Set in 16th-century India, the story chronicles Akbar and the brutal war of succession among his sons: Salim, Murad, and Daniyal. This intricate tale is filled with perilous politics, romance, ruthless betrayal, and bloodshed.
Akbar changes succession rules after a prophecy. His sons compete to prove their worth for the Mughal throne.
Akbar plans a war in Kabul and holds a horse-taming competition to choose his army leader, hoping Salim wins.
After a Kabul victory brawl, Akbar dreams he's a divine messenger and declares a new religion, Din-I-Ilahi.
The new religion causes unrest. Akbar survives an attack, leading to a royal investigation and Salim's troubles.
Akbar sends princes on alliances and pressures Salim to marry. Salim agrees but shocks the court with his actions.
Agra welcomes Khusrow, Salim's son. Murad learns of Hakim's whereabouts, risking Daniyal's exposure.
Murad is scolded for capturing Hakim. Salim's love for Anarkali leads him into a trap, despite arranged marriages.
Salim's exile is forced after Abul Fazl's victory. The palace learns a secret, and Daniyal is left broken.
Anarkali escapes death. Akbar's rogue decisions affect Salim, who seeks to meet Anarkali, but Daniyal's men capture her.
Daniyal's allies attack Salim. Murad's mysterious death breaks Akbar, who now seeks to make the most of what remains.
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