1x228 - Episode 228

July 8, 2010

Gangadhar and the others are shocked to see the huge man standing to fight against Raja. Martin announces the rules that there are no rules and the fighters can use any weapon they wish. Gangadhar Rao objects to Martin's decision. Martin asks if they have any one to replace Raja. But Raja accuses Martin of being a coward and participating in the fight himself. Raja says that he wants to fight, and asks Gangadhar Rao not to withdraw. The duel begins. Raja evades every attack from Pascal and snatches all his weapons. Fearing defeat, Martin announces the end of the first round. Even in the second round, Raja is ahead of Pascal. Raja throws Pascal on the ground. But Pascal throws a powder given by Martin, into Raja's eyes. Raja becomes temporarily blind.

1x229 - Episode 229

July 9, 2010

1x230 - Episode 230

July 12, 2010

A villager thanks Gangadhar Rao for freeing them for the British. Gangadhar Rao gives the credit to Laxmibai. Tatya Guru asks Laxmibai to return to the palace. But she refuses. Gangadhar feels disappointed to see Laxmibai leaving from there. He follows her. Sakhubai, Jankibai and Lacho are shocked when Motibai tells them that the girl who won against Pascal is Maharani Laxmibai. Spears is very upset that Fort Williams accepted his resignation. Everyone is sure that Gangadhar Rao will return to the palace with Laxmibai. But Sakhubai, Jankibai and Lacho refuse to believe that the girl is indeed Laxmibai. Meanwhile, Laxmibai reaches a temple and faints. Gangadhar goes to help her. Laxmibai gains consciousness and initially gets angry with him. She refuses to return with him as she believes that he will still not accept as his queen as well as Kranti Guru. But Gangadhar Rao says that he is ready to accept her in both the forms.

1x231 - Episode 231

July 13, 2010

Gangadhar Rao and Laxmibai decide to return to the palace. The villagers are pleased to see them together. Gangadhar thanks the villagers for their love and support towards Laxmibai. The women of the village decorate Laxmibai. Meanwhile in Bithur, Vahini Saheb receives a message from Gangadhar Rao that Manu is returning back to Jhansi, and they have been invited to bless them. A delighted Vahini Saheb informs about this to Bajirao and Nana Saheb. Bajirao asks Vahini Saheb and Nana Saheb to go without him, since he is unwell. He also prohibits Vahini Saheb from telling Manu about his ill health. The villagers thank Laxmibai for what she has done for them. Laxmibai bids farewell to the villagers.

1x232 - Episode 232

July 14, 2010

Laxmibai returns to Jhansi and the subjects are overjoyed. Laxmibai is overwhelmed with emotions on entering the palace after several years. Laxmibai is even more pleased to see Vahini Saheb and Nana Saheb. When Gangadhar asks Sakhubai, Lacho and Jankibai to bless Laxmibai, Sakhubai refuses to do so and asks for a proof that she is indeed Laxmibai. Gangadhar gets furious. But Laxmibai goes towards her and whispers that she knows that she (Sakhubai) had stolen Gangadhar Rao's treasure. Laxmibai threatens to expose her misdeed. Sakhubai panics and quickly blesses Laxmibai saying that she was only testing her. Gangadhar Rao wishes to spend time with Laxmibai. But Vahini Saheb takes Laxmibai with her saying that she needs rest. Gangadhar is disappointed.

1x233 - Episode 233

July 15, 2010

Laxmibai is overwhelmed to see her portraits that Gangadhar had painted in her absence. Some British officers Malcolm and Ross tell Sakhubai, Jankibai and Lacho that they should see to it that Laxmibai and Gangadhar Rao do not consummate their marriage. If they succeed in doing that, the British officers promise to give them the administrative powers of Jhansi. The British officers suggest that they should use Vahini Saheb for this purpose. Meanwhile, Vahini Saheb asks Laxmibai's maids about Laxmibai's whereabouts. The maids do not reveal that she is with Gangadhar Rao. Gangadhar and Laxmibai spend some romantic moments with each other. Gangadhar shows her a sculpture made by him, whose face is incomplete because he didn't know how she looked now.

