Jodha & Akbar
Jodha Akbar is an epic drama about a sixteenth century story of the political marriage of convenience between a Mughal emperor Abu'l-Fath Jalal ud-din Muhammad Akbar and a Rajput princess Jodha Bai. The show focuses on how their political marriage brings love between them to an extent that it changed the fate of India. This period drama also portrays the wars of that time along with the relations between the Mughals and the Rajputs. The drama also focuses on the functioning of the queens, the courts, courtesans, the ministers and their influence on the love story of Jalal ud-din Muhammad Akbar and Jodha Bai. The show also highlights on how Mughal emperor Jalal ud-din Muhammad acquires the title of Akbar from the people.
Episodes
Jalal a vicious ruler
Bairam Khan's guidance turns Jalal into a vicious ruler, whose aim is to conquer the entire nation. Jodha is prophesied to be the one who can bring a change in the heartless ruler.
Jodha pledges to behead Jalal
Jodha pledges to behead Jalal. Jalal arrives at Sharifuddin's province to attack the Rajputs. Later, Shaguni Bai predicts Jodha's future.
Episode 3
Bharmal plots against Jalal. Contrarily, Jalal is desperate to learn about the Rajputs' most valuable asset. Later, Bharmal decides to choose a groom for Jodha.
Episode 4
Rajput kings arrive for the conference. Further, Bharmal appoints his son, Chiranjeev Bhagwant Das as the new king. Later, Jalal decides to attack the Rajputs during Gangaur.
Episode 5
Jalal sneers at Hamida for deserting him. Sukanya falls for Suryabhan, but Bharmal selects him as Jodha's groom. Later, Jodha wishes to be the reason behind Jalal's downfall.
Episode 6
Bairam informs Jalal that Bharmal is planning on uniting with the other Rajput kings. Sukanya is enraged to learn about Suryabhan's proposal. Later, Jalal disguises as a Rajput.
Episode 7
Suryabhan refuses to marry Sukanya. Jalal is mesmerized upon seeing Jodha for the first time and wishes to pursue her. Later, Jodha sees Jalal's reflection in the water.
Episode 8
Jodha tells Mainawati that she saw Suryabhan's reflection. Bharmal declares Jodha's wedding with Suryabhan. Later, Bharmal orders to behead Abdul when Suryabhan reveals his truth.
Episode 9
Jodha saves Abdul. Further, Jalal reaches the 'Shahi Karagar'. When Bairam penalizes Zahir by blinding him, Anga warns him against killing Jalal's loyal followers.
Episode 10
Jodha asks Jalal to prove that he is a Rajput soldier. Further, Abdul escapes from prison with Jalal's help. Later, Jodha realizes that she had seen Jalal's reflection.
Suryabhan vows to capture Jalal
Suryabhan tries to capture the fleeing duo, Jalal and Abdul. Bharmal is livid after being unable to capture Jalal. Suryabhan, enraged, vows not to marry Jodha till he captures the fugitive. Jalal and Abdul find a battery of soldiers approaching them.
A furious Jalal leaves for Agra
Hamida feels blessed after hearing a saint's prophecy. Jalal and Anga meet each other. Jalal fumes red with anger after knowing that Bairam had ordered to gouge Zahir's eyes out. Furious, he leaves for Agra.
The harem celebrates Jalal's return
The harem rejoices at Jalal's return. An over-protective Anga insists on Jalal's security. He meets Ruqaiya after a long period of time and engages in a game of chess with her.
Ruqaiya checkmates Jalal
Ruqaiya checkmates Jalal. Later, she scolds Pinaz. Shaguni's scornful words fall on Mainawati's deaf ears. Suryabhan and Jodha realize that they have been conned. Soon, they encounter a furious Bharmal.
Mainawati tricks Suryabhan into marrying Jodha
Mainawati tricks Suryabhan into marrying Jodha. Sujamal learns about the impending Mughal attack on Amer. Anga throws away a Hindu woman's religious locket into boiling water. Hoshiyar requests Jalal to free Zahir from Bairam's clutches.
Bairam defends himself
Ruqaiya's assassin Resham, a eunuch, is on a mission to poison Zahir. When Jalal rebukes Ruqaiya, Bairam defends himself and accuses Zahir of spreading canards about Jalal. Ruqaiya meets Jalal during his bath time and tries to sweet-
Jodha confronts Mainawati
Jodha overhears Mainawati praising Reva. Furious, she confronts Mainawati. Sujamal seeks Sharifuddin's help in attacking Amer. At Meena Bazaar, Ruqaiya comes up with a plan. Attracting the harem's ire, she manages to sell a Pashmina shawl.
Bairam sentences Takthmal to death
Jodha takes a dip in the holy Yamuna river. Hamida resists when Anga tries to stall Diwali celebrations. Bairam sentences Takhthamal to death. But, Jalal revokes the order as a token of gratitude toward's saving his father Humayun's life.
Jalal summons Tabbasum
Adham Khan gets slapped by Anga for his vaulting ambition of taking Jalal's place. Jodha visits her fiancé, Suryabhan, on her way to Mathura. Later, Jalal summons Tabbasum, the painter, who painted his portrait, to create a portrait of Jodha.
Jalal burns Jodha's portrait
Jalal gets Jodha's portrait made only to burn it. Meanwhile, Adham Khan reports to Anga how Bairam has disobeyed Jalal and killed Takhatmal. On hearing this, Jalal gets furious and has a heated debate with Bairam. Salima learns of Farida’s pregnancy.
Bairam confronts Anga
As Jodha leaves Suryabhan's palace, he gives her a ring. Akbar learns of Farida being pregnant with Bahadur Khan’s child and decides to kill them both but Hamida intervenes. Later, Bairam confronts Anga for manipulating Jalal against him.
Jodha and Ruqaiya cross paths
Jodha and Ruqaiya cross paths at a market. Jalal and Ruqaiya set out to hunt and Jodha saves the deer Ruqaiya targets. Jodha and her brothers get surrounded by local rebels while performing a ritual, and Sujamal comes to their rescue.
Jodha gives her necklace away
Jodha protests the pilgrimage tax and gives her necklace to Ruqaiya as tax on behalf of all the pilgrims. Anga keeps instigating Jalal to kill Bairam even though Jalal’s mother suggests otherwise. At last, Jalal forgives Bairam.
Mainawati consoles an unhappy Jodha
Bairam leaves the Sultanate. Anga proposes Bahadur Khan's name as the next Wazir. Jalal's widowed sister, Bakshi Banu, comes to Agra. Anga plans on binding Adham Khan and Bakshi in a wedlock. Mainawati consoles an unhappy Jodha, who regrets her marriage.
Ruqaiya confronts Anga
Ruqaiya confronts Anga as Adham orders Mubarak Lohani to kill Bairam. The Raj Purohit comes up with Jodha's wedding date as Sujamal and Sharifuddin decide to wage war on Amer. Anga pretentiously informs Jalal of Bairam's death leaving Jalal shattered.
Amer is under attack
Jalal is furious to learn about Bairam's murder. Jodha prepares for her wedding as Sangram informs Bharmal that Amer is under attack. Suryabhan joins the battle. A terrified Mainawati gives Jodha a pot of poison. Sharifuddin incites Sujamal to kill Suryabhan.
Sujamal regrets Suryabhan's death
Sujamal hesitates to kill Suryabhan. Sharifuddin shoots Suryabhan and beheads him. Sujamal regrets Suryabhan's death. Sharifuddin raids the Rajputs and sends a message to Bharmal along with Suryabhan's severed head. Later, Bhagwant Das despises this cold gesture.
Sharifuddin decides to kill Sujamal
Suryabhan's death shocks everyone. A heartbroken Jodha convinces Bharmal to comply with Sharifuddin's condition. Sharifuddin decides to kill Sujamal, but the latter escapes. Anga is elated to learn that Jalal wants Bakshi and Sharifuddin to tie the knot.
Sharifuddin decides to kill Sujamal
Jodha wants to partake in the battle. Jalal weds Salima, Bairam's wife. Jalal decides to punish Adham for his deceit, but Anga saves him. Chughtai Khan suggests Bharmal inform Jalal of Sharifuddin's atrocities. Sharifuddin pays Jodha a visit.
Anga rescues Adham
Jodha wakes up, jolted by Sharifuddin in a dream, and Dadi Sa pacifies her. Jalal wants to kill Adham for his betrayal. Anga rescues Adham by slyly eliminating witnesses and acquitting Adham of all charges. Later, Chughtai convinces Jalal to meet Bharmal.
