"This is Hindustan!" "History is witness to many  dynasties who have ruled with sword and blood." "Since 101 1 AD, countless invaders  have ravaged and plundered this land." "And then came, the Mughals." "They made India their home, giving it love and respect." "Founded by Babur, the Mughal Dynasty passed from Humayun to his son, Akbar." "Among all the Mughal Emperors, Akbar achieved the greatest heights ." "Jalaluddin Mohammad Akbar!" "The first Mughal Emperor to be born on Indian soil  Akbar was born in a Hindu Rajput home." "And there was Princess Jodhaa  who was also born in Rajputana." "In Amer." "Daughter of King Bharmal  and Queen Padmavati," "Jodhaa was betrothed  to Prince Ratan Singh of Ajabgarh." "The Rajputs . were taught the art of combat from childhood  to protect their families and homes  and kingdom!" "Maan Singh!" "Brother Sujamal!" "Among the warriors, was Prince Sujamal  Jodhaa.s cousin." "Sujamal loved Jodhaa like a sister." "He was by her side whenever she beckoned." "You can make a better painting!" "Bharmal was crowned King, following the demise of Sujamal.s father." "Sujamal was left isolated  because his destiny would take him far from Amer." "Princess Jodhaa.s future too would lead her  away from the Rajputana provinces." "And now, the year is 1 555!" "The Mughal dynasty had almost ended  following Emperor Humayun.s accidental death." "Taking advantage of the situation, King Hemu seized the Delhi throne." "A great battle ensued... in Panipat!" "On one side was King Hemu  with an army twice the size of the Mughal army." "On the other side  was Bairam Khan, Emperor Humayun.s loyal general  who was training the 13 year.old Jalaluddin to take on his father.s mantle." "You must consolidate Hindustan!" "Your courage will lead to victory." "I, Bairam Khan, loyal servant to the Mughal dynasty  remind you once again  the future of the Mughals is in your hands." "Until he breathed his last, your father Emperor Humayun, had only one dream " "To see the Mughal flag flying over Hindustan." "God willing, it will be you, who will fulfil his dream!" "Long live Emperor Jalaluddin Mohammad!" "Prepare to attack!" "If we can kill King Hemu, his army will scatter." "Hemu's eyes alone are exposed, unprotected by armour." "Appoint an archer who must strike him in the eye." "Soldiers and riders!" "Charge!" "Prepare to charge!" "Your glorious Majesty!" "For the first time, today, allow your sword to prove its worth." "Behead the traitor  and bring glory to the Ghazi name!" "He is worse than a dead man, Khan Baba." "How can I strike him?" "If you do not, the army will take it amiss  and not believe you are a true Ghazi." "Do as I bid!" "Soldiers!" "My brave Mughal soldiers!" "Like his ancestors  our Emperor Jalaluddin Mohammad too, is a true Ghazi!" "A glorious future to the young Emperor!" "This is how Bairam Khan regained the Delhi throne for the young Emperor." "For the next six years, Bairam Khan tried consolidating Hindustan  by sending emissaries with proclamations to neighbouring provinces." "This decree has been sent by Emperor Jalaluddin Mohammad!" "Align your kingdom, within a month to the Mughal Empire!" "And as a loyal subject, pay the Jaziya tax and other taxes." "If you reject the Emperor's decree  then you will face Jalaluddin's wrath!" "This disobedience will be deemed a crime." "Offenders and their kingdoms will be annihilated." "By decree of the Emperor of Hindustan  Jalaluddin Mohammad!" "Tell your Emperor, he will not have my kingdom!" "We, Rajputs, are unused to such orders." "I need some time." "I  accept!" "But... we too have certain conditions." "I won't give Ajabgarh!" "Throw him out!" "Prepare to attack!" "Have all preparations been made, Khan Baba?" "Jalal, the Mughal army awaits your signal." "Was a last chance for peace given?" " Chughtai Khan!" " Your Majesty  our peace proclamation has been returned." "O great and magnificent Emperor, behead him!" "No, Khan Baba." "A king in captivity is at our mercy." "He should be forgiven, not beheaded!" "Forgive me, Your Majesty  as loyal custodian  I will have to preserve the glory of the Mughal Empire." "Enough, Khan Baba!" "No more." "Jalal!" "Do not forget you are the future of the Mughal Empire." "I, Bairam Khan, have created you, O Protector of the World!" "I have built the Empire so carefully..." "and now you destroy it." "Loyalty can make a man impertinent." "I have seen rebellion clouding your sight, Khan Baba." "This is the first time, I have stopped your sword." "Do you know why?" "Because from