1x234 - Episode 234

July 16, 2010

Laxmibai's maid Kashi comes to Gangadhar's room and informs Laxmibai that Vahini Saheb is searching for her, to get a `puja' performed through her. Laxmibai gets worried and is about to leave the room, when Vahini Saheb reaches there, Gangadhar quickly makes her hide inside and lies to Vahini Saheb that Laxmibai is not in the room. Vahini Saheb leaves. Laxmibai leaves too. Sakhubai, Jankibai and Lacho try to instigate Vahini Saheb against Laxmibai saying that she was responsible for Prachi's death. Vahini Saheb gets furious at them for trying to brainwash her against Laxmibai. She also reminds them that they are able to stay in the palace only due to Laxmibai. Nanasaheb challenges Laxmibai for a swordfight. Laxmibai tells him that she has to go for a `puja'. But when Nanasaheb provokes her, she gets ready to fight. She defeats Nana saheb. Just then, Gangadhar reaches there and challenges Laxmibai for a fight. She agrees.

1x235 - Episode 235

July 19, 2010

1x236 - Episode 236

July 20, 2010

Gangadhar Rao seeks the blessings of Tatya Dixit, before going to his chamber to meet Laxmibai. A priest tells the Prime Minister that Tatya Dixit's calculation regarding the auspicious time for the consummation of Gangadhar and Laxmibai's marriage is wrong and could cause disaster. Sakhubai, Jankibai and Lacho are delighted. Unaware of these happenings, Laxmibai shows reluctance in getting intimate to Gangadhar, claiming that she is not mentally prepared yet. Tatya Dixit feels offended at the priest's allegation and decided to demand justice from the king. Gangadhar understands Laxmibai's situation and supports her. Laxmibai accompanies him to the court. Gangadhar is surprised to see Tatya Dixit demanding justice. The priest reveals that Tatya Dixit miscalculated because he had referred to an old almanac. Sakhubai instantly says that if Gangadhar had consummated the marriage, he would've died.

1x237 - Episode 237

July 21, 2010

Laxmibai is moved to see the pain in Tatya Dixit eyes when he congratulates the new royal priest. She tells Tatya that Gangadhar has only retired him from his services, but he can continue to advice the King on a personal note. Later, Laxmibai is deeply engrossed in praying to Lord Krishna when the accessories of the idol accidentally catch fire. Kashi comes in the nick of time and extinguishes the fire. Laxmibai asks Kashi to get new accessories. As soon as Kashi leaves, a new maid comes and hands over accessories to Laxmibai. When Laxmibai asks her identity, she claims to be the new maid and says that this idol of Lord Krishna has been given to her so that the heir of Jhansi is always protected. Ross and Malcolm, along with Sakhubai, Jankibai and Lacho plan to use a loyal servant of Gangadhar Rao as their pawn. They approach Gangadhar Rao and tell him that the Rajputs of Bundelkhand are terrorising and looting people, and so they have decided to take action against the dacoits.

1x238 - Episode 238

July 22, 2010

Gangadhar Rao seeks the blessings of Tatya Dixit, before going to his chamber to meet Laxmibai. A priest tells the Prime Minister that Tatya Dixit's calculation regarding the auspicious time for the consummation of Gangadhar and Laxmibai's marriage is wrong and could cause disaster. The Prime Minister confronts Tatya Dixit regarding the same. Moropant too consults the religious almanac and agrees that the time is inappropriate. Moropant gets worried and asks the Prime Minister to stop Gangadhar. Sakhubai, Jankibai and Lacho are delighted. Unaware of these happenings, Laxmibai shows reluctance in getting intimate to Gangadhar, claiming that she is not mentally prepared yet. Tatya Dixit feels offended at the priest's allegation and decided to demand justice from the king. Gangadhar understands Laxmibai's situation and supports her. Gangadhar hears the bell ringing outside the palace and decides to hear out the woe of the complainant.

