This is Hindustan!
History is witness to many...
...dynasties who have ruled with sword and blood,
Since 1011 AD, countless invaders...
...have ravaged and plundered this land,
And then came, the Mughals,
They made India their home, giving it love and respect,
Founded by Babur, the Mughal Dynasty passed from Humayun to his son, Akbar,
Among all the Mughal Emperors, Akbar achieved the greatest heights -
Jalaluddin Mohammad Akbar!
The first Mughal Emperor to be born on Indian soil...
...Akbar was born in a Hindu Rajput home,
And there was Princess Jodhaa...
...who was also born in Rajputana,
In Amer,
Daughter of King Bharmal...
...and Queen Padmavati,
Jodhaa was betrothed...
...to Prince Ratan Singh of Ajabgarh,
The Rajputs - were taught the art of combat from childhood...
...to protect their families and homes...
...and kingdom!
Maan Singh!
Brother Sujamal!
Among the warriors, was Prince Sujamal...
...Jodhaa's cousin,
Sujamal loved Jodhaa like a sister,
He was by her side whenever she beckoned,
You can make a better painting!
Bharmal was crowned King, following the demise of Sujamal's father,
Sujamal was left isolated...
...because his destiny would take him far from Amer,
Princess Jodhaa's future too would lead her...
...away from the Rajputana provinces,
And now, the year is 1555!
The Mughal dynasty had almost ended...
...following Emperor Humayun's accidental death,
Taking advantage of the situation, King Hemu seized the Delhi throne,
A great battle ensued... in Panipat!
On one side was King Hemu...
...with an army twice the size of the Mughal army,
On the other side...
...was Bairam Khan, Emperor Humayun's loyal general...
...who was training the 13 year-old Jalaluddin to take on his father's mantle,
You must consolidate Hindustan!
Your courage will lead to victory.
I, Bairam Khan, loyal servant to the Mughal dynasty...
...remind you once again...
...the future of the Mughals is in your hands.
Until he breathed his last, your father Emperor Humayun, had only one dream -
To see the Mughal flag flying over Hindustan.
God willing, it will be you, who will fulfill his dream!
Long live Emperor Jalaluddin Mohammad!
Prepare to attack!
If we can kill King Hemu, his army will scatter.
Hemu's eyes alone are exposed, unprotected by armour.
Appoint an archer who must strike him in the eye.
Soldiers and riders! Charge!
Prepare to charge!
Your glorious Majesty!
For the first time, today, allow your sword to prove its worth.
Behead the traitor...
...and bring glory to the Ghazi name!
He is worse than a dead man, Khan Baba. How can I strike him?
If you do not, the army will take it amiss...
...and not believe you are a true Ghazi.
Do as I bid!
Soldiers!
My brave Mughal soldiers!
Like his ancestors...
...our Emperor Jalaluddin Mohammad too, is a true Ghazi!
A glorious future to the young Emperor!
This is how Bairam Khan regained the Delhi throne for the young Emperor,
For the next six years, Bairam Khan tried consolidating Hindustan...
...by sending emissaries with proclamations to neighbouring provinces,
This decree has been sent by Emperor Jalaluddin Mohammad!
Align your kingdom, within a month to the Mughal Empire!
And as a loyal subject, pay the Jaziya tax and other taxes.
If you reject the Emperor's decree...
...then you will face Jalaluddin's wrath!
This disobedience will be deemed a crime.
Offenders and their kingdoms will be annihilated.
By decree of the Emperor of Hindustan...
...Jalaluddin Mohammad!
Tell your Emperor, he will not have my kingdom!
We, Rajputs, are unused to such orders.
I need some time.
I...
...accept!
But... we too have certain conditions.
I won't give Ajabgarh!
Throw him out!
Prepare to attack!
Have all preparations been made, Khan Baba?
Jalal, the Mughal army awaits your signal.
Was a last chance for peace given?
- Chughtai Khan! - Your Majesty...
...our peace proclamation has been returned.
O great and magnificent Emperor, behead him!
No, Khan Baba.
A king in captivity is at our mercy.
He should be forgiven, not beheaded!
Forgive me, Your Majesty...
...as loyal custodian...
...I will have to preserve the glory of the Mughal Empire.
Enough, Khan Baba! No more.
Jalal!
Do not forget you are the future of the Mughal Empire.
I, Bairam Khan, have created you, O Protector of the World!
