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Princess Jahanara

This princess is forced to marry a cruel older man to strengthen the Empire.

Isa

This character is a famous architect.

Aurangzeb

This character usurps the throne and has his brothers killed.

Shah Jahan

This emperor is betrayed by a son.

Dara

This character is heir to the throne, but is usurped by a younger brother.

Ladli

This Hindu servant works mainly in the kitchens.

Nizam

This character is a slave and a bodyguard to a daughter of the royal court.

Khondamir

This character marries a much younger woman for political reasons.

Arjumand (Mumtaz Mahal)

This character inspires a famous mausoleum.

Arjumand (Jahanara's daughter)

This character is named after her grandmother.

Balkhi

This character was in prison for rape, but was acquitted by a member of the royal family.

Gulbadan

This character listens to a story of family history.

Rurayya

This character listens to a story...

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