Set in the backdrop of 18th century Maharashtra, a common girl, Ahilyabai Holkar, who with the support of her father-in-law Malhar Rao Holkar, confronts the pre-defined norms of the patriarchal society.
Who was ahilyabai in history?
Ahilyabai's husband Khanderao Holkar was killed in the battle of Kumher in 1754. Twelve years later, her father-in-law, Malhar Rao Holkar died.
Ahilyabai Holkar.
Ahilyabai Holkar on a 1996 stamp of India
Noble of the Maratha Empire
| Reign | 1 December 1767 – 13 August 1795 |
| Coronation | 11 December 1767 |