I have built the Empire so carefully... and now you destroy it.
Loyalty can make a man impertinent.
I have seen rebellion clouding your sight, Khan Baba.
This is the first time, I have stopped your sword.
Do you know why?
Because from now on... I will make my own decisions!
From now on, following any battle...
...I want mercy to be shown to prisoners of war.
Today I declare...
...prisoners of war will not be enslaved. It is inappropriate.
Yes, I want to rule this land.
But rule it with, humanity and compassion.
I misunderstood you.
Had I known...
...I wouldn't have had any reservation in ruling under your sovereignty.
- Chughtai Khan! - This way, Your Highness!
It is now my desire, that you unburden yourself of responsibility...
...and devote your life to Allah! Go on pilgrimage to Mecca.
Your Majesty!
One more province is now under Mughal rule.
What about Rajputana?
Your Majesty, their borders are unyielding.
The kings of Rajputana have rejected our sovereignty outright!
The Rajputs!
Devotees of the sword, the bravest of the brave!
Your Highness!
What's the reason for this interruption.
Forgive me. The Queen is asking for the Princess.
Tell the Queen mother, I'll join her shortly.
As you wish.
Jodhaa, this isn't fair!
I was about to win when the attendant distracted me.
Victory is victory, brother. I have defeated you!
Brother Sujamal, remember -
a moment's distraction can change the duel's outcome.
A slight distraction can bring defeat... or death!
- It is you who taught me that! - Yes, I know.
Now the student teaches the teacher.
Not teaching, only reminding.
Let me tell you. Your skills are impressive.
A good student absorbs knowledge swiftly and well.
Like you, Jodhaa!
Really? So I am a good student. Thanks to a wise teacher like you.
- Your new teacher is wiser. - A new teacher? Who is that?
The Queen.
Your mother will teach you, what women must know.
You will soon be carried away in a palanquin.
But I have a condition!
I will not marry, till father appoints you the Crown Prince!
- But... - My last word!
Jodhaa, you must not make unreasonable demands.
But it's true! I have heard father praise your skills.
He speaks of your bravery. And the many tournaments you have won...
...you are proficient in warfare deserving to be crowned.
Now there's nothing to be worried about. Am I right?
Let the prayer begin - In the name of Lord Surya...
On this auspicious day of Dassera...
...it is time for important announcements!
My first announcement is:
The reins of Amer will be in Bhagwan Das's hands.
The second:
Sujamal... will be subordinate to Bhagwan Das.
And now for the news, you've long awaited.
Within the year, on an auspicious day, with Goddess Jamvai Mata's blessings...
...Princess Jodhaa and Prince Ratan Singh...
...will be joined in holy matrimony!
Congratulations!
Feign some shyness!
A fruitful union!
Where are you going? They must be looking for you.
Give me your veil.
- Go and take my place discreetly. - Yes.
Brother, it grieved me to hear...
...perhaps... father was helpless!
Helpless?
More like selfish and greedy.
I am not hungry for power.
I never eyed a thing that isn't mine.
I don't mind sharing the kingdom with Bhagwan Das and Maan Singh.
All I want is, my self-respect and honour. And what is rightfully mine.
And if I am denied this...
...then, remember Jodhaa, the setting sun will rise again!
Brother!
I will speak to the Emperor at an opportune moment...
...and request him to ask King Bharmal...
...to give you a share of the Amer throne.
I will be indebted to you, Sharifuddin Hussain!
What will I get in return?
What do you want?
To invade Delhi!
Invade... Delhi?
Once you have your share of Amer, you will have to help me...
...to invade Delhi.
But are you not the Emperor's brother-in-law?
Yes, I did marry Bakshi Banu Begum, Jalaluddin's sister.
Due to that alliance, I was appointed, the Governor of Ajmer, Nagor and Mewat.
Let me tell you something Sujamal.
Water and ambition have one thing in common - they are ever-swelling.
Now I want all of Hindustan!
Very well. I will help you.
But no blood must be shed in my accession.
What we dreaded has happened!
Sujamal has asked Sharifuddin for help to annex my throne.
If a war is waged, our kingdom will be ruined.
Thousands of women will be widowed. Children orphaned.
The very thought makes me tremble.
It does not make any sense to let innocent people get slaughtered.
Chandrabhanji...
...wouldn't it be wise to make peace with the Mughals...
...and offer Jalaluddin a hand of friendship?