now on..." "I will make my own decisions!" "From now on, following any battle  I want mercy to be shown to prisoners of war." "Today I declare  prisoners of war will not be enslaved. lt is inappropriate." "Yes, I want to rule this land." "But rule it with, humanity and compassion." "I misunderstood you." "Had I known  I wouldn't have had any reservation in ruling under your sovereignty." " Chughtai Khan!" " This way, Your Highness!" "It is now my desire, that you unburden yourself of responsibility  and devote your life to Allah!" "Go on pilgrimage to Mecca." "Your Majesty!" "One more province is now under Mughal rule." "What about Rajputana?" "Your Majesty, their borders are unyielding." "The kings of Rajputana have rejected our sovereignty outright!" "The Rajputs!" "Devotees of the sword, the bravest of the brave!" "Your Highness!" "What's the reason for this interruption." "Forgive me." "The Queen is asking for the Princess." "Tell the Queen mother, I'll join her shortly." "As you wish." "Jodhaa, this isn't fair!" "I was about to win when the attendant distracted me." "Victory is victory, brother." "I have defeated you!" "Brother Sujamal, remember - a moment's distraction can change the duel's outcome." "A slight distraction can bring defeat... or death!" " lt is you who taught me that!" " Yes, I know." "Now the student teaches the teacher." "Not teaching, only reminding." "Let me tell you." "Your skills are impressive." "A good student absorbs knowledge swiftly and well." "Like you, Jodhaa!" "Really?" "So I am a good student." "Thanks to a wise teacher like you." " Your new teacher is wiser." " A new teacher?" "Who is that?" "The Queen." "Your mother will teach you, what women must know." "You will soon be carried away in a palanquin." "But I have a condition!" "I will not marry, till father appoints you the Crown Prince!" " But..." " My last word!" "Jodhaa, you must not make unreasonable demands." "But it's true!" "I have heard father praise your skills." "He speaks of your bravery." "And the many tournaments you have won  you are proficient in warfare deserving to be crowned." "Now there's nothing to be worried about." "Am I right?" "Let the prayer begin ." "In the name of Lord Surya..." "On this auspicious day of Dassera  it is time for important announcements!" "My first announcement is:" "The reins of Amer will be in Bhagwan Das's hands." "The second:" "Sujamal... will be subordinate to Bhagwan Das." "And now for the news, you've long awaited." "Within the year, on an auspicious day, with Goddess Jamvai Mata's blessings  Princess Jodhaa and Prince Ratan Singh  will be joined in holy matrimony!" "Congratulations!" "Feign some shyness!" "A fruitful union!" "Where are you going?" "They must be looking for you." "Give me your veil." " Go and take my place discreetly." " Yes." "Brother, it grieved me to hear  perhaps... father was helpless!" "Helpless?" "More like selfish and greedy." "I am not hungry for power." "I never eyed a thing that isn't mine." "I don't mind sharing the kingdom with Bhagwan Das and Maan Singh." "All I want is, my self-respect and honour." "And what is rightfully mine." "And if I am denied this  then, remember Jodhaa, the setting sun will rise again!" "Brother!" "I will speak to the Emperor at an opportune moment  and request him to ask King Bharmal  to give you a share of the Amer throne." "I will be indebted to you, Sharifuddin Hussain!" "What will I get in return?" "What do you want?" "To invade Delhi!" "invade..." "Delhi?" "Once you have your share of Amer, you will have to help me  to invade Delhi." "But are you not the Emperor's brother-in-law?" "Yes, I did marry Bakshi Banu Begum, Jalaluddin's sister." "Due to that alliance, I was appointed, the Governor of Ajmer, Nagor and Mewat." "Let me tell you something Sujamal." "Water and ambition have one thing in common - they are ever-swelling." "Now I want all of Hindustan!" "Very well. I will help you." "But no blood must be shed in my accession." "What we dreaded has happened!" "Sujamal has asked Sharifuddin for help to annex my throne." "If a war is waged, our kingdom will be ruined." "Thousands of women will be widowed." "Children orphaned." "The very thought makes me tremble." "It does not make any sense to let innocent people get slaughtered." "Chandrabhanji  wouldn't it be wise to make peace with the Mughals  and offer Jalaluddin a hand of friendship?" " Do that and be branded a traitor!" " An alliance with the Mughals?" "No greater example of treason." "You'll surely be regarded a