Chughtai suggests Jodha's alliance with Jala
Bharmal and Jalal fail to make peace. Chughtai suggests Jodha's alliance with Jalal for the better. Bharmal initially refuses but later agrees. Thereafter, Jalal promises to release Bharmal's sons and return Amer to him. A saint tells Jalal something pleasant.
Jodha agrees to marry
Resham informs Anga about Jodha and Jalal's alliance. Bharmal tells his family about Jodha and Jalal's marriage. Jodha agrees to marry for Amer's sake, unaware that she is about to marry Jalal.
Pratap insults Bharmal
Jodha doesn’t know anything about the groom her father has chosen for her. Pratap, a Rajput prince, insults Bharmal for bowing to the Mughals. A disguised Rajput attempts to murder Jalal but fails. Jalal sends him back with a message to Bharmal.
Sujamal tries to tell Jodha the truth
Sujamal tries to inform Jodha about Bharmal's treachery. But, Bhagwant Das attacks Sujamal and flees. Mainawati breaks down as she is unable to stop Jodha's marriage to Jalal and Apoorva consoles her. Later, Jalal prepares for his wedding.
Pratap insults Bharmal
Jodha doesn’t know anything about the groom her father has chosen for her. Pratap, a Rajput prince, insults Bharmal for bowing to the Mughals. A disguised Rajput attempts to murder Jalal but fails. Jalal sends him back with a message to Bharmal.
Sujamal disguises himself
Jalal agrees to the two conditions Jodha puts forward. Later, Dadi Sa spots Sujamal, disguised as a worker, at Jodha's wedding and rebukes him. Sujamal explains his plight and begs Dadi Sa to let him take part in the wedding.
Adham Khan kills Aslam
Mainawati brings parting gifts for Jodha from her siblings, Dadi Sa, and Bharmal. Meanwhile, Adham Khan's plan fails and he kills Aslam before he reveals his name. Later, during the wedding ceremony, Jodha's sisters steal Jalal's shoes.
Pratap rebukes Sujamal
Jalal is annoyed as Jodha does not show up to sing. Further, when he visits Jodha, she attacks and wounds him. Pratap rebukes Sujamal for trying to form a treaty with the Mughals and compels him to repent. Later, Hamida shows Jodha around.
Ruqaiya and Anga plot against Jodha
Mainawati visits Shaguni Bai to know about Jodha's future. At Jalal's palace, Jodha offers prayers to Lord Krishna, leaving Anga annoyed. Further, Jodha accepts the gifts that Hamida brings for her. Ruqaiya and Anga plot against Jodha.
Jalal questions Maan Singh
Ruqaiya informs Jalal of Jodha's disinterest in him, making him furious. He goes to the harem and misbehaves with her. Jodha offers prayers in the harem, much to Ruqaiya and Jalal's wives' fury. Later, Maan Singh visits Jodha in the harem, and Jalal questions him.
Jalal trains Maan Singh
Jalal ends up training Maan Singh. As soon as Jodha gets to know that her family is visiting her, she develops cold feet. Moti Bai presses Jodha to urge Jalal to maintain the secrecy about their relationship. Jalal abides, albeit with a cheeky proposition.
Jalal welcomes Mainwati and Bharmal
Jalal welcomes Bharmal and Mainwati. Jodha and Mainwati share an emotional moment. Further, Jalal bestows a prestigious title on Bharmal. Anga tampers with the food prepared by Jodha for Jalal.
Jalal threatens Jodha
Jodha fears that Jalal might reveal the truth to her parents. Jalal and Ruqaiya discuss ways to inflict harm on an unsuspecting Jodha. Later, he threatens Jodha. Adham gets hold of two men associated with a Hindu King.
Jodha reprimands Adham
Jodha reprimands Adham for blasphemy. Jalal, however, warns her to stay away from political matters. Much to Adham's dismay, Jalal frees the nomadic tribe and asks them to perform. Hamida dresses up Jodha for an event. Ruqaiya lures Jodha to a game of chess.
Jodha defeats Ruqaiya
On defeating Ruqaiya in a game of chess, Jodha refuses to accept Jalal's grant. Jalal pacifies an enraged Ruqaiya. Jalal arrests a Hindu couple for questioning him. Later, Jodha tries to hide her tears from Mainawati, but the latter figures it out.
Adham tries to molest Moti
Adham tries to molest Moti, who takes shelter in the harem. Jodha runs into Adham in the harem and sees his dagger. Resham informs Anga about Adham's deeds. On Jalal's order, women in the harem show their faces, except one.
Moti confides in Anga
A man lays dead in the harem’s kitchen. On searching the dead man, Resham finds a letter addressed to Moti. Jalal decides to solve the matter in Diwan-e-Khas. When Moti confides in Anga, Shaguni predicts Jodha and Jalal's relationship will take a turn soon.
Jalal orders to bury Moti alive
At the Diwan-e-Khas, Anga tells Jalal that Adham is in Mathura. Further, Jalal decides to confirm the information before taking a decision. A messenger confirms Adham's alibi, and Jalal orders to bury Moti alive. A helpless Jodha fails to rescue Moti.
Jalal agrees to spare Moti
Jodha reminds Jalal of his grant and asks him to spare Moti’s life. Akbar agrees and Anga tries to insult Jodha. However, Jodha pities Anga for not respecting women in spite of being a woman herself. Ruqaiya witnesses Jodha and Jalal indulge in a sword fight.
Jodha rescues Rahim
Jodha impresses Jalal with her sword-fighting skills. Further, she rescues Rahim after he falls into the lake. Jalal accuses Jodha of being reckless in front of other men. Sharifuddin ill-treats Bakshi. Jodha learns that Jalal is fond of chicken.
Pir Baba blesses Jodha and Jalal
Salima informs Jodha about Ruqaiya's relationship with Jalal and her inability to bear a child. Pir Baba declares that Jodha will give birth to the Sultanate's heir. Jalal asks Jodha to fake her pregnancy.
Ruqaiya conceives
Jodha refuses to fake pregnancy. Hamida believes that her vow will bring Jodha closer to Jalal. Jalal is on cloud nine after hearing that Ruqaiya has conceived. Ruqaiya expresses her desire of gaining the coveted 'Wazir-E-Ala' title.
Ruqaiya scoffs at Jodha
Ruqaiya's pregnancy brings a smile to everyone's face and they look forward to the birth of the successor of the Mughal empire. Repugnant, Ruqaiya scoffs at Jodha's poem. Later, Jalal is awestruck after Jodha begins to elucidate.
Adham lashes out at Anga
Adham lashes out at Anga. The Royal Courtiers are all set to celebrate Ruqaiya's pregnancy. Underappreciated, Adham expresses his angst to Anga. Jalal asks Jodha to offer saffron milk to Ruqaiya and mark the commencement of celebrations.
Ruqaiya suffers from a miscarriage
Ruqaiya suffers from a miscarriage. Khwaja-Sara informs Jalal about Ruqaiya's consumption of Datura Juice. Anga hints at Jodha's role in killing Ruqaiya's unborn baby. Subsequently, Ruqaiya asks Jalal to punish Jodha.
Jalal orders Jodha's arrest
Jalal, red with fury, orders for the incarceration and execution of Jodha and her brothers. Salima, however, suggests that Jodha could be innocent. Maan Singh and Hamida defend Jodha and claim that she is being framed.
Jodha is put under house arrest
placing Jodha and her brothers under house arrest, Jalal asks them to prove their innocence in 10 days. Ruqaiya hints at a bigger conspiracy. Bharmal thanks Raja Bhawani Singh for accepting Sukanya's marriage proposal.
Jalal threatens Bharmal
Jodha warns Jalal against insulting Bharmal. Upon Bharmal's arrival, Jalal chooses to insult and misbehave with him. Further, Jalal threatens Bharmal with dire consequences over Jodha's role in Ruqaiya's miscarriage.
Jodha wakes up from a nightmare
Jodha wakes up from a nightmare. Ruqaiya summons Jalal's wives and asks them to find the culprit. Jalal receives a tip-off about Prince Ratan Singh and his father, the King of Sujanpur sheltering dacoits.
Jalal’s plan to make Jodha suffer
Jalal and Ruqaiya discuss how he will make Jodha suffer by making her brothers kill Ratan Singh. Hamida wishes for Jodha to perform the 'tilak' ceremony. A man informs Ruqaiya about his creation of a special box that keeps things from rotting.
Episode 61
Ruqaiya decides to get hold of the culprit with the little information that she received from the box maker. On the other hand, Jodha's brothers save Jalal's life in the war.
