Mahakali – Anth Hi Aarambh Hai
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Mahakali – Anth Hi Aarambh Hai | |
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Multi-camera | |
Running time | 45 minutes |
Production company | Swastik Productions |
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Network | Colors TV |
Release | 22 July 2017 5 August 2018 | –
Mahakaali — Anth Hi Aarambh Hai (English: Mahakali — The end marks the beginning) is an Indian (Hindi language) television series that premiered on 22 July 2017 on Colors TV.[1] The show traced the epic story of Goddess Parvati’s metamorphosis into Mahakali.[2] Produced by
. [3]Plot
The show's plot revolves around the much-adored tale of Goddess Parvati, the wife of Lord Shiva (sister of Lord Vishnu) and her alter-ego, Mahakali.
With her strong will and intense devotion, Parvati becomes the wife of Shiva. However, their marriage is threatened when the demon king Shumbha (along with his brother Nishumbha) expresses his desire to marry Parvati and wages war against Shiva. In an attempt to protect all those who have taken up refuge in her home at Mount Kailash, Parvati rushes into the war, successfully channeling Goddess Mahakali, her untamed warrior side through her unbound rage. Her rampage inspires other goddesses like Lakshmi, Saraswati and Indrani to bring forth their inner warriors and fight alongside Kali.
Mahakali is able to overthrow Shumbha's tyrannical rule and slay all his associates (including famed demons like
In years following her triumph, Shiva and Parvati expand their family to include their sons Lord Ganesha and Lord Kartikeya. Further stories highlight annihilation of threats like Banasura, Narakasura, Arunasura, Durgamasura, Andhak and the like – all being formidable demons famously killed by the Goddess in various incarnations. The show also highlights the importance of family sticking up for each other, as the Kailash-Parivar face multiple social challenges and deconstruct many primitive thought processes.
Cast
Main
- Vishalakshi/ Angala Devi and Mahadeviand other incarnations of Parvati .
- Kaal Bhairav/ Martand and other incarnations of Shiva : Sati and Parvati's Husband, Kartikeya, and Ganesha's Father. Jalandhara
- Tridev.
- Vaishnavito destroy the evil.
- Lord Kartikeya; god of war; Elder son of Shiva and Parvati; brother of Ganesha; husband of Devsena and Valli
- Krish Chauhan as Lord Ganesha: Younger son of Shiva and Parvati; Kartikeya's Younger Brother; Riddhi and Siddhi's Husband.
Recurring
- Gagan Kang as Lord Indra
- Sheshnaag
- Nandi
- Faisal Khan as Garuda
- Sahil Uppal as Sher
- Manish Bishla as Dev-Raj Indra: King of All Devs, Shachi's Husband.
- Hitanshu Jinsi as Vayudev[4]
- Brahmani
- Sandeep Rajora as Lord Suryadev
- Ganga
- Himanshu Bamzai as Devantak
- Akash Kumar as Lord Brahma
- Shailesh Datar as Sage Narada
- Rohit Khurana as Shani
- Vishal Nayak as Agnidev
- Preeti Chaudhary as Kritika
- Nimai Bali as Sage Ushana
- Chahat Pandey as Devasena
- Vrinda
- Chandni Bhagwanani as Behula
- Devi
- Amrita Prakash / Divyangana Jain as Mohini
- Divyaalakshmi as Devi Daruka
- Rohit Bakshi as Kamadeva / Bhandasura
- Vinita Joshi Thakkaras Devi Rati
- Shumbha
- Danish Akhtar as Nishumbha
- Nirbhay Wadhwa as Mahishasura
- Kunal Bakshi as Andhakasura : Parvati and Shiva's Son.
- V S Prince Ratan as Aakash Dev
- Sneha Namanandi as Daruka
- Dinesh Mehta as Narakasura
- Shilpa Saklani as Diti
Production
Development
We are utilizing high-end VFX and prosthetics to highlight the fantastical element in the story, in keeping with the mythological era. Intense research has led us to the ideal depiction on-screen, and we hope that the viewers like Mahakaali as much as they have supported Karmphal Data Shani.”
Actress Pooja Sharma also shared that it took nearly 3–4 hours for her to get painted in her Kali avatar. The set designs were different from other similar shows as the producer, Siddharth Tiwary, shared that he wanted the concept of the visualisation to be unique, and that the story would be blend of some fiction and stories from different Puranas.[6]
Reception
Ratings
The show opened up with 6507 impressions and was the third most watched urban television show in its debut week in India.[7]
The Times of India stated, "The show is a perfect blend of drama and mythology. Compared to the other shows, the VFX effects used in Mahakali are excellent and seeps one into the world of fantasy. Right from the backdrop setting to the costume drama, the make-believe looks convincing and draws you into its tale. The show has elaborate costumes and jewellery which make it furthermore engaging to watch."[8]
References
- ^ "Colors opens weekend 7pm slot with Mahakali". Best Media Info.
- ^ "Colors to launch 'Mahakali' in weekend 19:00 slot". Biz Asia. 15 July 2017.
- ^ "Pooja Sharma to play the title role in Siddhaarth Kumar Tewary's 'Mahakali' - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ^ "Hitanshu Jinsi: I am a lot like my character, Vaayu Dev in Mahakaali". Mid-day. 3 April 2018.
- ^ "COLORS to soon unveil 'Mahakaali: Anth Hi Aarambh Hai'". exchange4media.
- ^ Archived at Ghostarchive and the Wayback Machine: "Mahakali: First Set Visit With Saurabh Raj Jain, Pooja Sharma & Siddharth Kumar Tewary". YouTube.
- ^ "Latest BARC India Ratings: Khatron Ke Khiladi and Mahakali open to big numbers, Colors soars to new heights". Indian Express. 4 August 2017.
- ^ "Mahakali: 5 reasons why the show is winning the hearts of telly viewers". The Times of India. 14 August 2017.
External links
- Mahakali – Anth Hi Aarambh Hai at IMDb