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Ancient India has struggled with its rulers and usurpers, and today's history has been written in red ink and spells of treachery and betrayal. Discover the most infamous true stories of historical assassinations which changed the course of modern India.
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Episodes (9)
Narayan Rao Peshwa
The family dynamic takes a turn when teenager Narayan Rao is appointed as Peshwa by his uncle, Raghunath Rao. Discover the events that led to his untimely death instead of a simple arrest.
Rana Kumbha
In 1468, the Mewar Empire's Kumbhalgarh fort tragically lost its beloved king, Raja Kumbha. Discover the reasons behind his untimely death and the culprit responsible for this heinous act.
Panna Dhai
Panna Dhai was a governess in the royal kingdom of Mewar during the 16th century. Trouble arises as she cares for young Udai Singh, when her disgruntled cousin Banbir attempts to assassinate him.
Narayan Das Boondi
The Hara region was ruled by Rao Bundu in the 15th century and overthrown and exiled by his power-hungry brothers, Samar and Umar Singh. To get revenge, Rao's eldest son, Narayan Das, planned an attack, determined to take back Boondi.
Dara Shikho
Dara Shikoh was the eldest son and the heir of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century. Discover the events that led to his untimely overthrowing as his disgruntled brother was determined to claim his rightful title.
Alauddin Khilji
In 1290, Jalal-ud-din, a tolerant, liberal and generous king, founded the Khilji dynasty at the age of 70. Discover the events and culprit behind his untimely death.
Ruh Pawar Gulbarg
Ruh Pawar Agha took over her brother Aladdin Mujahid's thrown in the 14th century after he was heinously murdered. Discover the reason and the culprit behind this horrific act.
Quli Qutub Shah
Sultan Quli Qutub Shah laid the foundation of his dynasty in Golconda in the 16th century. Discover how his power-hungry son conspired to rule his empire in the most ruthless way.
Shivaji
Shivaji Bhonsale I was a great Maratha king known for his guerilla warfare in the 15th century. Discover how the experienced commander of the Adil Shahi dynasty, Afzal Khan, plotted against Shivaji and took down the Pratapgarh fort.