traitor." "It pains me too." "But let me tell you  I will be saving my people from defeat, death and disaster  by accepting the Mughal treaty!" "Very well, King Bharmal  let me warn you and the people of Amer  because of your decision  no alliances will take place between our families  for present and future generations!" " Not only Ajabgarh!" "All of Rajputana will cut ties with you!" "Rajaji, welcome to Sanganer!" "His Majesty has seen Chandrabhanji's message." "He will meet you here, in the elephant arena." " Where is His Majesty?" " His Majesty?" "Right there." "Taming wild elephants and horses is the Emperor's favourite pastime." "This is no longer a sport!" "Your Majesty, King Bharmal of Amer  Head of the Kachhaawaas - a great Rajput dynasty, awaits you." "Welcome!" "Greetings, Your Majesty!" "We praise your courage." "A truly amazing feat!" "I invite you to my royal tent." "I will be pleased to welcome you there, Rajaji." "As you wish!" "On your guard!" "The Crown of the Mughals  the Emperor of Hindustan  Jalaluddin Mohammad approaches!" "Welcome. I am honoured you have travelled so far to see me." "May I know the purpose of this visit?" "I wish to include the kingdom of Amer under Mughal sovereignty." "I am pleased and proud to hear you are entrusting Amer to us." "I wish to discuss... one more matter..." "Please go ahead." "In private..." "Disperse!" "Pray speak." "You must accept the hand..." "of my daughter, Princess Jodhaa!" "And this will be a marriage of alliance between the Mughals and Amer." "I can understand..." "the reason behind your silence..." " Probably..." " Don't misunderstand." "I appreciate your courage in speaking your mind." "I am honoured by your proposal." "And I thank you for it." "Let me give it some thought." "Only after visiting the shrine of Saint Moinuddin Chisti  will I send you my response." "As it befits you!" "Help me, Khwaja!" "Help me." "I have come to Your sacred shrine with a dream " "The dream of a consolidated Hindustan under the Mughal sky." "Pray to Allah to help me fulfil this dream, O Saint!" "Ameen!" "May peace be upon you!" " Sharifuddin, all well?" " Yes, Your Majesty!" "Yes, Khan Baba?" "Jalal, there was almost a riot on my way to Ajmer  when some Hindu Rajputs  stopped Muslim pilgrims from coming to this shrine." "Due to that, the unrest is spreading." "Such religious riots, can cause disaster some day." "Will more security on the Ajmer route help?" "Your Majesty, orders will be issued!" "Many more places need surveillance, Sharifuddin." "Apart from Ajmer, there is..." "looting and plundering on the route  leading to the Gujarat ports." "That is causing problems for the Haj pilgrims." "Whom does the Ajmer province fall under?" "King Bharmal of Amer." "Khan Baba!" "Kindly get my message sent to King Bharmal." "I accept his proposal of a marriage of alliance with his daughter." "And especially mention " "To ensure peace and unity in the province  I will be pleased to accept this marriage!" "But consider that she is a Rajput." "A Hindu." "How is this marriage possible?" "Kindly reconsider your decision." "Sharifuddin, I have thought it over carefully." "It was the respected Bairam Khan Baba  who held the reins of the Mughal rule in my name for years." "For all these years... I have often wondered  why our forefathers failed to take over all of Hindustan." "Until now I have been in a quandary, how to make this dream come true." "The goal was clear, but the path was unknown!" "A marriage of alliance." "A new bond." "A divine signal from Allah." "I thank you, Almighty Allah, for showing me the way forward." "Khan Baba, convey my message of acceptance." "But father, he is a Mughal!" "Earlier too, I did not have a choice  when I was betrothed to Prince Ratan Singh of Ajabgarh." "I convinced my heart to accept him." "But now I am being married to a man  who belongs to a different religion." "Jodhaa, as your father, I understand what you're going through." "Your heart had set out to marry Prince Ratan Singh." "But it is them who have broken the alliance!" "It pains me to ask." "If not for your father  then for the sake of your people  for the province of Amer  you will have to sacrifice your happiness." "I hear you have a message from Agra." "is brother set to marry?" "I wonder why it has been decided so quickly." "Mother is away on a provincial tour." " We must go at once." "A lot needs..." " Control your emotions, Begum!" "Do you have any idea who he is marrying?" "The Princess of Amer." "A Hindu!" "Listen carefully!" "I will not