Episode 62
Jodha lies to Jalal and states that she was responsible for Ruqaiya's miscarriage. Jalal almost kills her, but Ruqaiya saves Jodha, by stating that Jodha is innocent.
Episode 63
Jalal frees Jodha and her brothers as they are proven innocent of causing Ruqaiya's miscarriage. Later, Jalal pays a visit to Salima, who is the alleged culprit.
Episode 64
By conducting a simple test, Jalal realizes that Salima is not guilty of causing Ruqaiya's miscarriage. Later, as Anga questions Jalal about Jodha, he shows her the box.
Episode 65
Anga is shocked to see the vessel in Jalal's possession. Bharmal's sons decide to return after Jalal realizes his mistake. Later, Jodha is shocked to learn that Anga is the killer.
Episode 66
Jodha tells Moti that she needs proof to expose Anga. Jodha accuses Anga of killing Ruqaiya's unborn baby. However, in front of Jalal, Anga pretends to be innocent.
Episode 67
Jalal rebukes Jodha for alleging that Anga killed his heir. Thereafter, she presents Rahim, as a witness to Anga's crime, before Jalal. Later, Pratap plots against the Mughals.
Episode 68
Rahim lies to Jalal out of fear. Further, Pratap warns Bharmal against supporting the Mughals. From Altaf's description, the painter draws Anga's sketch, much to Jalal's shock.
Episode 69
An innocent Rahim discloses Anga's deeds to Jalal. Jalal then declares to reveal the killer's name to everyone. Further, Adham asks Anga to escape, and she unlocks a secret exit.
Episode 70
Jalal gives Jodha options to either give divorce him or live as his wife. Later, Jalal reveals to everyone that the actual wrongdoer is Anga's look-alike, not Anga.
Episode 71
akhi wanted to avenge her sons' death. Jalal then orders to decapitate her and apologises to Jodha and her brothers. Later, Anga reveals to Jodha that she killed Jalal's child.
Episode 72
Bhagwant Das returns to Amer along with his brothers. Anga tells Adham how she used Lakhi to save her neck. Later, Jodha remains adamant about not participating in Meena Bazar.
Episode 73
Jalal is impressed by Ruqaiya's 'dupattas' and buys one each for Ruqaiya, Salima, and Jodha. Later, Jalal visits Jodha's tent, but she smears colours on the 'dupatta' Jalal got for her.
Episode 74
odha is in trouble for smearing colours on Anga. Anga complains to Jalal, who fiercely rebukes Jodha. Later, Anga discloses that Mainawati has arrived to punish Jodha.
Episode 75
Mainawati makes it clear to Jodha that she cannot return to Amer as that would tarnish their family's reputation. Later, Jalal orders a search for Jodha when she goes missing.
Episode 76
Jalal saves Jodha from drowning in the river. Thereafter, he confesses to Anga that he can feel Jodha's pain. Later, Peer Baba suggests a remedy that can save Jalal.
Episode 77
Jalal successfully rescues Jodha from drowning. Later, as the first rays of the sun fall on Jodha, it is decided that she will accompany Jalal to Ajmer Sharif.
Episode 78
Ruqaiya worries about losing Jalal to Jodha. Jalal and Jodha set out for Ajmer Sharif. Later, Jalal saves Jodha from the perils that they face during the trip.
Episode 79
Jodha and Jalal reach Ajmer Sharif and offer their prayers together. Following the prayers, Jalal decides to go hunting and is accompanied by Jodha. Later, Jalal faces a tiger.
Episode 80
Jodha informs Jalal that she has taken the bullets out of his gun. Jalal gets wounded while fighting the tiger. Later, Jalal is brought to Agra and is administered medication.
Episode 81
Jalal gets severely injured by a tiger as he fights with it bare-handed. Jodha discloses Jalal's health to Ruqaiya, who slaps her. Later, Jodha prepares medicine for Jalal.
Episode 82
Sharifuddin and Adham send soldiers to stop the 'hakim' of Gwalior from visiting Agra. However, he escapes the soldiers and reaches Jalal. Later, Jalal regains his senses.
Episode 83
Sharifuddin gives Adham the news of Jalal's well-being, and they discuss his dynasty. Later, Bharmal comes to invite Jodha, Jalal and the other Mughals to Sukanya's wedding.
Episode 84
Jalal firmly informs Anga, Ruqaiya, and Ataga Khan that he will be going to Amer. Later, Adham and Sharifuddin plan to attack Jalal on his way to Amer.
Episode 85
Maharana Pratap, who is invited to Sukanya's wedding, plans on gauging Jalal, to fight him better. On the other hand, Jalal and Jodha are attacked on their boat ride.
Episode 86
Jalal and Jodha are saved from the attackers. The next day, Bharmal welcomes Jalal to his palace. Later, as Maharana Pratap reaches the palace, he comes across Jalal.
Episode 87
Jodha asks Jalal to not fight with Pratap at the wedding. The next day, Jalal goes to the temple with Jodha and helps her fulfill the promise that she made to the deity.
Episode 88
Anga gets the news of Jalal accompanying Jodha to the temple and is furious with Jodha. Later, Anga questions Jalal regarding his decision to visit the temple.
Episode 89
Jodha tells Sukanya that she did not consummate her marriage. Afterward, Jalal teaches archery to Maan Singh. Later, Jodha amazes Jalal with her archery skills.
Episode 90
Jodha talks about Prithvi Raj Chauhan's courage and nerve to Jalal. Anga burns Maasa's gift to avenge Jodha's deed. Later, a courtier asks Pratap and Jalal to play a game of dice.
Episode 91
Bhagwant orders a guard to interrupt the game between Pratap and Jalal. Adham orders to spike Hawai's food. Later, when Hawai behaves abnormally, Jalal brings him under control.
Episode 92
Bharmal promises to catch the wrongdoer. Later, Jodha asks Jalal to return to Agra. When Jalal learns that Jodha will be dancing at the 'Mehendi' ceremony, he decides to go there.
Episode 93
Jodha taunts Jalal for being present at the function, where men are not allowed. Later, Sharifuddin lies when Achal Singh claims that he vowed to give them the Ratanpur Fort
Episode 94
Jalal is against granting the Fort to Achal Singh, as it is his property. Further, Pratap refuses to help Achal Singh. Wajendra apprises Jodha that he wants to marry Sukanya.
Episode 95
Jodha learns Sharifuddin's truth and informs the same to Jalal, but he disbelieves her. Further, when Jodha asks Bakshi to reveal the truth to Jalal, Bakshi lies to him.
Episode 96
Jodha apologizes to Jalal for opposing him. Further, Jalal cedes the Fort to Achal Singh, but he plans on winning it back after the wedding. Achal Singh assents to the marriage.
Episode 97
Jalal orders the Ratanpur Fort to be handed over to Dhabalgarh to ensure Sukanya's wedding. However, the Mughals capture the Fort as soon as the wedding concludes.
Episode 98
Jalal gives the Ratanpur Fort as a gift to Sukanya and heads back to Agra. However, Jodha falls sick, and Khwaja Shera informs Jalal of the only way to cure her.
Episode 99
Jodha regains her senses the next morning and learns that Jalal had made love to her the previous night. As they return to Agra, the 'Mawlawis' block Jalal's way to the palace.
Salim Chisti Sahab’s letter saves Jodha
Jodha is prevented from converting to Islam as a letter from Salim Chisti Sahab reaches Jalal's court. Later, Jalal informs Jodha that he had not made love to her but had merely covered her up with a black cloth to keep her warm.
Sharifuddin instigates the 'Maulawis'
Jodha prepares food for Jalal, which they eat sharing the same plate. On the other hand, Sharifuddin instigates the 'Maulawis' against Jalal so that he benefits from their rebellion. Ruqaiya waits for Jalal while the latter spends time with Jodha.
Jalal summons the 'Maulawis'
Sharifuddin crosses Jodha's path and tries to humiliate her. However, Jodha reveals that she knows that he is plotting with Adham against Jalal. Later, Jalal summons the 'Maulawis' at Diwan-e-Khas and teaches them a lesson.
Abul Mali’s impending attack on Agra
Ruqaiya insults Jodha, but she replies curtly. Jalal is informed about an impending attack on Agra which will be led by his stepbrother-in-law, Abul Mali. Jalal decides to destroy him before the attack. Later, Jalal learns about Jodha's birthday from Rahim.
Jodha's birthday celebrations
Jodha wakes up to a room full of Mughal ladies, who wish her on her birthday. Though extremely glad, Jodha misses her home as she receives letters from her family. Jodha's birthday is celebrated with grandeur, leaving Ruqaiya upset, but Jalal reassures her.