1x239 - Episode 239

July 23, 2010

Raghunath feels humiliated when Gangadhar sends Tatya Tope instead of him. Laxmibai later meets him and explains that the British were planning to use him against his fellow Rajputs so that they can divide them and rule. Raghunath thanks Laxmibai for making him see the reality. Gangadhar is highly impressed with Laxmibai's intelligence and gives her the Nevalkar's Royal Sword which is a hereditary weapon of the family. Gangadhar says that he is sure she will hand over the Royal Sword to the heir of their family. Tatya Dixit conducts a `puja' for the bright future of Gangadhar and Laxmibai, during which Gangadhar's shawl accidentally catches fire. Jankibai comments that is an inauspicious omen. Tatya Dixit says that King faces a threat to his life for a certain period of time. Hence, Tatya chants a hymn for the well-being of the King. Laxmibai too prays in her chamber. Seeing Laxmibai engrossed in prayer, the new maid carefully looks at the entire chamber and notices the Royal Sword.

1x240 - Episode 240

July 26, 2010

Sakhubai, Lacho and Jankibai discuss how their pawn would soon poison the tip of the sword that Laxmibai would use in the fight against Gangadhar. Meanwhile, Laxmibai notices footmarks of mud in her room. Interestingly, Raghunath too had washed his feet earlier because they were soiled in mud. When Sunder comes in, Laxmibai notices that her feet too are soiled. Laxmibai and Gangadhar begin their sword fight. However, Sunder interrupts and says that an ascetic at the palace door was willing to accept donations only from the queen. Laxmibai rushes to the palace gate and asks the ascetic what she wants. The ascetic demands the royal sword that Gangadhar had gifted her. She suggests that Laxmibai first purify the sword in milk before giving it away. However, Laxmibai is horrified to see the milk turn black after the sword is immersed in it. Sunder says that the sword must have been laced with poison.

1x241 - Episode 241

July 27, 2010

Laxmibai is unable to trace the ascetic. A worried Laxmibai goes to meet Gangadhar but does not tell him the truth. When a black cat jumps out of Gangadhar's cupboard, her suspicion about a conspiracy gets confirmed. The royal physician tests the sword and says that it has been laced with poison. When he tells Laxmibai that he had used the book last in the palace, she realises that the conspirator is from the palace itself. She confronts Sakhubai, Lacho and Jankibai with a sword. They are terrified, so she asks them what's so dangerous about the sword. Laxmibai warns them not to ever harm Gangadhar. Meanwhile, Laxmibai confronts an unidentified man. On the other hand, Gangadhar waits for his queen in his court. Ross and Malcolm complain to Gangadhar that the situation in Bundelkhand has not been brought under control in spite of sending Tatya Tope.

1x242 - Episode 242

July 28, 2010

Gangadhar is furious that his queen is missing. Sunder mentions that Laxmibai had earlier met the royal physician and later, she had met Jankibai, Sakhubai and Lacho and argued with them. The physician informs the king that the queen had summoned him to inquire about the sword being laced with poison. Gangadhar blames the Prime Minister and Raghunath for the lax in security. Sakhubai asks the man with his face covered where the queen is. When he says that she is not with him, Sakhubai wonders where the queen is. An old woman approaches Laxmibai and says that she is mother of the maid who gave her the message to reach the place. She gives her an anklet and says that it will protect her husband. Laxmibai returns to the palace in the middle of the night and spots a person near their chamber. However, the person escapes. Gangadhar assures her that they would fight all the conspiracies together, and that he would remain unharmed as long as she was with him.