- Do that and be branded a traitor! - An alliance with the Mughals?
No greater example of treason.
You'll surely be regarded a traitor.
It pains me too. But let me tell you...
...I will be saving my people from defeat, death and disaster...
...by accepting the Mughal treaty!
Very well, King Bharmal...
...let me warn you and the people of Amer...
...because of your decision...
...no alliances will take place between our families...
...for present and future generations! - Not only Ajabgarh!
All of Rajputana will cut ties with you!
Rajaji, welcome to Sanganer!
His Majesty has seen Chandrabhanji's message.
He will meet you here, in the elephant arena.
- Where is His Majesty? - His Majesty? Right there.
Taming wild elephants and horses is the Emperor's favourite pastime.
This is no longer a sport!
Your Majesty, King Bharmal of Amer...
...Head of the Kachhaawaas - a great Rajput dynasty, awaits you.
Welcome!
Greetings, Your Majesty!
We praise your courage. A truly amazing feat!
I invite you to my royal tent.
I will be pleased to welcome you there, Rajaji.
As you wish!
On your guard!
The Crown of the Mughals...
...the Emperor of Hindustan...
...Jalaluddin Mohammad approaches!
Welcome. I am honoured you have traveled so far to see me.
May I know the purpose of this visit?
I wish to include the kingdom of Amer under Mughal sovereignty.
I am pleased and proud to hear you are entrusting Amer to us.
I wish to discuss... one more matter...
Please go ahead.
In private...
Disperse!
Pray speak.
You must accept the hand... of my daughter, Princess Jodhaa!
And this will be a marriage of alliance between the Mughals and Amer.
I can understand... the reason behind your silence...
- Probably... - Don't misunderstand.
I appreciate your courage in speaking your mind.
I am honoured by your proposal. And I thank you for it.
Let me give it some thought.
Only after visiting the shrine of Saint Moinuddin Chisti...
...will I send you my response.
As it befits you!
Help me, Khwaja! Help me.
I have come to Your sacred shrine with a dream -
The dream of a consolidated Hindustan under the Mughal sky.
Pray to Allah to help me fulfill this dream, O Saint!
Ameen!
May peace be upon you!
- Sharifuddin, all well? - Yes, Your Majesty!
Yes, Khan Baba?
Jalal, there was almost a riot on my way to Ajmer...
...when some Hindu Rajputs...
...stopped Muslim pilgrims from coming to this shrine.
Due to that, the unrest is spreading.
Such religious riots, can cause disaster some day.
Will more security on the Ajmer route help?
Your Majesty, orders will be issued!
Many more places need surveillance, Sharifuddin.
Apart from Ajmer, there is... looting and plundering on the route...
...leading to the Gujarat ports.
That is causing problems for the Haj pilgrims.
Whom does the Ajmer province fall under?
King Bharmal of Amer.
Khan Baba! Kindly get my message sent to King Bharmal.
I accept his proposal of a marriage of alliance with his daughter.
And especially mention -
To ensure peace and unity in the province...
...I will be pleased to accept this marriage!
But consider that she is a Rajput. A Hindu. How is this marriage possible?
Kindly reconsider your decision.
Sharifuddin, I have thought it over carefully.
It was the respected Bairam Khan Baba...
...who held the reins of the Mughal rule in my name for years.
For all these years...
I have often wondered...
...why our forefathers failed to take over all of Hindustan.
Until now I have been in a quandary, how to make this dream come true.
The goal was clear, but the path was unknown!
A marriage of alliance. A new bond. A divine signal from Allah.
I thank you, Almighty Allah, for showing me the way forward.
Khan Baba, convey my message of acceptance.
But father, he is a Mughal!
Earlier too, I did not have a choice...
...when I was betrothed to Prince Ratan Singh of Ajabgarh.
I convinced my heart to accept him.
But now I am being married to a man...
...who belongs to a different religion.
Jodhaa, as your father, I understand what you're going through.
Your heart had set out to marry Prince Ratan Singh.
But it is them who have broken the alliance!
It pains me to ask. If not for your father...
...then for the sake of your people...
...for the province of Amer...
...you will have to sacrifice your happiness.
I hear you have a message from Agra. Is brother set to marry?
I wonder why it has been decided so quickly.
Mother is away on a provincial tour.
- We must go at once. A lot needs... - Control your emotions, Begum!
Do you have any idea who he is marrying?
The Princess of Amer.