attend this impure ceremony." "And neither will you!" "Please listen..." "Brother, forgive me." "Dear brother, I need your help." "Please rescue me." "Yours, Jodhaa." "No." "How can I send this letter to Sujamal?" " When I know that he's suffering." " Forgive me, Jodhaa." "What if Prince Ratan Singh reconsiders marrying you?" "If you just tell him you are opposed to this marriage." "Then..." "No, Madhavi. ln doing that, I'll be hurting father." "He is convinced this alliance will safeguard our kingdom." "Disperse!" "There is a way out." "Why not send a companion in your place to marry him?" "He has never seen you." "No, mother. lf the Mughal Emperor discovers the truth  Amer will have to face his wrath." "They will definitely get to know." "Then, my dear  keep this vial of poison  drinking poison is better than losing your honour!" "O enchanter of the heart" "O enchanter of the heart" "My beloved Krishna, heed me" "Lord, why me?" "How will I find peace without You?" "Night and day I pine for You" "Abandon Your sacred cities of Kashi and Mathura" "Come and dwell in my eyes" "How will I find peace without You?" "My beloved Krishna, night and day I pine for You" " Yes, Princess?" " l have come to a decision." "I wish to meet the Emperor before I consent to marry." "I have certain conditions." "And for that, she has requested  Your Majesty's presence in her royal tent." "What are these conditions?" "They are unknown to me!" "I am sorry, she has refused to tell me." "I welcome you  I cannot find the words to express my appreciation  that you agreed to come and hear me out." "I have two conditions " "Only if these are met, will I marry you." "And what are they?" "My first condition - l will be allowed to keep my religion, my faith  follow my customs and traditions  and under no circumstances, will I be coerced into conversion!" "Do you accept?" "And?" "I will be allowed to bring an idol of my God with me  and for Him, a temple will be built in my chamber!" "These are my two conditions." "King Bharmal's daughter has put two conditions before me." "Only if I meet them  will she consent to marry me." "Her first condition:" "She would like to keep her religion and traditions." "And the second:" "A temple should be built in her palace inside the Mughal fort." "This the first time I have experienced the legendary Rajput pride and dignity." "I salute the Princess of Amer's fearless courage and candour!" "Let me tell her that I, too  am born on the same soil as her." "And I, too, have the same courage and candour!" "I have decided that the alliance with Princess Jodhaa of Amer  is acceptable to me!" "Allah willing, her demands will be met to her satisfaction." "Congratulations!" "Your Majesty, congratulations!" "Your marriage has given the pilgrims of Ajmer Sharif new reason to rejoice." "A group of Sufis would like to perform in honour of Khwaja Gharib Nawaaz." "Khwajaji, O Saint" "Khwajaji!" "O Master" "O Benevolent Heeder of the poor" "O Moinuddin" "O my beloved Khwaja!" "Abide in my heart" "O King of Kings." "O beloved of Ali!" "O my beloved Khwaja!" "Abide in my heart" "You restore the destiny of the helpless" "O Saint, I have seen divine light in Your court" "O Saint, men of God lower their heads in Your court" "You are the Peer of the realm of Hindal You are the Pinnacle ln yearning for You, beloved Khwajaji  we have found the Prophet, the Chosen One" "My master has lead me to You" "My master has led me to You I have found refuge in You" "All my troubles have ended" "Now I am one with You" "No matter how proud I am to be one with You, it is but little I shall never leave the place where Your feet rest" "What is the reason for this sternness?" "Does this marriage displease you?" "Islam gives women equal rights to dissolve a marriage." "If you do not want this marriage  choose the path of the 'khulla' and absolve yourself from this marriage." "It is your right!" "You can break this bond and be free." "Your customs may permit 'khulla'," "But for us, marriage binds us for seven lifetimes." "I am grateful to you, for accepting my demands." "I don't know, why my mind is filled with doubt." "My mind hasn't made peace with this marriage." "Perhaps, it is because our religion and cultures are so different." "I did give my consent to this marriage  yet, my heart does not allow me to be close to you!" "I respect you." "I value your feelings." "I will not force myself on you." "I will be close to you when, God willing, your heart permits." "May Allah give you peace!" "Where's the Emperor?" "He