Ruksar, Nazima! Have you seen the emperor around?
No.
Alright.
Every year, Jalal waits for my gift.
I wonder, whether he has found my gift or not?
You've given him such tough clues.
It will take time to solve them.
I had planned to do something new this time.
Did Jalal get too engrossed with that?
He must have gone to mother-in-law, first.
Then, to Maham Anga. And now it remains to be seen...
...whether he got to Rahim or not.
He should've found my gift, by now.
I wonder where he is?
Tasneem.
It's you? Greetings! Please come.
You make really good earthenware.
Thank you. Come. Come in.
Mother, listen.
You. Where would you like to sit? You're in my home!
Please, sit.
Poor people like us have nothing to give to you.
-You have a lot to give me. -That's magnanimous of you.
You have pleased this girl by giving her such a big gift.
You've been really kind to us.
I'll always be kind to you. But, I don't understand one thing.
Your art is flourishing. So, why do you live in poverty?
Your Majesty, to be honest, her father is an alcoholic.
He blows all that we earn on it.
Okay.
-Where is your husband? -There he is.
Have a seat, Your Majesty.
"Very good. I have found the perfect pawn."
"Alcohol is his weakness. And I'll definitely take advantage...
...of this weakness."
Sit.
What's wrong? You seem upset.
-Your Majesty, I...I... -Anyway, I have the solution...
...to every problem of yours.
Join me sometime. I also like to drink, like you.
Your Majesty, how can I join you? We are not equals.
I am a nobody compared to you.
Still, how can I help you?
You can do a lot for me. Come.
What and how?
I'll tell you at the right time.
I was thinking of giving all of you a better life.
I'll take you to Malwa. You'll do better work. He'll run the fort.
Your Majesty, thank you so much.
You are being so kind!
It's not a favour. I am not the commander-in-chief for nothing.
I have a purpose in mind for whatever I do.
I was passing by. I saw Tasneem. So, I stopped.
I thought, I should meet Tasneem's parents.
You are attending the emperor's celebration, aren't you?
Do bring Tasneem, as well. Alright? Here.
Buy good clothes for yourself and for Tasneem, with that.
The commander-in-chief is so noble, isn't he?
May our emperor remain hale and hearty, O God.
Come. Come. It's the emperor's birthday.
You see? You were talking about King Chandragupta.
But, people in Agra are just as happy.
They are celebrating their emperor's birthday.
They would've carried me on their shoulders...
...if they knew that I was amongst them.
That's if, I wasn't in disguise.
It's not just about your clothes, Your Majesty.
They can't recognise you...
...since you don't have your sword...
...and crown.
People would've recognised you, if you had both.
What do you mean? People give more importance...
...to my sword or crown?
Not importance. People fear your sword and crown.
-Your subjects are scared of you. -That's fine.
People should be scared of the emperor.
So, why do you have a problem accepting...
...that your sword and crown is what matters?
Sometimes, I'm not able to understand you, lady Jodha.
Your Highness, it's you! In our village? In disguise!
Happy birthday, Your Highness.
-Come on! The emperor is here. -The emperor is here.
See, lady Jodha? They recognise me without my royal attire.
You are looking at what's on the surface.
You can't see what's in their hearts.
Their fear for you.
-All hail emperor Jalaluddin. -Hail!
What will you say, now? See? They are so happy.
We'll get late, if you keep praising yourself. Shall we go?
-All hail emperor Jalaluddin. -Hail!
Why have you brought me here, lady Jodha?
They are also your subjects, Your Highness.
These are the people who live off the food that's given...
...as charity on your birthday.
They don't have good clothes or the money to give you a gift.
Let's go, lady Jodha. I am really thirsty.
You are thirsty, now. But, their biggest problem is thirst.
-I don't understand you. -You will. Talk to them.
-Is this also a clue to my gift? -You could assume that.
Your emperor is before you. You can wish him.
Greetings. Greetings, Your Majesty.
Happy birthday. May God grant you a long life.
-All hail emperor Jalaluddin. -Hail!
All hail. All hail.
Lady Jodha told me that you have a problem.
Tell me. What is your need?