A Hindu!
Listen carefully! I will not attend this impure ceremony.
And neither will you!
Please listen...
Brother, forgive me.
Dear brother, I need your help, Please rescue me, Yours, Jodhaa,
No. How can I send this letter to Sujamal?
- When I know that he's suffering. - Forgive me, Jodhaa.
What if Prince Ratan Singh reconsiders marrying you?
If you just tell him you are opposed to this marriage. Then...
No, Madhavi. In doing that, I'll be hurting father.
He is convinced this alliance will safeguard our kingdom.
Disperse!
There is a way out.
Why not send a companion in your place to marry him?
He has never seen you.
No, mother. If the Mughal Emperor discovers the truth...
...Amer will have to face his wrath.
They will definitely get to know.
Then, my dear...
...keep this vial of poison...
...drinking poison is better than losing your honour!
O enchanter of the heart
My beloved Krishna, heed me
Lord, why me?
How will I find peace without You?
Night and day I pine for You
Abandon Your sacred cities of Kashi and Mathura
Come and dwell in my eyes
How will I find peace without You?
My beloved Krishna, night and day I pine for You
- Yes, Princess? - I have come to a decision.
I wish to meet the Emperor before I consent to marry.
I have certain conditions.
And for that, she has requested...
...Your Majesty's presence in her royal tent.
What are these conditions?
They are unknown to me!
I am sorry, she has refused to tell me.
I welcome you...
...I cannot find the words to express my appreciation...
...that you agreed to come and hear me out.
I have two conditions -
Only if these are met, will I marry you.
And what are they?
My first condition -
I will be allowed to keep my religion, my faith...
...follow my customs and traditions...
...and under no circumstances, will I be coerced into conversion!
Do you accept?
And?
I will be allowed to bring an idol of my God with me...
...and for Him, a temple will be built in my chamber!
These are my two conditions.
King Bharmal's daughter has put two conditions before me.
Only if I meet them...
...will she consent to marry me.
Her first condition:
She would like to keep her religion and traditions.
And the second:
A temple should be built in her palace inside the Mughal fort.
This the first time I have experienced the legendary Rajput pride and dignity.
I salute the Princess of Amer's fearless courage and candour!
Let me tell her that I, too...
...am born on the same soil as her.
And I, too, have the same courage and candour!
I have decided that the alliance with Princess Jodhaa of Amer...
...is acceptable to me!
Allah willing, her demands will be met to her satisfaction.
Congratulations!
Your Majesty, congratulations!
Your marriage has given the pilgrims of Ajmer Sharif new reason to rejoice.
A group of Sufis would like to perform in honour of Khwaja Gharib Nawaaz.
Khwajaji, O Saint
Khwajaji! O Master
O Benevolent Heeder of the poor
O Moinuddin
O my beloved Khwaja! Abide in my heart
O King of Kings, O beloved of Ali!
O my beloved Khwaja! Abide in my heart
You restore the destiny of the helpless
O Saint, I have seen divine light in Your court
O Saint, men of God lower their heads in Your court
You are the Peer of the realm of Hindal You are the Pinnacle
In yearning for You, beloved Khwajaji...
...we have found the Prophet, the Chosen One
My master has lead me to You
My master has led me to You I have found refuge in You
All my troubles have ended
Now I am one with You
No matter how proud I am to be one with You, it is but little
I shall never leave the place where Your feet rest
What is the reason for this sternness?
Does this marriage displease you?
Islam gives women equal rights to dissolve a marriage.
If you do not want this marriage...
...choose the path of the 'khulla' and absolve yourself from this marriage.
It is your right!
You can break this bond and be free.
Your customs may permit 'khulla',
But for us, marriage binds us for seven lifetimes.
I am grateful to you, for accepting my demands.
I don't know, why my mind is filled with doubt.
My mind hasn't made peace with this marriage.
Perhaps, it is because our religion and cultures are so different.
I did give my consent to this marriage...
...yet, my heart does not allow me to be close to you!
I respect you.
I value your feelings.
I will not force myself on you.
I will be close to you when, God willing, your heart permits.
May Allah give you peace!
Where's the Emperor?
He is leaving for Malwa on urgent business.
Is everything alright, Jodhaa?
Yes.
The Empress Hamida Banu Begum, mother of the Emperor!
Welcome, my dear.
May Allah protect you from the evil eye and keep you well and happy!
Ameen! So be it!
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