[clanking]
You organised a great celebration for me.
I loved it.
[sinister music playing]
Thank you, Nagarjuna.
You must also feel
that I don't think before doing anything
and get myself in trouble.
And get others in trouble as well.
But you stand by me every time
and never think I'm in the wrong.
[sentimental music playing]
I cannot trust anybody.
The moment you receive any information,
share it with me first.
May I ask a question, Your Majesty?
Why did you choose me for this task?
Because when it comes to Ajmer,
there is nobody as loyal as you.
[music playing]
You care not for personal gain
and are not conceited.
If you were, you wouldn't have so humbly accepted your mistake
after Prithviraj was proven innocent.
Your quality of being unbiased
led me to decide
that you shall lead the investigation
of Dadabhai's murder.
I express my gratitude to you for showing faith in me.
I promise I will not let you down.
Your Majesty, Gurudev Kaimasa and Bhuvanikamal are here.
Greetings, Gurudev.
Shakti Singh!
Along with you,
both Thakurmal and Gurudev
shall be my advisors.
It is my good fortune.
And serving the throne without any fear or avarice
is the obligation of an advisor.
A big war with the Ghurids is certain.
There is a chance it might cause unrest among the people.
So, it would be wise
if His Majesty could appoint a worthy successor.
That would assure the subjects that no matter what happens,
their futures shall be secured.
This reassurance
would need a face
and a deserving candidate, Your Majesty.
Both His Majesty's sons are too young
and are not mature and ready for such a big responsibility.
In such a situation, only one name comes to mind.
Nagarjuna.
[dramatic music stings]
Prithvi!
I see my childhood in you.
And I don't want you to go through what I endured
during my childhood.
Do you know what the worst part is?
I wonder what my fault was.
What did I do that my father wouldn't understand me?
He refused to understand me.
I didn't have anyone either, Prithvi,
to share my sorrows.
I had no one to talk to.
I want to be there for you always.
If you ever want to talk about anything, I will support you.
In case the need for a leader arises,
who it will be out of Prithviraj, Hariraj and Nagarjuna,
is absolutely clear.
A big decision like this can't be taken
out of fear without due consideration.
Especially since it concerns Ajmer's future,
it would be wise
to assess the situation from every angle.
[music playing]
Everyone has shortcomings
but right now, we must appoint someone
whose virtues outdo their shortcomings,
Your Majesty.
And it's not your fault
if your father can't see your virtues.
And even more so now that he is king!
A king's foremost priority is his subjects.
The family comes much later, Prithvi.
[unsettling vocalisation]
And I know
my younger brother is a brave warrior.
He never gives up.
So, stay as you are
and I will always stand by you.
Unconditionally, unequivocally
and selflessly.
[dramatic vocalisation]
[pleasant music playing]
[singing joyous song]
[ominous vocalisation]
[continues singing song]
[Prithvi joins in]
[singing concludes]
[sinister vocalisation]
Greetings, Mother.
Greetings, Desaladevi.
This is from Nagarjuna's naming ceremony.
I've held on to it for years.
It holds many memories,
and those memories in turn hold a goal.
[box clicks open]
You must remember this adornment.
This adornment belonged to Arnoraja,
Vigraharaj and Someshwar's father!
I thought this was the right time to broach the subject.
I asked for an account of the foodgrains.
I need the figures by dusk.
Could the Queen of Ajmer spare two minutes for her uncle?
[solemn music playing]
The advisory committee has come to the decision
that a prince be crowned.
The moment this news reaches Desaladevi and Nagarjuna,
they will use persuasion, inducement, coercion, discord,
basically make every possible attempt
to crown Nagarjuna the prince.
As per tradition,
this adornment was given to King Vigraharaj
when he was anointed king.
Now, as per tradition,
I wish to hand this adornment to you.
[music playing]
I am glad
that you honoured our tradition.
This is the legacy of our ancestors
that I'm placing in the hands of the guardians of our future.
[box closing]
So that you always remember
that whoever is in your protection
must not suffer any injustice.
May Goddess Shakambhari help you honour this obligation.
Farewell.
Farewell, Mother.
'You will have to anoint my son Nagarjuna the prince!'
I've heard the time has come to crown Ajmer's prince.
Yes, Your Highness.
And making this decision for the King of Ajmer
will be very difficult.
Looking at Ajmer's growing challenges,
you need someone who would never betray you.
Someone who remains loyal to you always.
- Your Highness, are you hinting at... - Your own son.
Prithvi!
It was you who said
that a king's son becomes the prince.
Your Highness, a while back, you said
you wanted to leave Ajmer and head to Kar.