The hakim announces Jodha's pregnancy
The 'hakim' claims that Jodha is pregnant. She feels violated by Jalal, while on the other hand, he suspects Jodha's integrity. Adham nags Anga and she advises him to be patient. Later, Ruqaiya lashes out at Jalal for consummating his marriage with Jodha.
Jalal injures his soldiers
Jalal is distraught with the thought of betrayal and unwillingly injures his soldiers while practicing swordsmanship. He also metes out severe punishment to a woman accused of adultery. Anga requests Jalal to meet men, who have arrived to bless his son.
Jodha and Jalal accuse each other
Tension builds between Jodha and Jalal as the two accuse each other. Anga calls the hakim to be certain about Jodha's pregnancy. Jodha confides in Moti Bai, as she is offended by the accusation of adultery. Salima senses someone hiding in the kitchen.
Jalal summons Salima
Anga sends Resham to spread rumors about Jodha's adultery. Jalal summons Salima, who assures him that Jodha is innocent. Salima also says that the hakim might have committed a mistake. Hamida tells off Jodha for her disloyalty.
Salima medicates Jodha
Jalal meets the 'hakim', who gives Jalal a medicine and says that if the consumption of the medicine induces nausea, Jodha’s pregnancy will be deemed negative. Salima medicates Jodha as Jalal waits for the results impatiently.
The hakim is pursued by two killers
Jodha vomits, proving that she is not pregnant. Thereafter, the hakim warns Salima that whoever tried soiling Jodha's reputation might even try to tamper with her food. Later, a burqa-clad woman snatches medicine from the hakim and he is pursued by two killers.
Salima informs Jalal about the 'hakim's murder
Salima informs Jalal about the 'hakim's murder. They reach his workplace and find the letter he left for him and discover among other clues that the culprit is a burqa-clad woman. Jalal decides to trace the culprit amidst the festivities for his unborn heir.
Jalal sets out to catch the culprit
As Jalal sets out to catch the culprit, Salima suspiciously gestures towards an attendant. The attendant leads them to Bakshi. On confronting Bakshi, she reveals that Sharifuddin forced her to do so. Jalal brings Bakshi to Jodha to confess to her misdeeds.
Jalal summons Salima and Jodha
Bakshi seeks Jodha's forgiveness. Hamida slaps Bakshi and admonishes her for betraying Jalal. As Jodha apologizes to Jalal, he admits that he trusts her. Jodha talks to Salima about Bakshi, as Jalal orders them to be present at the Diwan-e-Khas.
Jodha forgives Bakshi
Jalal asks Jodha to punish Bakshi, but Jodha forgives Bakshi. On being questioned Jodha tells Jalal that Bakshi was being used by Sharifuddin. Jalal informs the people that they would have to wait longer for the Sultanate's heir.
Sharifuddin confides in a guard
On being asked about loving Jalal, Ruqaiya fails to answer. Anga learns that Adham gave a necklace to a young maid. Hamida denies Bakshi from joining Jalal's birthday celebration. Later, Sharifuddin confides in a guard that he wanted Jodha as his wife.
Ruqaiya’s puzzles lead Jalal to Jodha
Jalal refuses to accept Bakshi's gifts. Ruqaiya asks Jalal to solve some puzzles for his gift. When Jalal meets Rahim, who has the final clue to the gift, Rahim leads him to a Tulsi plant instead of a Neem tree leading Jalal to Jodha.
Ruqaiya's gift impresses Jalal
Jodha takes Jalal around his kingdom and makes him listen to the villagers' hitches. Jalal promises to dig a well to manage the water crisis. Ruqaiya asks Rahim if he asked Jalal to wait by the Neem tree. Jalal finds Ruqaiya's gift and is impressed by it.
Jalal says Ruqaiya is irreplaceable
Jalal realizes the importance of the villagers' good wishes and claims that Jodha's gift is superior to Ruqaiya's. Ruqaiya becomes furious at this and smashes a mirror. Jalal reassures Ruqaiya by stating that she will always remain irreplaceable.
Jalal's decision offends Anga
Adham has an evil eye on Tasnim. Jodha spots Adham touching Tasnim inappropriately and talks to Tasnim's mother but in vain. Jalal appoints subedars to different provinces in the absence of Anga and Adham. Resham informs this to Anga and she takes offense.
Adham's desire to marry Tasnim
Jodha complains to Jalal about Adham's impertinence. Jodha reminds Jalal that a woman's dignity must be protected. Adham announces at the Diwan-e-Khas his desire to marry Tasnim. Jalal faces a dilemma while delivering his verdict.
Anga warns Ruqaiya about Jodha
Jalal declares that he will pass the final verdict on Adham's actions the following day. Jodha reminds Jalal that women are not provinces to be won by force. Anga warns Ruqaiya and advises her to counter Jodha rather than interfere in matters of the court.
Jalal decides to change the law
Jalal asks Tasnim about her idea of marriage, but her ideas seem childish. Jalal disguises himself as a bangle seller and learns that Tasnim's parents are forcing her into marriage. Jalal relates to Jodha's words and decides to change the law.
Ruqaiya's marriage in trouble
Jalal is furious as Adham reasons that Jalal married Ruqaiya when she was a child and therefore, must separate from her. Jodha rues her fate as her decision to help women has put Ruqaiya's marriage in trouble.
Anga instigates Ruqaiya against Jodha - Jodha Akbar
Jalal hugs Ruqaiya when she reminds him of their childhood. Jodha opposes Jalal's divorce with Ruqaiya, and the duo discusses the objectification of women. Anga instigates Ruqaiya by telling her that Jodha made Jalal abolish child marriage to expel her.
Salima reads Ruqaiya’s letter
Jalal declares that he would divorce Ruqaiya to set an example before his subjects. He also orders Ataga to send out a circular, forbidding child marriage. Further, Ruqaiya hands out a letter, and Salima reads it.
Ruqaiya reveals Adham’s truth
Ruqaiya asks Jodha to deck her up as she wishes to spend her final night with Jalal. Thereafter, Jodha advises Jalal that he could prevent his divorce with Ruqaiya if she addresses the public and reveals Adham’s truth.
Jalal punishes Adham
Jalal orders Adham to be stripped of his decorations and put in prison. Later, Ataga declares to the public that their marriages would be held valid, thus solving their grievances. However, child marriage, henceforth, would be severely dealt with.
Jalal imprisons Sharifuddin
Ruqaiya repents when she realizes that Jodha tried to save her marriage and gifts her a diamond. Jodha reciprocates by tying a sacred thread around Ruqaiya's wrist. Jalal imprisons Sharifuddin and confers a title upon Munim as a reward.
Anga misreads Jodha’s letter
Jodha writes Jalal a letter. Anga takes advantage of Jalal's illiteracy and misreads the letter. She wrongly informs Jalal that Jodha has declared her love for him and wants to spend the night with him. Later, Jalal summons Ramtanu Pandey to perform at his court.
Anga instigates Jalal
Anga asks Ramtanu to sing some love songs at Jalal's court to increase Jalal's love for Jodha, and he agrees. Ramtanu's music fills Jalal with love for Jodha and, on Anga's instigation, a drunk Jalal decides to go to Jodha's room.
Anga misleads Jodha
Jalal tries to get intimate with Jodha, but she violently refuses. He gets furious and refuses to believe that she never sent a letter hinting at getting intimate. Anga misleads Jodha into believing that Jalal is mirthful and stops her from apologizing to him.
Jalal brings Benazir to the concert
Jodha goes to Jalal to justify her actions, but he refuses to listen to her. Later, at the concert of Ramtanu Pandey, Jalal brings in Benazir, his newly acquired gift, a beautiful woman, who previously belonged to the court of Abul Mali.
Anga tries to make Ruqaiya insecure
Anga tries to make Ruqaiya insecure of Benazir. Jodha returns a gift to Jalal, but he gives the gift to Benazir. Jodha gets angry and returns to her room. The next day, Jalal fails to keep his eyes off Jodha while training Benazir to fight with swords.
Ramtanu Pandey refuses Jalal's gifts
Ramtanu Pandey refuses Jalal's gifts but accepts Jodha's. As Jodha feeds the pigeons, Benazir comes and taunts her about Jalal. Meanwhile, Sharifuddin and Adham fight in prison. Later, Jalal permits Anga to meet Adham whenever she desires.