1x243 - Episode 243

July 29, 2010

Laxmibai wonders who the culprit is, and begins to doubt Raghunath, Tatya Dixit and Narsing Rao, the Prime Minister. Laxmibai calls them separately and says that she suspects the other two to be the conspirators. She asks each one to report any suspicious activity of the other two. Laxmibai also asks Sunder and Kashi to search the homes of the three men for any suspicious objects. The maids bring incriminating evidences from each of the three men's home, so Laxmibai wonders if all of them are involved. When Tatya Dixit informs her that someone is performing black magic on Gangadhar, she decides to get to the root of the issue. Laxmibai later receives a letter asking her to come to Goddess Kali's temple to know the truth about the conspiracies and the black magic being performed in the palace. Meanwhile, Sakhubai tells Lacho and Jankibai that while Gangadhar would be performing the religious ceremony at Lord Shiva's temple, a mishap would occur that would kill him.

1x244 - Episode 244

July 30, 2010

Raghunath and the Prime Minister request Gangadhar separately to allow them to come to Lord Shiva's temple for the religious ceremony. Laxmibai decides to go Goddess Kali's temple and asks her maids to keep an eye on the king while she is away. Meanwhile, at Lord Shiva's temple, the rope to which the temple bell is attached catches fire, while Gangadhar stands below it to pray. On the other hand, a mysterious lady appears at Goddess Kali's temple and gives Laxmibai offerings. She advises her to pray to the sky and earth at Lord Shiva's temple. Laxmibai reaches the temple, and Gangadhar and she offer their prayers to the Lord. Laxmibai recalls what the mysterious lady had asked her to do, and when she looks up, she sees the temple bell falling on the king. She rushes towards him and pushes him. However, she gets hurt and collapses. Gangadhar tells Laxmibai that she must have known about the conspiracy beforehand, so he asks her who the culprit is.

1x245 - Episode 245

August 2, 2010

Laxmibai decides not to tell Gangadhar anything until she gathers enough proof against the conspirators, so she says that even she does not know who they are, and that she only happened to see the bell falling on him. Tatya Dixit gets medicines for Laxmibai, but Gangadhar wants it tested first. When Gangadhar is satisfied, he asks Tatya Dixit to give his queen the medicine. However, Tatya Dixit pours medicine from another pouch into the milk, and Laxmibai drinks it. Gangadhar tells Laxmibai that he is going to Lord Shiva's temple so that the evidences are not tampered with. Gangadhar inspects the burnt rope in the temple and investigates the cause. Tatya Dixit apologises to Laxmibai for the untoward incident as he was in charge of the ceremony. Meanwhile, Sakhubai and her accomplices hope that this time their pawn would not miss his target.Tatya Dixit assures the conspiring ladies that he has personally administered poison to Laxmibai, and she would not be able to save the king now.

1x246 - Episode 246

August 3, 2010

Sakhubai and her accomplices monitor Malcolm's men placing spears on the riverbed so that Gangadhar would get killed when he would come to bathe in the pond. On the other hand, Tatya Dixit visits the queen. He tells the king that her condition is deteriorating and it could be result of someone performing black magic on her. He advises the king to cleanse himself in the pond and perform a ritual so that she improves. On his way out, many pouches fall from Tatya Dixit's bag. Laxmibai realises that all of them look the same and that he must have used another pouch while testing for poison. The queen tries her best to alert the king but is unable to speak. The king leaves to go to the pond with Tatya Dixit. Laxmibai recalls the mysterious lady warning her to save Gangadhar from water and fire.

1x247 - Episode 247

August 4, 2010

The mysterious lady goes to Motibai and tells her that Laxmibai is serious as she appears to have consumed something poisonous. She returns to Laxmibai's chamber and urges Laxmibai to get up and save the king. Motibai arrives just then with a flower that brings Laxmibai to her consciousness. When Raghunath and the Prime Minister hear that the king has left from the secret exit, both of them think that the other one is the conspirator. A fight ensues and they then realise that Tatya Dixit is the culprit. Meanwhile, Tatya Dixit tells the king that he must jump into the pond and come to the temple after that. Tatya Dixit then goes to Goddess Kali's temple and performs black magic. Laxmibai gallops on her horse to reach her husband, while he readies himself to jump into the pond.