Water. Water, Your Majesty.
There is acute shortage of water in our area, Your Highness.
There is only one well. That's in the other village.
But, the water level has reduced in it, as well.
All we want is water.
We don't want anything else. God will bestow his grace upon you.
If this is your problem, then why didn't you bring it to the court?
We came many times, Your Highness. But, we couldn't meet you.
A well will be dug in your village by today evening.
I give you my word...
...that you'll never have any problems, again.
I will see to it that you get water, until the well is dug.
Serving water is like serving God.
I'll make sure that you don't have problems...
...in getting to the court, the next time.
-All hail Emperor Jalaluddin. -All hail. All hail.
At least, now tell me where is my gift?
Have patience.
It's your gift. You'll get it before your birthday celebrations.
But before that, you've to solve lady Ruqaiya's riddle.
She has the first claim on you. So, you should get her gift first.
But, I am pleased that you gave your subjects a gift today.
Come.
-All hail emperor Jalaluddin. -All hail. All hail.
Why hasn't Jalal come to me, yet?
I wonder, if he has got to Rahim?
I have heard that Rahim likes to hide.
He has made a mess. He hides in a basket, at times.
At times, in the room.
I wonder, where he is hiding this time? He is a devil.
-Yes. He is a mess. -For God's sake, mind your tongue.
Shame on you for calling an angel a devil.
He is just a child. Find him. You'll find him.
Come on, look for him. Come on. Go.
Seed of a date. Rahim loves dates.
Where is he hiding?
Okay. So, you are hiding here?
People are looking for you all over the harem.
Rahim, didn't you hear me? This is not funny.
People are looking for you all over the harem.
-While you are eating dates here. -Dates are really sweet, mother.
Really? You remember the sweetness of the date...
...but, not what I told you.
What did you tell me? I forgot.
Alright. I guess I'll have to tell lady Salima.
She will be glad to know that you forgot the job I gave you.
You are eating dates, in secret.
Wait. I'll go and tell her.
Wait, mother. This is between us.
Why involve her in this?
So, tell me. Where did you send the emperor?
-Where you told me. -And what did I tell you?
-Basil. -Basil or Neem?
-Yes. Neem, for sure. -You said Neem, right?
Yes, mother. I said Neem.
Then, where could the emperor go?
Mother, have some dates.
No, you have them.
Move.
-Happy birthday, Your Highness. -Thank you, Adgah.
Your majesty, why are you wearing this dress, today?
A birthday gift is to be worn on the birthday, right?
I was also confused like you, when I saw lady Jodha's gift, Adgah.
Anyway, tell me. Why do you look worried?
It's nothing, Your Majesty.
You were untraceable for so many hours.
-So, we got worried. -I'm sorry, Adgah.
I should've informed you before going out with lady Jodha.
But where to, Your Majesty?
You are experienced. You understand things better.
Wives like to make their husbands dance to their tunes.
Whatever the reason may be.
-Anyway, do something for me. -Yes.
I want a well dug, no matter what it takes.
You can take as many soldiers as you want.
But, this should be done.
Consider this my wish on my birthday.
Your wish is our biggest duty. Your order will be obeyed.
You see? Adgah also raised the question that I have in mind.
Now, tell me. What was the logic behind giving...
...this dress as a gift?
Wait till the evening. You'll know why I gave you this gift.
-What happened? -Nothing, lady Jodha.
I am unable to understand women, once again.
Ruqaiya sent me on a treasure hunt. Here I am, struggling...
...with this gift of yours.
Why on earth don't women talk straight?
What can we do? You are twisted, so being straight, is pointless.
This is why, I twisted things a bit.
It's possible that lady Ruqaiya also has the same idea.
Okay, I'll go now. Let me go see what lady Ruqaiya has...
...in store for me.
Happy birthday, Your Majesty.
What kind of clothes is the emperor wearing today?
Such simple clothes. Like an ordinary subject.
On his birthday, at that.
Greetings, Your Majesty.
Greetings, my dear.
Why are you looking at me in such amazement?
Anyone would look at you in amazement.
Who wears a dress like that on his birthday?
I am just showing respect to the gift, sire.