Anga fans Benazir’s desires
Anga goes to Benazir and fans her desire to grow in the Mughal hierarchy. Jalal notices Salima and Jodha at the garden and decides to meet Benazir in the same garden to make Jodha jealous. Later, Benazir pretends to be drowning, and Jalal saves her.
Jalal orders Anga to set up a 'Meena Bazar'
Jalal tells Anga that he wants a 'Meena Bazar' to be set up in the morning. Jalal orders that the winner of 'Meena Bazar' will be that woman, from whom, Jalal will buy something. Although Benazir gets the tag of the winner, it is Jodha, who ultimately triumphs.
Jalal enjoys Jodha's envy
Jodha discusses Jalal's partiality towards Benazir with Moti, while Jalal enjoys Jodha's envy. Anga asks Benazir to do as she instructs, but Benazir tells Zakira about her own objectives. Jalal scolds Jodha for insulting him and seems reluctant to talk to her.
Maqsood deciphers a secret message
Jodha gives a shawl to Jalal that is sent to her from Amer, but he decides to give it to Benazir. Benazir writes a letter to her mother, but Maqsood deciphers the secret message in it. Later, Benazir figures out that Jalal is using her.
Mirza Hakim arrives in Agra
Everyone seems excited about Jalal's step-brother, Mirza Hakim's arrival. Maqsood threatens to expose Benazir if she refuses to spend the night with him. Jalal calls for Benazir to perform for Hakim. Later, Hakim arrives in Agra, much to everyone's delight.
Benazir kills Maqsood
Hakim informs Salima and Jalal about Abul Mali's conspiracy against Jalal. Benazir gets intimate with Maqsood and kills him. As the snake attacks Jodha, Benazir comes to her rescue. Benazir ingests the venom as she is a 'vishkanya', a poison damsel.
Imtiaz, a fighter, challenges Jalal
A fighter named Imtiaz challenges Jalal for a fight and he agrees. Imtiaz, Mali's accomplice, asks Benazir to kill Jalal the following night. Later, Hakim asks Ataga to tighten up the security during the fight.
Hakim finds Benazir's letter
Hakim finds Benazir's letter, and the letter written in Awadhi surprises him. Benazir tries to get close to Jalal in order to kill him, but Ruqaiya unknowingly mars Benazir's attempt. Anga suggests Jalal let Adham fight Imtiaz.
Adham defeats and kills Imtiaz
Adham defeats Imtiaz and kills him. Jalal then acquits him of all the charges. Adham is smitten on seeing Benazir, but Anga chides him. Later, Sharifuddin learns that Benazir is in Agra and writes a letter to Jodha asking her to meet him.
Shivani plans to elope
Jodha meets Sharifuddin and learns about Mali's escape from Kabul. Bhagwant Das and Shivani arrive in Agra. Shivani plans on eloping with her love, Tejwant, an artisan. Later, Hakim informs Jalal about Benazir's letter, and Jalal decides to talk to her.
Mali receives Benazir's letter
Jalal questions Benazir about the letter. Although Jodha manages to warn Jalal about the danger, she misses an opportunity to talk to him in detail. Mali receives Benazir's letter and decides to come to Agra.
Hakim finds a dead snake
Benazir tries to lure Jalal while he pushes her away. Hakim finds a dead snake in the garden and informs Jodha about 'Vishkanya', a girl who takes snake bites to sustain her life. Later, Jodha talks to Hamida about Hakim and Shivani's wedding.
Mali meets Benazir
Jodha is excited about marrying Shivani off to Hakim. Jodha claims that Shivani would be happy in the relationship. Anga sees Shivani writing a letter to Tejwant, explaining her plan to elope. Meanwhile, Mali meets Benazir to plot Jalal’s murder.
Shivani agrees to marry Hakim
Anga tells Shivani that she must marry Hakim for the sake of the Sultanate's dignity. Jalal plans to fortify his palace on account of Hakim's wedding. Jalal also makes it clear that he wants to capture Abul Mali, who he feels, is plotting against the Sultanate.
Pratap decides to oust the Mughals
Anga tells Adham about her plan to let Shivani elope so that Jodha is humiliated before Jalal. Pratap decides to reinforce an army that can oust the Mughals. He decides to take the help of the poet, Tulsidas, who is running a nationwide campaign.
Jodha's beauty mesmerises Jalal
Tejwant hugs Shivani and assures her that they would elope. Anga spies on them and thinks of the mayhem that is about to ensue. Jodha appears in front of everyone wearing the dress given to her by Hamida. Jalal is left stunned seeing her beauty.
Jalal takes Bharmal’s advice
Jalal talks to Bharmal about the rapid expansion of the Sultanate. Bharmal suggests that Hakim would make a better chief than Bhagwant, as Bhagwant Das is governing Amer. Shivani escapes with Tejwant while Jodha is busy preparing for the puja.
Ruqaiya blames Jodha for Shivani's elopement
Jalal waits along with the guests for Shivani until the time of the wedding lapses. Ruqaiya shows Shivani’s letter of apology to Jalal. Ruqaiya holds Jodha responsible for the elopement, but Jalal disagrees with her.
Jalal orders Bharmal’s arrest
Jalal orders Bharmal to be taken to the prison for lying to him about Shivani. The next day, Hakim and Jodha request Jalal to let Bharmal go. Jalal finally releases Bharmal and later, Jodha rebukes Bharmal.
Sharifuddin writes to Jodha
Jodha wants to be punished for Shivani's act, but Jalal declines. Gulzar tells Sharifuddin that Benazir is actually Abul Mali’s spy. Sharifuddin immediately writes to Jodha. Jalal prepares for a battle and gives Mirza the responsibility to manage the same.
Sharifuddin writes to Jodha
Jodha wants to be punished for Shivani's act, but Jalal declines. Gulzar tells Sharifuddin that Benazir is actually Abul Mali’s spy. Sharifuddin immediately writes to Jodha. Jalal prepares for a battle and gives Mirza the responsibility to manage the same.
Jodha learns Benazir’s truth
Jodha follows Benazir and watches her consume poison from a snake. She also hears Benazir proclaim that she will kill Jalal with her venom. She goes back to the palace to give the news to Jalal. However, she is stopped by Ruqaiya.
Jalal evaluates Benazir
Jalal refuses to believe Jodha but agrees to evaluate Benazir. He summons Benazir and others to the court and she proves to be harmless. Everyone accuses Jodha of lying. Later, Benazir plans to run away from the palace with Zakira.
Jalal decides to marry Benazir
Anga calls her spies and tells them to instigate the public against Benazir. Benazir is attacked by a mob. She is brought to Jalal's court, and she says that she tried to attempt suicide because of Jodha's accusations. Later, Jalal decides to marry Benazir.
Sharifuddin has an advice for Jodha
Jodha goes to the prison to meet Sharifuddin and he advises Jodha to catch Benazir red-handed in order to stop the wedding. Later, Benazir plans to go to a Dargah with Jalal alone so that she can kill him on the way.
Jodha threatens to expose Benazir
As Benazir comes to Jalal, intending to poison him, Jodha makes Benazir move away by shooting arrows, eventually saving Jalal’s life. Jodha meets Benazir and threatens to reveal her true identity in front of everyone.
Salima and Jodha spot Benazir
Salima tells Hamida about the way Jodha has protected Jalal from Benazir. Salima and Jodha spot Benazir sneaking out of the palace and decide to follow her. Suddenly, an announcement is made that the water of the well near Dargah is venomous.
Adham's instructions to his soldiers
Jalal tells Jodha that she is falsely accusing Benazir as she is jealous of her. Adham tells Benazir that he knows that she is a 'Vishkanya' and tells her to kill Jalal soon. Adham instructs his soldiers to kill Abul Mali and Benazir as soon as Jalal dies.
Anga points out a bad omen
Jalal stops Jodha from moving to another room and tells Ruqaiya that he doesn't intend to step into Jodha's room again. When Jodha applies mehendi on Benazir's palm, she loses her balance and accidentally removes the Mehendi. Later, Anga calls it a bad omen.
Sharifuddin warns Jodha
Abul Mali steals a knife while the soldiers beat him up. Thereafter, Adham prepares his soldiers for the attack. Further, Sharifuddin informs Jodha that Benazir is planning to kill Jalal before the wedding. Later, Benazir gets her box of pearls back.
Abul Mali escapes
Benazir poisons a sweet dish and gives it to Jalal. In order to save Jalal, Jodha consumes the sweet and faints. Benazir confesses her truth in front of everyone. Ataga Khan captures Benazir as she tries to escape. Meanwhile, Abul Mali escapes from the prison.