1x248 - Episode 248

August 5, 2010

Raghunath and the Prime Minister go to help Gangadhar. The mysterious lady prays for the king and queen's well-being, and throws the glass lamp in frustration. The lamp breaks into pieces. At the same time, Gangadhar steps on a piece of glass and his foot starts to bleed. Tatya Dixit continues to perform black magic and demands Gangadhar's blood! Meanwhile, Gangadhar removes the glass piece and moves ahead for the plunge. She is shocked to see Laxmibai approaching towards Gangadhar and warning him just in time not to jump. A stunned Malcolm orders his men to attack Gangadhar and Laxmibai. The two fight the soldiers, and Laxmibai reveals to Gangadhar that his trusted confidante, Tatya Dixit, is one of the conspirators involved in having him killed. Laxmibai and Gangadhar escape on a horse but Malcolm orders his men to follow them. A furious Malcolm comes to Goddess Kali's temple and stabs Tatya Dixit because his plan had failed.

1x249 - Episode 249

August 6, 2010

Tatya Dixit confesses his crime to Raghunath and the Prime Minister, and says that Gangadhar and Laxmibai are in danger. However, he passes out before telling the names of the conspirators. Raghunath and the Prime Minister set out with troops to find the king and queen. Meanwhile, Gangadhar and Laxmibai take refuge in an abandoned temple. Gangadhar thanks Laxmibai for saving his life innumerable times. Gangadhar and Laxmibai finally consummate their marriage as Raghunath, the Prime Minister and their men battle Malcolm's soldiers bravely outside the temple. Raghunath and the Prime Minister get badly injured and collapse. Meanwhile, Malcolm, seething with rage over his failure to kill Gangadhar and Laxmibai, decides to burn their palace.

1x250 - Episode 250

August 9, 2010

Gangadhar thanks Laxmibai again. She tells Gangadhar how a woman had come in the guise of a maid and an ascetic, and saved her many times. Meanwhile, Malcolm also sets the temple in which Gangadhar and Laxmibai are hiding, on fire. This time too, the same woman who has her face covered appears and guides them to safety. Seeing Gangadhar and Laxmibai coming out of the temple, Malcolm and his officer aim their guns at them. Just then, a gravely injured Tatya Dixit foils their attempt but gets shot. The officers escape. Laxmibai requests Gangadhar to have Tatya Dixit's last rites done with full honours. Later, Laxmibai describes to the artist the woman who had saved her several times. The artist sketches her portrait. Moropant arrives just then to welcome Gangadhar and Laxmibai. He is stunned seeing the portrait.

1x251 - Episode 251

August 10, 2010

Moropant is dumbfounded seeing the portrait. He can't believe that the artist has sketched the portrait of Bhagirathi, his deceased first wife and Laxmibai's mother. When Moropant refuses to believe her, Laxmibai shows him her anklets that the lady had given her. Moropant, Gangadhar and Laxmibai are surprised at this divine happening. Indu pays a surprise visit to Laxmibai with her little son, Siddesh. Siddesh becomes the object of Laxmibai's affection. Gangadhar is pleased and wonders when Laxmibai will have a child of her own. Meanwhile, Ross, the British officer who had shot Tatya Dixit gets worried that his name would get exposed in front of Gangadhar. They reach Gangadhar's court and tell him that they suspect the Rajputs are behind the attack. However, a sharp Gangadhar says that 'R' could also refer to Ross. Ross gets worried hearing his name.

