The trailer of the upcoming series, “Taj – Divided By Blood” has been released after earlier giving fans a glimpse of the star-studded cast. The 10 part series and the family drama series will premiere on ZEE5 on March 3, 2023, marking the digital debut of veteran actor Dharmendra. The historical period drama is set in the Mughal era and stars an ensemble cast including Naseeruddin Shah, Aditi Rao Hydari, Shubham Kumar Mehra and Aashim Gulati. The story revolves around King Akbar, played by Naseeruddin Shah, as he searches for a worthy heir to his throne. The series chronicles the rise and fall of subsequent generations of the Mughal dynasty, highlighting the era’s beauty and brutality.
The trailer presents a visual dramatization of historical figures as human beings with ambitions, desires and flaws. The series is produced by Contilo Digital and offers a revelatory tale about the inner workings and succession drama taking place in the chambers of the Mughal Empire.
Directed by Ronald Scalpello and written by Simon Fantauzzo, Taj – Divided by Blood promises viewers an unprecedented look into the Mughal era by showcasing unknown facts and portraying these historical figures as real people. Apart from the lead cast, actors Subodh Bhave, Aiyam Mehta, Deepraj Rana, Shivani Tanksale, Padma Damodaran, Pankaj Saraswat, Digambar Prasad and Zachary Coffin will also play prominent roles.
Fans were already anticipating the release of the series and were hoping that it would be a unique experience that sets it apart from other shows set in the Mughal era.