Jalal prays for Jodha
Ruqaiya orders to drop Benazir into the poisonous well and cover it. Zakira tells Jalal about the antidote pearls. The hakim feeds Jodha the antidote, but her condition doesn't improve. As Jalal prays for Jodha, the hakim advises taking her to the royal clinic.
Jalal realises his love for Jodha
Jalal lights the oil lamp at Jodha's temple. The hakim tries to cure Jodha, but her condition remains critical. Thereafter, Jalal requests his subjects to pray for Jodha. He also realizes that he loves her and tells her that he doesn't want to lose her.
Jodha regains consciousness
Jodha finally regains consciousness. Jalal removes his crown and sword in front of his subjects and thanked them for praying for Jodha. Later, Jalal goes into Jodha's room and bows in front of the temple. He tells Moti Bai that he wants to talk to Jodha alone.
Anga incites jealousy in Ruqaiya
Ruqaiya tries to meet Jodha in her room in Jalal's presence, but Moti Bai stops Ruqaiya. Further, Anga attempts to incite jealousy in Ruqaiya. Sharifuddin plots to escape from prison. Later, Jalal applauds Hakim, while Maan Singh returns after winning a war.
Jalal to establish Fatehpur Sikri
Jalal announces that a town, Fatehpur Sikri, will be established to honor Jodha's loyalty. He also declares that he would go on a pilgrimage to Sikri on foot. Ataga, Maan Singh and Hakim advise Jalal against the trip. Jalal decides to don a commoner's attire.
An officer imprisons Jalal
Jalal, Jodha, and their aides begin their pilgrimage donning disguises. An officer stops them and asks them for money in order to proceed. However, Jalal refuses to pay him. Later, a second officer puts Jalal, Jodha, and their aides in prison.
Jodha gives away her ornaments
The officer lashes Jalal with the whip for arguing with him and questioning the law. Jodha gives away her ornaments as pilgrimage tax. Meanwhile, Adham informs Anga that Sharifuddin has rejected his help. Later, Jodha cooks food with the nomads for Jalal.
Jalal saves Todarmal’s life
Jodha and Jalal run into Raja Todarmal and lie about their identity. Todarmal offers the couple a shelter to protect them from the bandits and they agree to go with him. As bandits attack Todarmal’s village, Jalal intervenes and saves Todarmal’s life.
Ruqaiya refuses to obey Jalal
Jalal urges Ruqaiya to don her disguise and blend in with the commoners, but she refuses to listen. Jodha gives her jewellery to a nomadic woman and buys cooking ingredients and utensils from her. Later, Ruqaiya makes Jodha sleep outside.
Anga warns Ruqaiya
Jalal asks Adham to look into the affairs of the bandits at Todarmal's village. Later, Anga tries to make Ruqaiya realize that Jalal is getting emotionally attached to Jodha. Further, she warns that Ruqaiya will soon be replaced by Jodha.
Jodha learns about Bakshi’s pregnancy
Jodha learns that Bakshi is pregnant, but Bakshi asks Jodha to keep it a secret. Jodha informs Jalal about it. Jodha urges Hamida to ask Jalal to forgive Bakshi since she needs to be with Sharifuddin during her pregnancy. Later, Hamida tries to convince Jalal.
Jalal forgives Bakshi
Jodha requests Jalal to reconsider his decision about Bakshi and succeeds in changing his mind. Adham and his accomplices plan to be extremely careful in their ploys. Anga warns Ruqaiya about Jalal and Jodha’s growing closeness.
Sujamal decides to visit Jodha
Anga congratulates Jodha. Sujamal is informed about Jodha’s health and decides to pay her a visit. Jodha learns that Bakshi misses Sharifuddin and asks Jalal to bring Sharifuddin back for Bakshi. Later, Jalal tells Ruqaiya that he enjoys Jodha’s company.
Jalal releases Sharifuddin
Jalal releases Sharifuddin as a gift for Bakshi's baby shower leaving everyone stunned. Anga asks a furious Adham to be patient in his pursuits. Sharifuddin and Bakshi thank Jodha for her actions. Later, Sharifuddin plots to make Jodha fall for him.
Ruqaiya insults Jodha
Ruqaiya insults Jodha and tries to give away the responsibility of the palace to Jodha, but she refuses Ruqaiya’s offer. Later, Sharifuddin goes to meet Abul Mali to conspire against Jalal. Jalal is furious with Adham after learning about the increased robberies.
Ruqaiya sees Jalal and Jodha together
Anga creates a misunderstanding between Ruqaiya and Jalal. Anga stalls Ruqaiya from meeting Jalal before Jodha meets him. Adham informs Anga about his demotion. Jodha meets Jalal at the river bank and Ruqaiya is furious to see Jodha and Jalal together.
Jodha and Ruqaiya seek justice
Jodha and Jalal share an amorous moment together. Sharifuddin plans to attack Jalal. As Ruqaiya insults Jodha, they go to Jalal to seek justice. An envious Ruqaiya reprimands Jalal for his actions. Later, Jodha carelessly accepts her love for Jalal.
Ruqaiya slaps a maid
The maids in the palace get into a row and Ruqaiya slaps one of them. Further, Jodha goes to meet Jalal and persuades him to provide a fair verdict. Sujamal formulates a plan to attack Jalal’s supremacy. Jalal orders women to come forward with their problems.
Salima cautions Ruqaiya
The maids tell Jalal that they are unhappy with Ruqaiya’s behavior and they want Jodha to take up the responsibility of the palace. Jalal subtly tries to urge Jodha into taking up the responsibilities. Salima cautions Ruqaiya about her conduct.
Ruqaiya envies Johda’s popularity
Rukhsar shows Jodha around the harem, a domestic space, and requests her to take charge of it. Jalal convinces Jodha to take the harems' responsibility. Hoshiyar informs Ruqaiya that all the women are taking Jodha's side, making Ruqaiya furious.
Ruqaiya plans to defeat Jodha
Jalal orders Adham to follow Pir Mohammad's lead for the battle. Anga orders Adham to capture Malwa and defeat Pir Mohammed to get back his place. Hoshiyar secretly informs Ruqaiya about Jodha's plan. Ruqaiya plans to defeat Jodha.
Jalal confronts Ruqaiya
Hamida Banu doesn't believe that Jodha has placed the idols inside the harem. When Ruqaiya informs Jalal that Jodha has kept the idols, he does not believe her and supports Jodha. Jalal confronts Ruqaiya for keeping the idols.
Hamida meets Gulbadan
Moti confronts Jodha about having feelings for Jalal and asks her to confess her love to him. Hamida requests Gulbadan to make Ruqaiya aware of her actions. Sharifuddin tries to romance Jodha's picture, but Bakshi interrupts him.
Ruqaiya informs Anga about her plan
Ruqaiya votes for Jodha and makes her the winner. Hamida wonders about Ruqaiya's change of heart. When Sujamal meets Jodha, she confronts him about killing Jalal's relatives and asks him to leave. Ruqaiya informs Anga about her plan to win Jalal's faith.
Jodha addresses women of the harem
A lady explains the errands of the harem to Jodha. Elsewhere, Hoshiyar informs Ruqaiya that Jalal visited Jodha. Sujamal learns that Jalal has invited the commoners for a celebration. Jodha addresses ladies from the harem and sets them free from bondage.
Jodha complains to Jalal
Jodha seeks Anga's permission to show Jalal around the harem. She also explains the inhumane customs of the harem and the agony of the women to Jalal. Sujamal overhears Abul Mali and Sharifuddin conspiring against Jalal. Anga poisons Ruqaiya's ears against Jodha.
Sujamal writes to Ataga
Jalal offers Jodha the liberty to abolish slavery from the harem. Sujamal decides to inform Jodha that Jalal's life is in danger. Sujamal writes a message and sends it to Ataga. He gets shocked to learn about Mali's plan and gives the news to Sharifuddin.
Sujamal kills Mali's accomplice
Sharifuddin and Mali make plans to murder Jalal. Anga instigates Ruqaiya against Jodha. Jalal informs everyone that he is banning slavery and anyone who practices slavery will be punished. Later, Sujamal kills Mali's accomplice, who tried to kill Jalal.
Sharifuddin's false allegation against Sujamal
Sharifuddin makes a false allegation against Sujamal that the latter tried to kill Jalal. Jalal then orders Ataga to capture Sujamal. Further, Jodha fails to convince Jalal that Sujamal did not try to kill him. Later, Sujamal disguises himself as a beggar to meet Jodha.
Jalal throws a knife towards Ataga
Jalal seeks Salima's help. Salima tells Jodha to quit the responsibility of the harem, as her work to free all the slaves is accomplished. Towards the end of the game, Jalal throws a knife towards Ataga, and the latter falls on the ground.