Your mother Jodha has given me this gift.
A gift like that? Yes, that reminds me.
I sent you to the neem tree. Why didn't you go there?
You make the mistake and I get yelled at.
I'm sorry, sire. I guess you are wrong.
You told me to go the basil plant and not neem.
That's your mistake. I sent you to the neem tree.
I got yelled at for no reason.
This means, lady Ruqaiya must be waiting eagerly...
...for me to get to her gift.
So, it means I have to go to the Neem tree, right?
Thank God, you understood.
Now, go. She has kept the gift there.
Thank you, sire.
I am at the neem tree. Now, what is the next clue?
Very good, lady Ruqaiya.
My God, lady Ruqaiya. Your gift is praiseworthy.
Extraordinary and unique.
Why didn't Jalal come to me, yet?
He doesn't value my gift.
Your attention, everyone!
Beware! The emperor of India...
...Jalaluddin Mohammad is approaching.
Wonderful, lady Ruqaiya! Your gift is truly amazing.
Thank you, mother.
I thank you for this gift.
This gift is the best amongst all the gifts...
...I've received, today.
It'll always shine like the Mughal empire.
Although, I had to work hard to find it.
But, you've given me a gift...
...that an emperor must have.
This cloth woven from the threads of gold will...
...protect me from the enemy's attack and its shine will...
...stun everyone looking at the Mughal emperor.
I don't mind announcing publicly that I'm impressed by...
...lady Ruqaiya's intellect and foresight.
She's unparalleled.
Today, she has given me the most beautiful gift.
I'm sorry to interrupt, Your Highness.
But, some of your subjects want to see you.
Long live, the emperor Jalaluddin.
So many people?
May you live long, Your Highness!
You got the well built for us and thus gave us...
...water and something to live for.
You heard our pleas. May all your wishes be fulfilled.
We pray for you with all our hearts!
God, may we always live under the rule of our Emperor.
May you be known till there is life on earth.
Our hunger will be satisfied with...
...the grains you used to donate to us.
But, with your noble deed, today...
...our thirst will be satiated.
May you get all the happiness in this world!
-Long live the emperor Jalaluddin. -Hail!
Jalal, what have you done today?
Nothing special, mother.
Just that I got a well built for these people.
A noble deed is never ordinary, my child.
Something that you consider as ordinary...
...has given you the most special and precious gift of the world.
At least, now tell me where is my gift?
Have patience.
It's your gift. You'll get it before your birthday gets over.
Your father, the emperor Humayun always said...
...that for an emperor...
...there's nothing more in life, than his subjects.
This is the rarest gift on your birthday.
A prayer is the kind of shield that may not shine like gold...
...but, still, it'll protect you from every attack.
The prayer may not be visible, but it'll save you...
...from every evil eye.
Jalal, I'm happy that both your wives...
...love you so much.
One arranged for a gold armoured jacket for you...
...for your protection in war.
While the second one arranged for prayers of safekeeping.
One increased your esteem...
...and the other increased your dignity.
Today, you have made them happy...
...and you've pleased the Almighty.
Today, you've made me feel proud.
May you prosper in life, my son.
-Long live the emperor Jalaluddin. -Hail!
I'd like to make an announcement to you all.
Just a while ago, I said...
...that lady Ruqaiya's gift is the best of all.
But now, I believe that lady Jodha...
...has given me the best gift of life.
She has given me a shield which is...
...stronger than any armoured jacket and most precious of all.
The shield of prayers.
Look at this.
You are all surprised.
But, believe me, this is the gift I never had.
Today, I've realised through this attire of...
...a common man and his needs.
Which an emperor must know.
I wore it and went amongst my subjects...
...about whom I know nothing.
Today, lady Jodha made me realise that...
...an emperor's identity is not in his clothing or his power...
...but, in the pride his subjects invest in him.
She has gifted me with that pride, today.
I thank lady Jodha for this rare gift and I request her...
...to come and sit with me...
...to add to the dignity of this gift.
-Move... -Control yourself! Cool down!
It was just a gift, my lady!
It's not about the gift, but the cleverness...
...that lady Jodha has exhibited.
