MUMBAI: The makers of Freedom at Midnight have unveiled the second teaser of the series, spotlighting a defining moment in Indian history. Based on the renowned book by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins, Freedom at Midnight is an epic political thriller that powerfully brings to life the crucial events surrounding India’s independence in 1947.
Director Nikkhil Advani remarked, “‘Freedom at Midnight’ is a powerful look at one of India's most important moments in history. The show is based on careful research and shows the emotional and political chaos of the time. It gives a deep look at key historical figures, with each character well-developed, allowing the actors to truly step into their roles. The story isn’t just about politics but also explores the human experiences, emotions, and challenges that shaped an era and left a lasting impact on the nation.”
Produced by Emmay Entertainment (Monisha Advani & Madhu Bhojwani) in association with StudioNext, the show is helmed by Nikkhil Advani as the showrunner and director, with a compelling narrative crafted by Abhinandan Gupta, Adwitiya Kareng Das, Gundeep Kaur, Divya Nidhi Sharma, Revanta Sarabhai, and Ethan Taylor.
The series features a stellar cast, including Sidhant Gupta as Jawaharlal Nehru, Chirag Vohra as Mahatma Gandhi, Rajendra Chawla as Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Arif Zakaria as Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Ira Dubey as Fatima Jinnah, Malishka Mendonsa as Sarojini Naidu, Rajesh Kumar as Liaquat Ali Khan, KC Shankar as V.P. Menon, Luke McGibney as Lord Louis Mountbatten, Cordelia Bugeja as Lady Edwina Mountbatten, Alistair Finlay as Archibald Wavell, Andrew Cullum as Clement Attlee, Richard Teverson as Cyril Radcliffe in pivotal roles.
Stay tuned for Freedom at Midnight, streaming soon exclusively on Sony LIV.
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