is leaving for Malwa on urgent business." "is everything alright, Jodhaa?" "Yes." "The Empress Hamida Banu Begum, mother of the Emperor!" "Welcome, my dear." "May Allah protect you from the evil eye and keep you well and happy!" "Ameen!" "So be it!" "Let me introduce you." "This is Maham Anga  Jalaluddin's wet nurse." "She is like a mother to him." "She is also a Minister in the Mughal Court." "Remember one thing, Maham Anga has special status." "Jalal regards her above all the others." "More than me." "I have been away most of the time." "She nurtured Jalal during my 15-year absence." "He may ignore my word, but never hers." "Do not be apprehensive, Princess." "This is your home!" "Salima, escort the Princess to her royal chamber." "Yes, Your Majesty." "Wait!" "A ritual is yet to be done." "Rajput Folk Song about a New Bride" "Walk this way, Empress, with your pretty coloured feet." "The wind is blowing in the wrong direction." "Watch her every step!" "Come, my Empress!" "The women's palaces, the royal harem!" "This is your royal chamber." "It has five sections " "The first is for meetings, the Goshay Mulaakaat!" "Meet Shaak and Shurukh." "They learn quickly  and repeat every word they hear." "This is your sleeping chamber, the Khwabgah  your changing room, the Toshak Khana  your gallery, the Jharokha and your prayer room, the Tasbih Khana!" "But... you won't need the Tasbih Khana." "I will, Ni'mat." "I will have my Krishna temple here." "So now we'll hear Hindu devotional songs echoing in the Mughal fort." "Right?" "Ni'mat!" "We did hear of your conditions." "You merit all praise, Empress!" "Rest assured, these are the Mughals." "A magnificent temple will be built." "Not magnificent." "A small temple is what I desire." "Kindly pass on this message to the Emperor." "Yes, Empress!" "Attention!" "Silence!" "Let everyone know!" "Fold your hands!" "Lower your eyes!" "Crown of the Mughals!" "Lord of his subjects!" "Heir of Timor!" "Jewel of Babur!" "Son of Humayun!" "Merciful Protector!" "Renowned in the Universe!" "The Emperor of Hindustan!" "Jalaluddin Mohammad, graces this court with his presence!" "Long live Emperor Jalaluddin Mohammad!" "Finance Minister, Todarmalji..." "Your Majesty, war raises taxes and causes inflation  hitting the common man the hardest." "War destroys the economy!" "You are so right, Todarmalji!" "This needs special attention." "We'll discuss it in the Diwan-E-Khas!" "(Private Audience Hall)" "Let's proceed." "Your Majesty, we've got news that your brother-in-law  Sharifuddin Hussain, has taken over the governance of Ajmer." "And he did this because he is displeased  with your marriage to the Rajput Princess." "Silence, Adham Khan!" "We will speak of family quarrels in private." "No, Khan Baba." "Let Adham Khan continue..." "Forgive me, Your Majesty!" "Sharifuddin doubts your abilities and intelligence as Emperor." "He even dared to say... because of this marriage you will cause the ruin of the Mughal dynasty." "He has crossed all boundaries of respect by spreading this to all." "Sharifuddin!" "Your Majesty  ignore him." "A frog can only leap so high!" "But Sharifuddin has a point, Madam Maham Anga." "Your Majesty  was this the only way to consolidate the Empire?" "Pardon my impertinence  but may I suggest that your heart is taking control of your mind." "What compelled you to marry a Hindu?" "It was an administrative decision, Head of the Ullemas." "Of benefit to everyone." "Measures taken for the country's welfare  shouldn't be construed as anti-religious." "You are right." "But our sore point is  why was a temple built in the fort?" "It is a blow to our hearts!" "Shaikh Mubarak Sahib..." "Saadir Adaasi Sahib!" "Circumstances compelled me to do what I did." "The well being of the kingdom is utmost in my mind!" "Very well, what do you expect from me, respected Sirs?" "Forgive me for saying this, Your Majesty  the Empress must be kept out of all the common areas in the fort." "And no Islamic tradition should be changed on account of her." "O enchanter of the heart" "My beloved Krishna, heed me" "How will I find peace without You?" "Night and day I pine for You" "Abandon Your sacred cities of Kashi and Mathura" "Come and dwell in my eyes" "How will I find peace without You?" "My beloved Krishna, night and day I pine for You" "Disperse!" "The Royal Court of Public Proceedings is adjourned for the day!" "O Divine dancer who resides in Gokul in Vrindavan" "Radha, your handmaiden, yearns for the sight of You" "O beautiful dusky son of Nanda, beloved