I know...
...they don't have any relationship!
Then, why did she take so much trouble?
You don't have to make such an issue about this, my lady.
Lady Jodha is not intelligent enough to compete with you.
Lady Jodha's mind is nothing compared to your gift.
I think, it was a foolish move to gift such a thing to the emperor.
She's not a fool.
She's very clever. Very clever indeed!
She considered it very well, before making her mark.
She certainly hit the target!
I know...
...that she can't compete with me.
But, I won't let her remain worthy of challenging me.
"What you did for me that night, Maryam Uz Zamani...
...changed a lot in my life."
"You rekindled my emotions."
"Lady Ruqaiya's gift blinded me...
...but, your gift opened my eyes."
"For the first time, someone made me realise...
...my duty as an emperor."
"An emperor's identity is not in his power...
...but, in the pride of his subjects for him."
"You created magic in a moment."
"One moment can change one's entire life...
...and the entire world."
"It wasn't my decision, but that moment...
...which made you change your way of thinking."
"Whatever it was, I couldn't stop myself that evening."
"I was so eager to see you that I couldn't wait till the morning."
"So, I came to you."
"Although, I knew that you may feel offended...
...by me coming to you at that time."
Your Highness, it's you! It's really late for you to be here.
I couldn't wait till the morning.
I couldn't stop myself.
What was so important?
I wanted to praise you.
I couldn't understand your gift.
But, when I understood, I also understood...
...how far-sighted you are.
Till now, I also felt that I don't need anything.
I have all the riches in the world.
But then, your gift made me realise that I've needs, too.
I need my subjects, their support, their prayers...
...and their happiness.
When I gifted you this on your birthday...
...I thought, you will not be able to match this gift.
But, your intellect has surprised me, lady Jodha.
You're bridged the distance between me and my subjects.
Their prayers have reduced the distance...
...between me and Almighty God.
After wearing the dress you gave me, I realised...
...that clothing isn't the only difference between...
...an Emperor and his subjects. The difference...
...lies in the duties I've to do and the responsibilities I have.
I realised that my subjects should not fear me...
...but, respect me and love me.
All this has happened, only because of you.
I haven't done anything, emperor.
All I did was acquaint you with the reality.
Your subjects were blessings you...
...for your decision.
You heard their problems, understood them and resolved it.
Yes, but, I'm happy about one thing.
Once again, I've proved that you're a liar...
...when you say that you don't have a heart.
If that was true, you'd never be able to think of...
...the solution to your subjects' problems.
I've merely awakened a human being...
...in the heart of an emperor.
Everything else has been done by you, Your Highness.
You don't need to thank me for this.
Lady Jodha, I believe that if someone thanks you...
...you must accept it.
So, I thank you for this exceptional gift.
And for the talent, whereby you awakened...
...the dormant human being in me.
So, I will pray to God.
What did you ask for?
That...
...He allow me to get the rarest of gifts from you in future.
Goodnight, lady Jodha.
"I was very happy, Your Highness."
"Unknowingly you had asked...
...for my company for a lifetime, by saying that."
Jodha! Here.
Have this concoction. It's winter.
It'll keep your body warm.
Sometimes, you turn into my mother.
She used to force me just like this.
Moti, you know...
...last night, His Highness came to my chamber.
I hope, you didn't fight again.
No, we didn't.
He was very happy with my gift.
You know, I didn't see any sign of anger on his face.
I really liked that.
Is it? What did you like?
That His Highness' came to you?
Or that he came to you, late at night?
Moti, you are too much!
Rahim, why do you always trouble lady Salima?
Greetings, my lady.
Have you seen Rahim?
But, who are you?
I am Tasneem.
I know her. Her mother is also a maid here.
Why are you looking for Rahim?
He was playing with me.
Lady Salima called him, but he ran away.
I can't find him.
He's not around here.
It's possible, that he is hiding in the garden.
You may look for him there.
Caught you!
That is cheating.
Mother Jodha told you about my hideout.
I won't play with you, Tasneem.
I'm leaving, my lady. Goodbye!
This is mixed dried fruit. It's delicious.
Will you eat some?