1x252 - Episode 252

August 11, 2010

Ross tells Gangadhar that he will gather evidences to prove his accusation against the Rajputs. Just then, Raghunath enters the court and says that the differences between Brahmins and Rajputs have been resolved, and they have agreed to make Samar Singh their Chief. Ross mentions to Malcolm at the Commissionerate that he is afraid Gangadhar suspects him. Nelson arrives then, and in a shocking turn of events, stabs Ross to death. Meanwhile, Samar Singh thanks Laxmibai in Gangadhar's court for transforming a bandit like him, and presents Gangadhar with the flag of his army. In turn, Gangadhar presents Samar with a gold chain having a pendant of the sun. However, one of villagers is jealous with Samar Singh's prosperity. Samar invites the king for his younger sister's wedding but Gangadhar apologises for not being able to attend because of a meeting in Jodhpur and says that Laxmibai would grace the occasion. Later, Nelson finally comes face to face with Laxmibai.

1x253 - Episode 253

August 12, 2010

Laxmibai walks away in disgust to her palanquin. Nelson barges into Gangadhar's court and introduces himself as John Nelson, a special agent appointed by Lord Dalhousie to tackle the mismanagement in Jhansi. Nelson accuses the king of not punishing the Rajputs for spreading anarchy in the region. As proof, he shows the murdered body of Ross holding Samar Singh's golden locket presented by the king. Gangadhar is compelled to sign Samar's arrest warrant. However, Gangadhar warns Nelson to arrest Samar only after his sister's wedding

1x254 - Episode 254

August 13, 2010

The Prime Minister voices his concern about the outcome of Samar's arrest to Gangadhar. Gangadhar asks him to send Raghunath to look into the security at Samar's village. Nelson and Malcolm unleash terror on the villagers, so Samar reveals his identity, but the villagers fight bravely against the British. Nelson then holds the groom at knifepoint, so Samar goes to fight but is held back by the British soldiers. Samar surrenders but Nelson kills the groom. Laxmibai arrives just then and warns Malcolm not to even touch Samar Singh, so he shows her the arrest warrant signed by Gangadhar. Laxmibai is shocked. The mayhem unnerves Laxmibai and Tatya Tope. An elder lady accuses Gangadhar for getting Samar arrested and blames him for treason! She curses that even Gangadhar will pine for his child someday! Laxmibai vows by her motherland that Nelson will have to pay for this bloodshed, and that she would free Samar and Karma.

1x255 - Episode 255

August 16, 2010

Laxmibai is upset to know that Samar Singh and Karma have been arrested as per Gangadhar's order. Gangadhar is informed that Lord Dalhousie wants him to attend a meeting in Gwalior. When Laxmibai gets ready to return to her palace, she feels a little faint. However, she manages to reach the palace and learns that Gangadhar has left for Gwalior. Dalhousie warns Gangadhar that as per the Doctrine of Lapse, Jhansi would soon go to the East India Company because he did not have an heir. However, Gangadhar assures him that his queen was capable of managing Jhansi, in the event of his death. Dalhousie taunts about a woman running his kingdom, so Gangadhar reminds Dalhousie that even his queen is a woman! Nelson admits to a furious Laxmibai that Samar did not kill Ross; he did. Just then, he receives a court order and informs Laxmibai that Samar Singh and Karma would be hanged unto death. Laxmibai collapses hearing the news.

1x256 - Episode 256

August 17, 2010

The royal physician announces that the queen is pregnant. Everyone is thrilled. However, he advises Indu to make sure that the queen gets as much rest as possible because she is anaemic. Meanwhile, in Gwalior, Lord Dalhousie warns Gangadhar to solve the problem involving Samar Singh, else Jhansi would be annexed, but Gangadhar assures him that all problems would be tackled. Bhagirathi appears again before Laxmibai and tells her that she is pregnant. Laxmibai is delighted. Bhagirathi advises her to abide by her duties as a wife and a queen because she has great responsibilities now. In the midst of the meeting, Gangadhar gets a letter informing him that Laxmibai is pregnant. Gangadhar proudly announces to Dalhousie that Jhansi will soon have an heir. Dalhousie is dismayed. Back in Jhansi, it is announced that Samar Singh and Karma would be killed in a cannon blast the next afternoon.