Now, you are saying
that your son ought to be crowned the prince.
Why the change of heart?
You made me a queen.
So, I'm compelled to think as a queen.
[music playing]
I am aware that Prithvi was born to achieve greatness.
But the question is
whether he is ready to handle the weight
of such a big responsibility.
You can prepare him for it.
He possesses all the qualities.
He is courageous.
He is just.
He possesses compassion.
He puts the safety of others before his own.
If he has to embrace defeat for the greater good,
he does not back down.
Not only does he have the fortitude
to take a vow, but also to see it through.
A maid was caught stealing food from the royal palace.
While one person said...
'Give her the harshest punishment.'
The other person disagreed.
'Despite receiving wages, she has to steal.'
'It implies that the wages she gets are not enough'
'to provide for her child and herself.'
'She isn't the one at fault here, we are.'
Who would you choose?
[pensive vocalisation]
Someshwar, do not forget
that Prithvi's arrival was announced by the roaring of lions.
Goddess Prithvi visited me in my dreams
and made me a promise.
"His life's purpose is"
"to redefine the standards of justice and valour."
"He's as bright as the sun"
"and as sharp as a weapon."
"He will be the strength of the weak"
"and rule this sacred land"
"to eliminate it of oppressors and the unruly."
"And you will be known as the mother of that brave king."
[music playing]
[spluttering] Princess Sanyogita!
[music playing]
[mouthing words]
Uh...
I'd have loved it had you been there.
When did you realise that?
I realised it when Nagarjuna forbade you.
But you didn't say anything.
I thought he invited everyone.
How could I have told him who to invite and who to not?
That's why.
[vocalisation]
[vocalisation concludes]
If I had interjected...
I didn't want for a situation to arise
that would hurt you further.
The one who fights for the truth!
Who fears no one!
Whose valour and wit can solve any mystery!
A gift for that princess!
[joyous music playing]
Did you make this?
Yes, and I hurt myself twice in the process.
He even bled the first time.
Prithvi looked like a mongoose!
[all laugh]
[joyous vocalisation]
This is far better than that puerile celebration!
[all laugh]
[pensive music playing]
[anklets chiming]
Our family's legacy.
Desaladevi gave it to me.
To crown Nagarjuna the prince?
[vocalisation]
[box clicks shut]
[pensive music playing]
You were right, Your Highness.
Our son Prithviraj
possesses every quality
an adept ruler ought to have.
But I have a feeling
he requires intensive training
to carry out this obligation.
Kaimasa, you and I
will prepare him together.
So that not only does he
become an adept prince,
but also an able ruler.
[tense music playing]
So he understands the legacy of our ancestors.
Becomes the pride of our motherland.
Becomes the icon of a prosperous and free India.
[unsettling music playing]
'How could any harm come to us'
'with the future Prince of Ajmer, Nagarjuna, by our side?'
'You'll address me as "Prince" very soon.'
'I, the prince!'
'This is Nagarjuna's prerogative.'
'Why me?'
'I do not agree with this decision.'
You're so naive!
Your father wishes to make you the prince
and you're sad.
Ask me.
I'm a girl.
I wouldn't get such an opportunity if I wanted!
[vocalisation]
You are right.
Think about it.
I too will be the prince of Chalukya someday.
Then, we both shall become kings.
You of Ajmer, and I of Chalukya.
Wouldn't that be great?
Bhima!
Neither of you understands
that it is Nagarjuna's right to become the prince.
He had been waiting for so long.
And if I become the prince in his stead,
he'd be so hurt.
Forget the hurt,
he will think I betrayed him.
He's more competent
and brave than me.
'I will always stand by you.'
'Unconditionally, unequivocally and selflessly.'
[poignant vocalisation]
Nagarjuna always supported me.
He never asked me for anything.
I can't do this to him.
Had I been in his place, I'd have done the same.
If Prithviraj becomes the prince,
Nagarjuna will stop talking to him.
[poignant music playing]
[anklets chiming]
[music playing]
I know
not everyone gets the chance to be a prince.
But I don't want to be a king.
And Nagarjuna said
that when he becomes the king,
he'll make me his commander-in-chief.
Besides,
people change after becoming the king.
Like my father.
Didn't you see?
He didn't trust me
until Sanyogita testified.
One has to be harsh after becoming a king, right?
I don't want to be a king!
I like being
with my family and friends.
I don't want
to become a king and lose my friends.
[poignant vocalisation]
But His Majesty has already decided to crown you the prince.
[poignant vocalisation]
'I won't let that happen. I won't become the prince.'
[vocalisation fades out]