No. How can I accept, my lady?
Take it, Tasneem. My lady is giving it to you.
Take it. Take it away and eat.
But...
Take it.
Thank you, my lady.
Moti, do you know why I love children so much?
Why?
They are the most innocent creatures in this world.
Without any craftiness or ill-intent at heart.
When a man loses his innocence...
...he departs from God.
You are right, Jodha.
What's the matter, Jalal?
You look very happy, today.
Yes, lady Ruqaiya, yesterday turned out...
...to be a very special day for me.
I know.
You received many gifts and you loved them.
Especially lady Jodha's gift.
That's not true, lady Ruqaiya.
Your gift was precious, too.
The one that is priced, cannot remain priceless.
Lady Jodha has made you precious.
Tell me one thing, Jalal.
Can there be two swords in one sheath?
Never!
Then, how can I and Jodha live in the same place?
She can never claim the position that my gift claims.
You've got a point.
But, maybe this is the difference...
...between life and a sheath.
Ruqaiya, some things have to get along together...
...without bothering each other.
Like the two shores of the river and two sides of a coin.
Even in this case, it is something like that.
You gifted me the esteem of the emperor.
Jodha gave me a point of view by which I can maintain...
...the esteem of an emperor.
These days, it is becoming difficult...
...to defeat you in words.
You're exemplary at cajoling someone.
I love cajoling you too, Ruqaiya.
Because, when you're angry, you look even more beautiful.
Last night, I had an idea that...
...something is going on in your mind.
That you're going to get angry.
So, I came in the morning to cajole you.
There's something else that is on my mind, Jalal.
Lady Jodha and I accepted nearly the same route, this time.
I sent you to look for your gift.
Lady Jodha also made you look for your gift.
I noticed another coincidence in one more thing.
Just as you are my best friend...
...I sense that lady Jodha is a friend, too.
Look, you're my special friend and...
...I maintain that friendship in all sincerity.
So, I thought, I should tell you the truth.
Tell me one more thing honestly, Jalal.
Will your new friend replace your old friend?
Never.
Some things are like trees, liquor and friendship.
The older it gets, the stronger it becomes.
No one can replace you.
Yes, lady Jodha has also started...
...off on her friendship with me.
Take care.
Apply more pressure.
-Yes, sire. -Yes, sire.
I don't feel any relief at all. Apply more pressure.
-Yes, sire. -Yes, sire.
What happened, sire?
Nothing.
Have I made a mistake, sire?
Who's hurling stones at me?
How can we do that, sire?
Go and find out who did this. Go!
Yes, sire.
Greeting, sire.
Moti!
That's Adham Khan, right?
Yes, but, what is he doing here?
Did you hurl this stone at me?
No, I was just trying to get to my kite.
It must have hit you, by mistake.
Do you like the kite?
Yes.
Come here.
I'll help you get the kite.
No, I don't want my kite.
I'm going.
Why are you feeling shy? Take it.
I don't want my kite. Get me down.
You were right. Adam Khan is not a good man.
Take it.
No, I don't want my kite.
What's the matter, Jalal?
You're not paying attention to the game, today.
Yes, because I'm thinking about politics.
Sharifuddin was disloyal and escaped.
But because of that Mewar, Merta, Ajmer and Nagor...
...are states without governors, now.
I don't understand whom to deploy in place of Sharifuddin.
If you want to give power to others...
...you should divide it in parts, rather than give it to one.
So that, no one will take advantage of the power...
...and stand against us.
Don't repeat that mistake.
Hand over all the four states into different hands.
Make sure, they are four people...
...who are loyal to you, but...
...they don't get along with each other.
Good suggestion, Ruqaiya.
It seems along with the chess...
...you've mastered politics, too.
Alright, I'll talk to aunt regarding this.
You just said, you won't repeat this mistake.
And you're doing the same.
If you'll ask Maham Anga...
...she'll suggest that you give the governorship to Adham Khan.
You know that Adham Khan...
...can't even govern Malwa, properly.
He's the governor of Malwa.
But, he spends most of his time in Agra.
He's not a good person for this position, Jalal.
Adam is a good warrior, Ruqaiya.