Jodha decides to meet Sujamal
Jalal's knife kills the man, who attacked Ataga from behind. Sujamal writes a message on the leaves containing Goddess Ambe Ma's flower. However, Anga reads the message and gets curious. Later, Jodha decides to meet Sujamal after receiving his message.
Jodha learns about Mali's plot against Jalal
After meeting Sujamal, Jodha learns that Mali is plotting against Jalal. Meanwhile, Anga watches them from a distance and decides to instigate Jalal against Jodha. Later, Anga informs Jalal that Jodha met an unknown man in the temple at night.
A disguised Jalal follows Jodha
Jodha meets Sujamal to find out more about Jalal's enemy. When Jalal sees Jodha meet an unknown man, he returns without reacting. On Anga's instructions, a guard informs Jalal that Sujamal has escaped from Agra. Later, Jalal follows Jodha disguised as a guard.
Jodha steps down as the chief of the harem
Anga questions Jodha regarding her whereabouts. Jodha is surprised as Jalal doesn’t react when she informs him about an impending danger. Later, Hamida comforts a worried Jalal. Later, Jodha steps down as the chief of the harem, much to everyone's shock.
Adham plans on murdering Pir Muhammad
Jalal declares that the harem will be under Ruqaiya's control after Jodha steps down. A vexed Adham plans on murdering Pir Muhammad. Jalal taunts Jodha for lying to him. Later, Anga instigates Jalal to find out about the man whom Jodha met secretly.
Jalal deems Aziza guilty
Jalal talks to Jodha, insinuating her infidelity towards him. Adham tries to kill Pir with the help of some miscreants. Jalal metes out justice at Diwan-e-Aam and holds Aziza guilty for meeting her former lover. Later, Jodha discusses Jalal's decision with him.
Sujamal disguises as a eunuch
Jalal refuses to agree with Jodha that Mazhaar should have had faith in Aziza. The eunuchs arrive at the palace. There is an outcry from a eunuch, Dilawar, that she has been looted. An alert Anga spots Sujamal, who has been posing as Dilawar.
Sharifuddin almost recognises Sujamal
Sujamal attracts Bakshi's anger when he lingers too long before Jodha's portrait in Bakshi's room. Ruqaiya orders her 'Khwabgah' to be decorated, as Jalal is to spend the night with her. Anga tells Ruqaiya about her suspicion of Jalal being in love with Jodha.
A drunken Jalal reaches Jodha's room
Jalal arrives at Ruqaiya's 'Khwabgah' to spend the night with her. He gets drunk and plays a game with Ruqaiya. A drunken Jalal reaches Jodha's room and he sleeps peacefully there. Anga warns Sujamal of severe punishment if she finds him hovering again.
Jodha wishes to celebrate Hoshiyar’s birthday
Ruqaiya meets Jodha and tries to make her feel jealous. However, when she finds Jalal sleeping in Jodha’s room, she leaves. When Ruqaiya denies permission to celebrate Hoshiyar’s birthday, Jodha seeks permission from Jalal, but he denies her as well.
Hamida gives an advice to Jodha
Ataga informs Jalal about Dilawar’s suspicious activity. Hoshiyar meets Jodha and expresses gratitude. Hamida meets Jodha and Jalal and praises their compassion towards Hoshiyar. Jodha celebrates Hoshiyar’s birthday, and Jalal arrives there as well.
Jalal questions Dilawar about his identity
Jalal gets suspicious of Dilawar when he notices him washing his hands like a Hindu. Dilawar makes up a story when Jalal questions his identity. Further, Jalal learns about Pir Muhammad’s demise from Ataga. Later, Adham and Anga plot against Jalal.
Jalal names Abdullah Khan as Malwa's warden
Jodha decides to confess her love to Jalal. Jalal names Abdullah Khan as the warden of Malwa, which angers Adham. Anga promises Adham the throne of Delhi, but he refuses to believe her. Later, Anga informs Ruqaiya that Jodha secretly meets Dilawar.
Anga informs Jalal that Dilawar Khan is a Rajput
Anga informs Jalal that Dilawar Khan is indeed a Rajput. This angers Jalal and he goes in search of Dilawar to kill him. Sujamal meets Jodha and tells her about his mission. Sujamal hides in a large utensil in the kitchen and Jalal threatens to burn him alive.
Jalal orders Jodha to leave Agra
Jalal finds a Mughal soldier in the utensil in which Sujamal was hiding. When Sujamal tries to escape from the palace, Jalal captures him. Jalal questions Jodha about Sujamal's identity. When Jodha refuses to answer, Jalal asks her to leave Agra the next day.
Jodha decides to tell Jalal the truth
Jodha feels torn between stating the truth to Jalal and her loyalty towards Sujamal. Jodha is further tormented as she realizes that she has fallen in love with Jalal. Anga stops Jodha from telling the truth to Jalal. Later, Sujamal manages to escape from prison.
Sujamal tells Jalal the truth
Ruqaiya instigates Hamida against Jodha. Jalal successfully closes in on Sujamal. Further, an injured Sujamal tells Jalal the truth and clears the misconception in Jalal's mind about Jodha. Later, a guilt-ridden Jalal apologizes to Jodha.
Jodha leaves the palace
Jalal learns about Sujamal's truth and imagines clearing all the differences with Jodha. However, Jodha leaves the palace and leaves a letter for Jalal. Ruqaiya learns of Jodha's innocence. Anga gives the news of Jodha's departure to Sharifuddin. In this full episode of Jodha Akbar, Jalal learns about Sujamal's truth and imagines clearing all the differences with Jodha. However, Jodha leaves the palace and leaves a letter for Jalal. Ruqaiya learns of Jodha's innocence. Anga gives the news of Jodha's departure to Sharifuddin.
Jalal sets out to look for Jodha
Anga realizes that the dispute she had created between Jalal and Jodha might soon get resolved. Hamida rebukes Jalal for suspecting Jodha. Javeda follows Anga to a forest and finds her clapping thrice to reveal a door. Jalal decides to go out and look for Jodha.
Jalal arrives at Amer in search of Jodha
Anga learns that Javeda had followed her to the forest and decides to be more cautious. Jalal reaches Amer looking for Jodha. However, he gets disappointed in learning that she is not there. A worried Bharmal sends his forces to find Jodha.
Jodha arrives at Todarmal's ashram
Jalal decides to leave Amer and search for Jodha on his own. Jodha arrives at Todarmal's ashram for shelter. The members of the ashram accept her, and she decides to stay there. Meanwhile, Jalal keeps looking for Jodha.
Jalal prays for Jodha’s return
Jalal tells a soldier that he is going to Ajmer. Shehnaz asks Jodha if she is a queen. Sharifuddin visits Mali, who scolds him for not informing him about Jalal’s journey to Ajmer. Jalal reaches the dargah of Khwaja Garib Nawaz to pray for Jodha’s return.
Jalal’s search for Jodha upsets Ruqaiya
Anga goes into Hamida's room to look for a firman. Ruqaiya feels distressed as Jalal relentlessly looks for Jodha, implying that he cares for her. Moreover, Rahim tells Ruqaiya that he misses Jodha. Jalal, posing as a common man, takes a dip in the river Yamuna.
Villagers pelt stones at Jodha and Shehnaz
Anga tries to extort information about the firman. Ataga confronts Adham about discrepancies in the accounts. Shehnaz and Jodha’s intervention irks the villagers while punishing a widow and they pelt stones at them. An unaware Jalal shields them from harm.
Jalal gets wounded while saving the widow
Jodha and Shehnaz getaway when they see Jalal while he fights with the villagers and saves the widow. Todarmal helps a wounded Jalal and tells him that he had helped his father Humayun. Jodha gives an ointment to a stranger to apply on Jalal's wounds.
Multiple conspiracies against Jalal
Adham and Mali plot to kill Jalal. As Jodha and Jalal come across each other, he apologises to her and asks her to come back with him, but she refuses. Sharifuddin wants to take over the throne in Jalal's absence. Bharmal comes to the ashram to meet Jodha.
Jodha reaches Amer with Bharmal
When Jodha refuses to forgive Jalal, Bharmal convinces her to come to Amer. Further, he assures Jalal that Jodha will forgive him. Jodha's grandmother is elated at the news of Jodha's return, but Mainawati is embarrassed to face Jodha. Later, Jalal misses Jodha.