Krishna" "O forest.dweller, beauty is Your form I have surrendered body and soul to You" "O enchanter of the heart!" "Vermilion." "I belong to You, my life belongs to You" "I see only You ln every reflection I shall become Your flute And belong to Your lips alone" "My heart is flooded with dreams" "Why was Shamsuddin Atka Khan appointed Prime Minister, and not me?" "It is now clear to me." "You consider Shamsuddin Atka Khan as a father  and hence you made him the Prime Minister." "Who addresses the Emperor in such a raised tone?" "That is not true!" "I believe in his political abilities." "After all, Adham Khan is the Emperor's foster and older brother." "He dares to challenge the Emperor's authority without crown or throne..." " Ni'mat!" " ... through deceit and injustice!" "A thousand scoundrels rolled into one!" "I want to know how capable are you, of ruling the kingdom?" "You were nothing." "But a puppet who danced to Bairam Khan's tune." "Don't forget it was my mother, who guided you." "I too am as capable as you!" "Mother, on what grounds could I have appointed him the Prime Minister?" "He has committed inhuman and shameful crimes." "He has plundered Malwa!" "Raped women!" "When I declared no prisoner of war be made into a slave  or forced to convert, Adham disobeyed my orders!" "He has done everything I abhor!" "Actions l detest!" "He has brought disgrace to the Mughals through his deeds." "And does marrying a Hindu, bring great honour?" "Beware, Adham!" "Take the Princess's name with respect!" "Don't forget she is now the Empress of Hindustan!" "I won't tolerate any disrespect to her." "Your Majesty!" "Disperse!" "It is said that bad times come without warning!" "Failing to get Sharifuddin.s help  Sujamal knocked on other doors to regain his share of the throne." "Prince Ratan Singh of Ajabgarh offered him help." "And so did King Rana Uday Singh of Udaygarh." "To match the military might of Jalaluddin Mohammad  we must forget our differences and join hands." "They agreed to help Sujamal." "But decided to wait for the right time." "I will wipe out the names  of Jodhaa and Jalaluddin from Rajputana's memory!" "No." "Don't say that, Ranaji." "Jodhaa's plight after marriage, worries me." "What she must be going through." "I know her well." "She must be unhappy." "Very unhappy!" "Your Majesty, this is a difficult question." "I'd like to reply through an anecdote..." "Pray speak!" "Your Majesty, the angels were once asked: 'What is heaven?" "'" "They answered: 'Every heart where love dwells is heaven itself!" "Well said!" "The angels were then asked, 'What is hell?" "'" "They replied: 'A heart without love is hell itself!" "How true!" "Well spoken!" "Today's session is over." "People may imagine spring is here Love, too, is bewildered" "Fragrance upstages the flowers in the garden" "Hidden in the veil of nature is a touch of sorrow" "The world around us is mellow Time is slumbering" "Lost and forgotten memories fill my heart" "Rebels must be dealt with severely." "If a ruler is weak, his kingdom will soon be in disarray." "When it comes to Sharifuddin  you will have to exercise caution." "He is beyond, even my control!" "Curse my luck!" "Lost again." "Never mind." "Those who lose in this game, win in love." "Me?" "And love?" "My luck fails me there too." "Tell me something..." " Have you ever fallen in love?" " Why this sudden question?" "It's alright, Neelakshi." "To tell you the truth Ni'mat, I'm not sure what love is." "Love?" "A rainbow of feelings!" "But you're unlucky in love." "How do you know?" "As the palace's Head Eunuch, do you think I spend my time clapping?" "Your Majesty... I have good news." "The Emperor has ordered a Rajput feast in your honour on the day of the Pir." "A Rajput feast?" "In my honour?" "Not mine for sure!" "And  he has sent you this gift." "It is beautiful!" "Kindly tell the Emperor, I like it very much." "Yes, Your Majesty!" "This means only one thing." "He's trying to woo you." "If that be so, I won't be indifferent either." "What do you... propose to do?" "I will cook for the feast." "Hear this!" "Her delicate hands will grind spices and stir pots." "That will be the day!" "You can't do that." "Why not?" "Because you are the Empress of Hindustan!" "Then I shall cook as a wife, not an Empress!" "My!" "My!" "Mir Bakawal, why are you gawking?" "It's the first time an Empress has entered the Royal Kitchen." "Your Highness, does our cooking displease you?" "She fears you'll make mincemeat of the peas!" "At your service..." "Prepare the