There's no doubt about his capabilities.
People get terrified of him.
Undoubtedly.
If he's capable of being a warrior use it in the war.
Send him to the borders.
But, give the governance in the hands of those...
...who knows politics and who are cool by nature.
Adham Khan never uses his mind to do anything.
He does what comes to his mind, wantonly.
Remember one thing, Jalal.
Maham Anga considers you her son.
She loves you a lot.
But, she can't love you more than Adham khan.
Ruqaiya, that's where you are mistaken.
And for God's sake...
...it'd be better, if you don't say anything...
...about my aunt.
Alright, I won't say a word against her.
But, think about my suggestion about the governor issue.
You were so engrossed in talking that...
...you lost your concentration in the game.
That is check and mate.
Whether it is about a game or about life...
...I'd always want you to win.
I'm happy even with my defeat.
Because, you are the one who wins.
Mewar, Merta, Ajmer and Nagor.
Adham is the best man to govern those places, Resham.
But, you know lady Ruqaiya's influence on the emperor.
She's against Adham Khan.
I can see that these days, lady Ruqaiya...
...is taking more of an interest in politics than the harem.
She wants to replace me.
She wants to be the minister.
Playing chess is something else, lady Ruqaiya...
...and politics is something else.
I feel, before the emperor makes any decision...
...you must do something.
Otherwise, Adham Khan will get nothing...
...and then, he'll get angry with you.
Jalal will not make any decision...
...without consulting me.
But, I must do something.
I must alert Adham Khan.
Sharifuddin's behaviour as a traitor...
...is a bad incident for the Mughal empire.
The most patriotic person in my eyes, has become a traitor.
But, because of his deeds, the Mughal empire's administration...
...will not be affected.
I'll appoint new governors in those states, now.
Sire, Nagor, Mewar, Merta and Ajmer...
...were under the governorship of Sharifuddin.
Can you suggest anyone for these states?
Yes, Your Highness.
Hussain Quli Beg is most appropriate for Mewar.
He's been serving these regions since many years.
He has a good grip on that region.
I praise your suggestion.
I appoint Hussain Quli Beg as governor of Mewar.
Thank you, Your Highness.
What's your suggestion for the other regions?
There are a few names for those regions, too.
You need to make the decisions.
Today, the court seems empty.
Have I called for the court a little early, today?
No, Your Highness. Actually, it's too cold.
But, Adham Khan is not of the type that would miss...
...the court for his own comfort.
Find out why he didn't turn up at the court, today.
Such tenderness.
Such innocence.
Such beauty.
I feel, I'm in heaven.
Adham!
God! You're still in bed!
Why didn't you get to the court?
Mother, I don't feel like going to the court, today.
What?
Adham, you're not a poet...
...whose feeling and heart will serve you in any way!
You're an employee of the Mughal empire.
The empire has declared Sharifuddin as absconding.
Four states are still being administered without governors.
Jalal has thought of appointing governors there.
Mewar, Merta, Ajmer, Nagor.
If you get one of these states...
...you will be settled for life, Adham.
Adham, I'm talking to you...
...get up now and go to the court.
Your Highness, you can make your decision tomorrow...
...for the governors about the rest of the states.
Everyone will be informed to be present here.
No, Adgah.
If I shift today's tasks to tomorrow...
...it'll be too late.
I will announce the names today itself.
I announce Khawja Aasf Khan for Nagor...
...Daulat Khan for Merta...
...and Qutub Ali in Ajmer as governors.
My orders should be followed.
Sure, Your Highness.
That's all for the day.
You have no reason to worry.
Jalal will give me two states, not just one.
I'm the only one suitable for this position.
Sharifuddin is absconding.
Don't worry, mother.
Don't worry.
My words...
Adham!
Sorry to interrupt, minister.
But, this is important.
What was so important that you could not wait for some time?
My lady, the emperor has announced the governors...
...for all the four states.
Go ahead.
Lord Adham Khan was not given any new responsibility.
Jalal made a major decision without informing me.
He didn't think he needed to discuss this...
...with the minister of the empire, even once.
No, Jalal. You should not have done this.