Actor and singer Taaruk Raina, known for Mismatched, lands yet another project; this time, he is part of yet another powerful historical drama called The Waking of a Nation, based on the horrific Jallianwala Bagh massacre of 1919, which is set to go on air on Sony LIV on March 7. The show, directed by the award-winning Ram Madhvani, a National Awardwinning and International Emmy-nominated director, seeks to throw light on one of the most crucial times of India’s struggle for independence.
A Powerful Story Rooted in History
The Waking of a Nation has a narrower focus, concentrated solely on the Jallianwala Bagh massacre happenings, tending toward the milieu and viewing the factors which pushed this dark chapter of Indian history. It follows Kantilal Sahni, played by Taaruk Raina, as he unmask an underlying conspiracy driven by colonialist efforts and white supremacy. The show twists this slice of history by viewing it through the Hunter Commission inquiry, bringing with it a new twist of events that rocked the nation.
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Taaruk Raina’s Important Role
Reflecting on his performance as Kantilal Sahni, Raina shared, “Working on The Waking of a Nation has been one of the most intense experiences of my career. It’s not a show. It is an ode to the thousands who often remain unsung for their role in fighting for India’s freedom.” He defined Kantilal Sahni as the one stuck between duty on the one hand and truth on the other, and said it was a challenge but such a privilege to play him.
An Ensemble Cast Featuring Stars
Directed by Ram Madhvani and Amita Madhvani, the show features a star-studded ensemble cast, including Nikita Dutta, Sahil Mehta, and Bhawsheel Singh Sahni among others. The show is penned by Shantanu Srivastava, Shatrujeet Nath, and Ram Madhvani.
We have powerful dialogues from the trailer of The Waking of a Nation starring Taaruk Raina and Nikita Dutta.
