We shot 'Mahabharat' there and it was convenient for us that time.'Д«usiness Standard has always strived hard to provide up-to-date information and commentary on developments that are of interest to you and have wider political and economic implications for the country and the world. 'So, to showcase that era we needed a huge land and a big amount of actors. Delhi and other metro cities have transformed and developed to a big extent. The shooting of 'Razia Sultan' took place in Gujarat, on the same set where the producers filmed their popular mythological show 'Mahabharat'.ДЄsked why the show was filmed in Gujarat when the story of the show deals with the history of Delhi, Tewary said: 'The show talks about the 13th century. 'The Indian society is facing issues related to women security, so the show is an effort to aware people about the status of women in the society,' he said. It shows how a father seeks trust in his daughter, who goes on to rule Delhi. It talks about the time of a male-dominated society. ''Razia Sultan' talks about women empowerment. The time is ripe for such a show as the country is buzzing with discussions over women's safety, said Rahul Kumar Tewary of Swastik Productions, that's producing the show. The channel gave a glimpse into the show at an event here, with Sooraj and Pankhuri - dressed as their respective characters - performed a scene from the show. So (I feel) they will love me in this show too,' he said.ДЄpart from Sooraj and Pankhuri, the show will also feature actresses Seema Kapoor and Sambhavna Seth as Shamshad Begum and Shah Turkan respectively. People loved me as the evil king Dhana Nanda in 'Chandragupta Maurya'. 'In recent times I've mostly played negative characters, but Iltutmish is a protagonist. Sooraj, who will essay the role of Razia's father, Iltutmish, said he's lucky to be part of the show. But as time will pass, her father will realise that she is best person who he can rule the Sultanate dynasty.' Even though her father is the king, she doesn't have any dream to take over his dynasty. She is fun-loving, but on other hand, she is scared too. Talking about her understanding of the character, Pankhuri told IANS: 'Razia is just like any other normal girl. Pankhuri, who has been a part of shows like 'MTV Fanaah' and 'Yeh Hai Aashiqui' in the past, will be seen playing the titular role in the show. She also featured in an online comic strip вЂњRazia SultanвЂќ.The intent is to empower the women of modern society by showcasing the life of Razia Sultan, tracing how from an emperor's daughter, she went on to rule a dynasty. The film Razia Sultan was made on the life of Razia in 1983. Works on RaziaRazia Sultan has been a part of the popular culture. Razia established schools, academics, centers for research and public libraries. She was deeply devoted to the cause of her empire and her subjects. Razia believed in the equality of religion. They fell into the hands of the Jats and were killed on 1240.

When she and Altunia undertook to take back the throne through a battle they were defeated. In the meanwhile RaziaвЂ™s brother usurped the throne. In order to escape death she accepted to marry Malik Altunia.

In an ensuing battle between her and Malik Altunia she was taken a prisoner and her advisor Yaqut was killed. Most part of her rule was spent in fighting her rebellions. She was trained to lead armies and administer kingdoms. Contrary to the tradition of Islam she would show her face while riding on an elephant into a battle. Razia as the sultan preferred a manвЂ™s tunic and head dress.

As a ruler she refused to be addressed as Sultana because it would mean вЂњwife or consort of a sultanвЂќ and she instead on being called вЂsultanвЂ™. She succeeded to the throne in 136 after her father Shams-ud-din-Iltutmish. She was the only woman ruler of both the sultanate and the Mughal period. Razia, the SultanRazia Sultana reigned from 1236 to 1240. Some accounts state that she was buried in Delhi or Kaithal, Haryana or Tonk in Rajasthan. There still remains controversy regarding the grave of Razia. She frequently accompanied her father in his military expeditions. By the time she was 13 Razia was an accomplished archer and horse rider.

RaziaвЂ™s father would take personal care for the education and training of Razia. She belonged to the Seljug slave ancestry.

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