Close X
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
ADVT 
Bollywood

'Maharaja Ranjit Singh': An Inspirational Tale Of A 'True' Sikh Leader

Darpan News Desk IANS, 16 Mar, 2017 12:45 PM
  • 'Maharaja Ranjit Singh': An Inspirational Tale Of A 'True' Sikh Leader
"Sher-E-Punjab: Maharaja Ranjit Singh", an upcoming TV show that will bring into limelight the inspirational journey of Sikh leader Maharaja Ranjit Singh -- founder of the Sikh empire -- was launched here on Thursday.
 
Showcasing a gigantic set, especially designed by award-winning filmmaker Omung Kumar, royal costumes by Manoshi Nath and Rushi Sharma and flawless stunts executed under the guidance of popular Bollywood stunt director Allan Amin, the historical drama show, will be aired on Life OK starting from March 20.
 
The show will feature Punjab-based 14-year-old actor Damanpreet Singh in the title role, while actors Shaleen Bhanot and Sneha Wagh will be seen as his parents Mahaa Singh and Raj Kaur.
 
"He always looked up to everyone equally and ruled fairly. The beauty about his time was that he kept all enemies away and created 'akhand' (United) Punjab," Abhimanyu Singh, CEO, Contiloe Pictures, said at the launch.
 
"No capital punishment was given when he was the leader. Everyone was given a second chance. There was tremendous law and order. That's why we thought of making a show like this," he added.
 
 
 
Keeping in mind the sentiments of the Sikh community, Abhimanyu shared that they have done a lot of research for the show.
 
"We have followed Kushwant Singh's books. We have also followed instructions of Dr. J.S. Grewal and Gurbaksh Singh, who are prominent historians," Abhimanyu told IANS.
 
The launch of the show, which has been shot across locations in Rajasthan and Maharashtra, witnessed a power-packed performance by a Punjabi group on a mesmerising stag, especially designed keeping in mind the show's grandeur.
 
Damanpreet, who was chosen for the lead role from over 150 candidates, said playing the leader on screen is an honour for him.
 
"I have read about Maharaja Ranjit Singh ji in school. I am in ninth class right now. It's an honour for me to portray him on national television. My grandparents and my parents are on cloud nine these days," Damanpreet told IANS.
 
Shaleen, who was last seen as Duryodhana in "Suryaputra Karn", is returning to the small screen to play a positive character.
 
"At first I was a bit hesitant about doing "Maharaja Ranjit Singh" as I played a negative character and was on a vacation. Also playing a father sounded unusual to me, but when I heard about my character, then I thought I should not let this opportunity go away," Shaleen said.
 
Besides them, the show will also feature actors Rumi Khan and Sonia Singh.

MORE Bollywood ARTICLES

Watch: 23 Years On, Akshay Kumar Dances To ‘Tu Cheez Badi Hai Mast Mast’ Again

Watch: 23 Years On, Akshay Kumar Dances To ‘Tu Cheez Badi Hai Mast Mast’ Again
Akshay Kumar on Monday launched the song's recreated version, which features Mustan's son Mustafa and Kiara Advani and is a part of their film Machine.

Watch: 23 Years On, Akshay Kumar Dances To ‘Tu Cheez Badi Hai Mast Mast’ Again

Indo-Canadian YouTube Star Lilly Singh To Get Her Bawse Book Tour To India

Indo-Canadian YouTube Star Lilly Singh To Get Her Bawse Book Tour To India
Indo-Canadian online personality Lilly Singh, also known by her YouTube username IISuperwomanII, will be returning to India in April with her book tour titled "How To Be A Bawse".

Indo-Canadian YouTube Star Lilly Singh To Get Her Bawse Book Tour To India

Will Be Blown Away If I Get A National Award: Alia Bhatt

Will Be Blown Away If I Get A National Award: Alia Bhatt
She is on a winning spree at various award galas for her impactful portrayal of a Bihari migrant in "Udta Punjab".

Will Be Blown Away If I Get A National Award: Alia Bhatt

'Padmavati' Vandals Back, Break Chittorgarh Fort Mirrors

'Padmavati' Vandals Back, Break Chittorgarh Fort Mirrors
Vandals entered the Padmini Mahal in Chittorgarh Fort and broke the mirrors famously known to have reflected the image of Rajput queen Rani Padmavati for Delhi Sultan Alauddin Khilji's viewing, a police officer said.

'Padmavati' Vandals Back, Break Chittorgarh Fort Mirrors

Twinkle My 'Mast Mast' Girl: Akshay Kumar

Bollywood's Khiladi Akshay Kumar says his wife Twinkle Khanna will always be his "Mast mast" girl.

Twinkle My 'Mast Mast' Girl: Akshay Kumar

Kapil Sharma Pledges To Donate Eyes

Actor-comedian Kapil Sharma, who invited the national blind cricket team over for his hugely popular "The Kapil Sharma Show", has pledged to donate his eyes.

Kapil Sharma Pledges To Donate Eyes