The Waking of a Nation: Unveiling Hidden Truths of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, one of the darkest chapters in India’s history, is set to have its untold story revealed in the upcoming web series The Waking of a Nation. Set to stream on SonyLIV from March 7, the series aims to shed light on the atrocities committed by the British government during this tragic event and the subsequent efforts to distort its historical truth.
Directed by the National Award-winning and International Emmy-nominated filmmaker Ram Madhvani, the series promises to delve deep into the untold narratives of the massacre. The recently released teaser of the series presents a compelling glimpse into the intense and emotional journey of Kanthilal Sahni, a lawyer played by actor Taruk Raina, who takes on the powerful British establishment to fight against the distortion of history by the Hunter Commission.
The gripping teaser raises several key questions: Did Kanthilal Sahni uncover the true story behind the massacre? What obstacles did he face in his relentless pursuit of justice? These thought-provoking elements in the teaser leave the audience eagerly anticipating the answers.
Produced under the banner of Ram Madhvani Films by Ram Madhvani and Amita Madhvani, The Waking of a Nation features
As the series draws closer to its release, it promises to take viewers through a historical journey that not only unravels the hidden truths of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre but also pays tribute to those who fought for justice in the face of adversity.
