The Waking Of A Nation TEASER Out; Here's When And Where You Can Watch In Online - DEETS

Sony LIV is gearing up to present an enthralling narrative with its new fictional series, "The Waking of a Nation," masterminded by the acclaimed filmmaker Ram Madhvani. Known for his National Award-winning and International Emmy-nominated works, Madhvani has crafted a story that delves into a pivotal yet lesser-explored episode of history. Audiences can immerse themselves in this captivating series starting 7th March, exclusively on Sony LIV.

The narrative of "The Waking of a Nation" is intricately woven around the historical event of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, exploring its profound impacts through the eyes of Kantilal Sahni, portrayed by Taaruk Raina. Sahni, a lawyer by profession, finds himself embroiled in a complex plot filled with colonial subterfuge as he navigates through the Hunter commission's attempts to manipulate historical truths to benefit the empire. Amidst the challenges of confronting racism and the erasure of truth, he, along with his friends—Ali Allahbaksh (played by Sahil Mehta), Hari Singh Aulakh (portrayed by Bhawsheel Singh), and Hari's spouse Poonam (played by Nikita Dutta)—strives to unearth a hidden conspiracy, despite their divergent beliefs.

The series is a brainchild of Ram Madhvani, who, along with Amita Madhvani, has produced the show under the banner of Ram Madhvani Films. The storytelling prowess of Shantanu Srivastava, Shatrujeet Nath, and Ram Madhvani himself, promises to deliver a narrative that is rich in historical depth, exploring themes of friendship and the quest for justice amidst power struggles. With a cast featuring Taaruk Raina, Nikita Dutta, Sahil Mehta, Bhawsheel Singh, Alex Reece, and Paul McEwan, "The Waking of a Nation" is set to be a riveting series that blends courtroom drama with the emotional depth of a friendship tale against the backdrop of India's fight for freedom.

Ram Madhvani, sharing his inspiration behind the show, remarked, "I have always been deeply interested in colonialism and, by extension, the issues of racism and prejudice. Questions surrounding cultural, linguistic, social, and artistic colonization have long troubled me. As I was contemplating my next project, I knew it had to be rooted in our past, in the British Raj, and in our freedom struggle. That's when the idea for The Waking of a Nation came to life. Thanks to Sony LIV, we now have an exciting show that combines a courtroom drama with the powerful story of three friends and how India became India."

"The Waking of a Nation" is not just a historical series; it is an exploration into the complexities of colonialism, the struggle for truth, and the enduring spirit of friendship. It promises to be a compelling watch that not only entertains but also offers insights into a crucial period of India's past. As the series prepares to make its debut on Sony LIV on 7th March, viewers are invited to experience a story that showcases how the quest for justice and truth can shape a nation's identity.