Jalal fights Mali and his soldiers
Jalal gets surrounded by Mali and his soldiers. Elsewhere, Jodha and her family prepare for 'Gangaur'. At the festival, Jodha accidentally breaks a necklace, which is a symbol of safety for a woman's husband. Jodha tries to fix it and prays for Jalal’s safety.
Jodha agrees to take care of Jalal
Jalal defeats Mali and injures his eye. Bharmal's soldiers, who have been following Jalal, bring him to Amer. Later, Jodha spots Jalal resting in her room. Bharmal tells Jodha to take care of Jalal because he is a guest. Jodha reluctantly agrees to do it.
Jalal challenges Jodha in swordsmanship
Anga locks up someone and interrogates the person. Hamida spots Anga going somewhere secretly and decides to follow her. Afterwards, Jalal sees Jodha practicing swordsmanship and challenges her to a duel. Jalal wins by cheating, which upsets Jodha.
Jodha refuses to return to Agra
Mainawati’s mother challenges Jalal for a game of spotting the bride. Aitmad Khan informs Ataga about an impostor trying to enter their harem. Meanwhile, Jalal successfully spots Jodha, however, she remains upset with him and refuses to return to Agra.
Hamida summons and confronts Anga
Hamida summons Anga under the suspicion of plotting against Jalal and confronts her about secretly going into the woods. Anga takes Hamida to the cave that she goes into. Elsewhere, Mainawati tries to convince Jodha to let go of her ego and go back to Jalal.
Anga admits to plotting against Jodha
Ataga informs Jalal about Anga’s plot that had led him to lose his respect for Jodha. Jalal interrogates Anga about letting Sujamal into their harem as a eunuch. Anga admits to plotting against Jodha multiple times and not having any remorse for it.
Jalal severs his ties with Anga
Jalal severs his relationship with Anga. Ruqaiya tells Jalal that she had known about Sujamal disguising himself as a eunuch. Anga tells Adham that Ataga had provoked Jalal against her. Later, Shagunibai tells Jodha that she and Jalal are destined to be together.
Hamida asks Jalal to be fair with Anga
Anga tries to talk to Jalal but in vain. Hamida tells him that he needs to deliver his judgment but remember that he owes his upbringing to Anga. Jalal decides to spend the night in Jodha’s room. Jodha dreams of Jalal telling her that he is incomplete without her.
Anga pleads guilty to her crimes
Hoshiyar convinces Ruqaiya to attend the court for Anga’s hearing. During the hearing, Adham thinks of killing Ataga multiple times. Anga is summoned, and Ataga states her crimes. Later, Anga accepts to hear the punishment that is to be meted out to her.
Anga plots against Ataga
Jalal strips Anga off all her authorities and hands over all the affairs of the state to Ataga and Munim Khan. Adham decides to take revenge on Ataga, but Anga stops him. Ataga informs Jalal of the irregularities in tax collection and treasury of the state.
Jalal forgives Shivani and Tejwant
Moti finds that Shivani has been captured as a hostage. Further, a furious Ruqaiya reprimands Anga for her actions, but Anga taunts her about her importance in Jalal’s life. After hearing Shivani and Tejwant’s plea, Jalal forgives them. Later, Jalal misses Jodha.
Jalal learns about the discrepancies in finances
Bharmal refuses to forgive Shivani even after learning about Jalal’s judgment. Jalal bestows Todarmal with the responsibility of the finances. Adham and the others get angry at Jalal’s decision. Later, Tordarmal informs Jalal about the problems in the finances.
Jalal abolishes taxes levied on Hindus
A disguised Jalal goes to the market to get an idea about the market prices and learns about his men exploiting the commoners. Jalal abolishes extra taxes levied on Hindus. When Jalal’s officials question his decision, he stands up for equality among religions.
Jodha decides to return to Agra
The villagers learn about Jalal’s decision. Meanwhile, Pratap is informed about Jalal’s judgment, and he tries to understand his motives behind it. Anga decides to rebel against Jalal for Adham’s sake. Jodha tells Bharmal that she wants to return to Agra.
Jalal learns about Jodha’s return to Agra
Jodha leaves for Agra. Jalal receives a message from Ajmer and asks Ruqaiya to read it out to him. Jalal is elated to learn that Jodha is returning to Agra and asks his officials to arrange for her grand welcome. Moti and Salima decide to decorate Jodha’s room.
Jodha’s grand welcome at Agra
Considering Jalal's happiness, Ruqaiya decides to look after the arrangements for Jodha’s return. Later, Anga tries to instigate Ruqaiya against Jodha. Upon Jodha’s arrival, she is welcomed by everyone in the palace.
Jodha and Jalal meet each other
Jodha and Jalal meet, and Ruqaiya is envious to see them together. Jalal decides to establish an idol of Lord Krishna for Jodha. Hamida apologizes to Jodha for leaving Agra. At night, Jodha goes to talk to Jalal, but he asks her to punish him for his conduct.
Jalal and Jodha tend to an unconscious Ruqaiya
Jalal and Jodha share a romantic moment, but Ruqaiya spots them together. When Ruqaiya faints, Jalal and Jodha take care of her. Anga finds Shehnaz in her room and rebukes her. Jodha learns that Jalal used to offer prayers to the ‘Tulsi’ plant in her absence.
Jodha confronts Anga for betraying Jalal
Ruqaiya interrupts Jalal and Jodha and gifts him a portrait. Jodha learns that Jalal has broken all ties with Anga. Salima tells Jodha that Anga had instigated Jalal against her and had also falsified Sujamal's character in front of Jalal. Jodha confronts Anga.
Sujamal’s letter of appreciation for Jalal
Anga blames Jodha for distancing Jalal from her and refuses to accept her as his wife. Jalal receives Sujamal's letter thanking him for abolishing slavery and pilgrimage tax. Hamida prepares to celebrate Jalal and Jodha's anniversary. Later, Jalal saves Rahim.
Shehnaz vows to usurp Jalal’s throne
Jalal gets furious at Shehnaz and asks Jodha to send Shehnaz back to Mathura. Jodha consoles Shehnaz, who vows to usurp Jalal’s throne. Later, Jodha congratulates Jalal on their anniversary, while Ruqaiya feels frustrated by everyone’s affection towards Jodha.
Ruqaiya plots against Jalal
Ruqaiya infuses something in the rose and asks her attendant to smell it. She faints after smelling the rose. Thereafter, Hoshiyar presents a bouquet of roses to Jalal. Ruqaiya gets surprised to find Jalal unaffected by the aroma and fumes as her plan fails.
Jodha and Jalal follow a secret path
Jalal forgives a prisoner, who had helped Benazir in an attempt to kill Jalal. Further, Jalal shows Jodha a secret mark on his bangle and follows the sign. Jodha and Jalal reach a wall and try to investigate it. However, when they find nothing there, they leave.
Jalal learns about Ruqaiya’s pregnancy
Jalal rushes to Ruqaiya after getting a piece of news from Hakima. Ruqaiya informs Jalal that she is carrying his child. Further, Jalal orders the servants to take extra care of Ruqaiya, who is pleased to have spoiled Jodha's celebrations.
Ruqaiya’s pregnancy news upsets Jodha
Jalal requests Ataga to keep Ruqaiya's pregnancy a secret. Jalal tells Jodha about Ruqaiya's pregnancy. Jodha expresses her anger to Jalal for having so many wives, but he tells Jodha that he loves her unconditionally. Jodha also confesses her love for Jalal.
Ruqaiya sees Jodha in Jalal’s arms
Adham plans to destroy Jalal. Sharifuddin asks him to wait for the right time. Ruqaiya finds Jodha sleeping in Jalal’s arms and feels devastated. She orders her female attendant to fetch Jodha immediately. Moti Bai informs Jodha that Ruqaiya has called for her.
Jodha takes care of a pregnant Ruqaiya
Jodha visits a pregnant Ruqaiya, who asks Jodha to take care of her. Jalal decides to confront Ruqaiya, but Jodha stops him. Jodha forbids Ruqaiya from smoking hookah and massages her head. Jalal gets romantic with Jodha, while an anxious Ruqaiya smokes hookah.
Jodha tests Zakira’s honesty
Adham tries to molest Shehnaz, but Jodha saves her. When Zakira saves Rahim's life, Jalal grants her permission to stay at the palace. Jodha tests her honesty before allowing her to stay at the palace. Later, Jalal asks for Jodha's help in political issues.
Top Cast
Paridhi Sharma
Jodha Bai
Rajat Tokas
Jalaluddin Muhammad Akbar
Lavina Tandon
Ruqaiya Sultan Begum
Ashwini Kalsekar
Maham Anga