ingredients..." "Come on!" "Hear the menu of the day!" "Your Majesty, we got the vessels cleaned, as per your instructions." "What's going on here?" "Why aren't you preparing lunch?" "Weren't you given the menu?" " We have been given the day off." " The day off?" "By whom?" "The Empress of Hindustan." "She will cook a vegetarian Rajput meal with her own hands." "The respected Maham Anga enters the kitchen!" "Keep your distance!" "There is a difference in dreaming and fulfilling dreams." "Do not fool yourself into believing  that you have become an Empress, Princess!" "What wrong have I done?" "First you had a temple built in Agra fort  now you take charge of the kitchen  I am understanding everything!" "What do you mean?" "I have taken charge of the kitchen?" "Isn't that the right of every married woman?" "Never forget  your marriage to Jalal is just an alliance." "In exchange for peace." "It might be so for you." "For us marriage is a sacred bond, which ends only in death." "Don't explain the meaning of marriage to me." "What marriage are you talking about?" "Which is not yet consummated?" "A marriage is complete  only when there's an heir." "And since Jalal won't even touch you, an heir...?" "So Princess Jodhaa, enjoy the world of the Mughals." "But do not try to be part of it." "I... I can't believe you're saying this." "How do you claim to be like a mother to him?" "Yes!" "I am his mother!" "I have fed him my milk." "Dedicating every waking hour to his well-being." "I have protected him from all harm." "Thanks to me no one has touched him." "An arrow was aimed at him when he was a boy  I took it on my chest and saved him!" "If anyone tries to come between Jalal and me, I will destroy them." "I have always kept him from harm's eye." "You think I'll leave him exposed to you?" "Never!" "Rajput Folk Song about Feasts" "Your Majesty, the menu today is dal bati churma  ker-sangri, pithode, gatte, til-papdi and panchmel sabzi." "For dessert, we have ghevar and sohan halwa." "Well done, Mir Bakawal!" "Pardon me, Your Majesty  the Rajput Empress has prepared the feast today, not me." "But Mir Bakawal, this feast was supposed to be in her honour." "He is not at fault." "I asked him to let me cook." "Why did you take the trouble?" "It's no trouble." "I consider it my good fortune." "Pardon me, Your Majesty." "Let me remind you  according to the law, food served to the Emperor  must first be tasted by the cook." "Only then, is it safe for the Emperor to eat." "Since Empress Jodhaa has made the feast today  let her say 'Bismillah' and begin." "Matters of security must be respected." "Even the Emperor cannot object." "Taste the food, Empress!" "Please do the honours." "Your Majesty, the food is safe to be served!" "Your Majesty..." "you may now enjoy the repast." "Bring me the dishes the Empress has tasted." "I wish to eat from the same plate!" "Wait!" "Do not eat that!" "Why not?" "It has  less salt." "The food is exquisite." "Every morsel deserves praise!" "I have enjoyed it so much... I declare on the day of the Pir, I will only eat vegetarian food  from Empress Jodhaa's kitchen!" "It is hard to describe this affliction I wonder to myself" "Does she belong to me?" "We walk side by side but distance separates us" "Like two shores of the ocean that never meet" "She is near yet so far I cannot endure this yearning" "A wall of glass keeps us apart" "No one should be allowed to trade in grain without our consent." "Another suggestion - ln certain provinces people are suffering from drought." "Their taxes should be waived!" "You are right, Khan Baba." "Ensure both the policies are implemented immediately." "Your Majesty!" "O my God!" "I heard a song My heart chose her" "What is this story that time tells me?" "O Allah!" "If the Emperor hears about this, he will free me too!" "Their freedom is more important than yours." "If I am filled with sadness" "She is forlorn too" "Loneliness casts a shadow on our encounters" "We meet and yet we do not meet." "Flowers bloom and yet they do not" "Spring in our eyes, autumn in our hearts" "Jodhaa, I do not want to go on this provincial tour, but duty calls." "The Empress sits in the palanquin." " ln the name of Allah!" " ln the shelter of Allah!" "You did well!" "Now I will trap her with this." "Trap?" "But Mahambi, she wrote this letter before she was married." " How do you know that?" " Neelakshi told me." "Remember!" "You know nothing." "And don't you dare talk to anyone about this!" "Or else..." "Princess Jodhaa!" "Trying to be too clever, is she?"