Published 08:35 IST, December 31st 2020
Ahilyabai Holkar's role in 'Punyashlok Ahilyabai' was auditioned by 1000 girls?
As child actor Aditi Jaltare is all set to play the lead role of Ahilyabai Holkar in much-awaited series, did you know over 1000 girls auditioned for the same
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On Monday, January 4, 2021, Sony Entertainment Television will launch a brand-new period drama, Punyashlok Ahilyabai. historical show set on backdrop of Maharashtra in 18th century, revolves around extraordinary life of an ordinary girl, Ahilyabai Holkar. She is assisted by her far-in-law, Malhar Rao Holkar, for defying pre-defined principles of a patriarchal society where women have been stripped of ir rights and voices. As popular child actor iti Jaltare is all set to play le role of Ahilyabai Holkar in much-awaited series, director Jackson Sethi went on to reveal details about character of show.
It is reported that over 1000 girls were auditioned over a period of eight months for this role before iti Jaltare was roped into essay character of Ahilyabai Holkar. It is also said that auditioning process was highly rigorous as shortlisting was performed about five or six times and n backed up by mock photoshoots by production team. creators h a very particular vision of how persona of Ahilyabai wanted to be represented on screen. artist attempting her role should at all times show a childlike incence and playful energy when delivering intense dialogues.
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Director Jackson Sethi also said that playing Ahilyabai Holkar is a challenging role, particularly for a child, and it needed childlike incence, which would give more credibility to character. He ded that essence of character that was to be justified on screen was very critical. director also believes that y found what y were looking for in iti Jaltar. He said she was ideal choice. While she's worked in industry before, she's t carrying bagg of those experiences. Furr complimenting her, Jackson said that she is a natural delight and is always er to learn. She really got into skin of character and me perfect choice to play role of Ahilyabai Holkar in her childhood, said Sethi.
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Punyashlok Ahilyabai cast
period drama will star acclaimed child actor iti Jaltar, who will play role of Ahilyabai Holkar. Apart from her, TV star Rajesh Shringarpure will be seen essaying role of her far-in-law, Malhar Rao Holkar. Punyashlok Ahilyabai will present and celebrate deep bond between Ahilyabai and Malhar Rao. Besides narrating ir unique partnership, historical drama t only subverts rms, but also redefines m.
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(With inputs from PR)
08:35 IST, December 31st 2020