has some comments from the people who made these exhilarating escapes, including the Dalai Lama himself. Each episode takes you to different locations across varied time periods. The stylizations of those eras, mixed with the thrill of escape keeps you hooked till the end.
There are stories that Atlantis was part of Tamil Nadu, that nuclear weapons were used in the Mahabharata, that the airplane was first invented here. While these claims may be fantastical, India is still a source of a number of amazing inventions and practices. Made in India uncovers the history of these inventions from plastic surgery to rocketry. Discussing each topic in detail with experts in the field, we uncover a number of facts on how India has always been ahead of its time.
Dive into a world of action, drama, determination and courage while reliving the greatest escape stories of our time in an all new mini-series. The Great Escape'.The show is based on true events and takes you on a thrilling ride of the most daring escapes from Indian history. Some of the stories covered in the series include Sushmita Banerjee's escape from the Taliban in Afghanistan, Dalai Lama's escape from Tibet, the story of a daring jailbreak by the inmates of a jail in Punjab, and Indian prisoner-of-war Nihal Singh and Ram Chander Yadav's escape from the clutches of the Chinese in the Indo-China war. The mini-series even has some comments from the people who made these exhilarating escapes, including the Dalai Lama himself. Each episode takes you to different locations across varied time periods. The stylizations of those eras, mixed with the thrill of escape keeps you hooked till the end.
The story of a city getting desolate & inhabited many times over a period of around 1000 years & the rulers who ruled it over the time.