1x257 - Episode 257

August 18, 2010

Laxmibai manages to release Samar Singh and Karma, and they thank her. She tells Samar that they must seek revenge for the injustices inflicted on the villagers and absolve the king of the blame. Laxmibai kisses her lucky charm tied on her wrist. Kashi, disguised as the queen, informs a shocked Indu and Chimnabai that Laxmibai has gone to save Samar and Karma. Meanwhile, Nelson informs Malcolm that the man in disguise was none other than Laxmibai. Nelson vows to prove that Laxmibai is not a queen but a bandit, and this would disgrace the king as well. Meanwhile, Samar, Karma and Laxmibai speed on a bullock cart to the palace but Nelson, who is chasing them, shoots Samar and Karma. The cart gets stuck in slush and the frightened bullocks free themselves and run away. Laxmibai gets down and tries to pull out the cart herself. The good luck charm given to her to protect her pregnancy falls down.

1x258 - Episode 258

August 19, 2010

1x259 - Episode 259

August 20, 2010

Samar Singh and Karma, burdened with grief and guilt, are unable to tell the queen the truth. Tatya Tope arrives later, and Samar Singh and Karma break the news to him. Tatya Tope is heartbroken. Meanwhile, Nelson rejoices at his success as he is certain that Laxmibai must have surely had a miscarriage. Nelson writes to Fort William to have a battalion sent to Jhansi because of the prevalent anarchy. Fort William accepts Nelson's request and also assures him of a promotion. Meanwhile, Gangadhar arrives in the village to take Laxmibai home. He is upset with her, but when he sees her, he smiles. Daima enters just then and praises the king for being so brave and understanding in spite of such a great tragedy. She says that the queen would have trouble conceiving a second time. Daima realises that the king and queen are not aware about the miscarriage. Gangadhar and Laxmibai are devastated at the news. Gangadhar accuses Laxmibai for the loss and walks away in anger.

1x260 - Episode 260

August 23, 2010

Laxmibai tries to convince Gangadhar about her innocence but he walks away in fury. When he returns to the palace, he is upset at the welcome. Laxmibai too comes to the palace and informs Moropant and Chimnabai about her miscarriage. Moropant accuses her of betraying Gangadhar's trust as a queen and a wife. He warns her to mend her ways at least now. Laxmibai pleads with Gangadhar to forgive her but he accuses her of only wanting to be a warrior, not a mother. He says that she would have even made her child as selfish as her. He then gives her an ultimatum ' she should remain either a queen and a warrior, or a wife and a mother. Gangadhar declares that, henceforth, they would stay in separate chambers. Laxmibai is shattered with his announcement.

1x261 - Episode 261

August 24, 2010

Indu tries to stop Siddesh who keeps crying to meet the king but Gangadhar does not heed even the cries of a child. Laxmibai removes all her ornaments and wears a black sari. On the other hand, thoughts of allegations from his subjects for not providing an heir, and of Dalhousie asking him where the heir was, overwhelm the king. Gangadhar tells Moropant that Laxmibai could not be a good wife, a good mother or a good queen. Moropant apologises to Gangadhar and asks him to remarry. Meanwhile, Laxmibai's depression turns into hysteria. She then climbs the 'malkhamb' pole to find an answer to the king's ultimatum. On the other hand, Nelson writes a letter to Gangadhar informing him that an English battalion would be arriving in Jhansi soon. Back in the village, the midwife pleads with Karma and Samar to find a remedy for the queen's plight.

1x262 - Episode 262

August 25, 2010

Samar waits for Laxmibai's order but she tells him that she has vowed to be only a mother, not a warrior. Samar tries to dissuade her but she remains firm and asks him to tackle matters peacefully. Gangadhar reads Nelson's letter informing him about the arrival of British battalion in Jhansi because of the poor law and order situation in Jhansi. Nelson then reminds the king of how Laxmibai rescued the prisoners from British custody in spite of Gangadhar's orders to arrest them. Gangadhar is embarrassed and questions Tatya Tope about Nelson's allegations. Tatya Tope informs Gangadhar about the mayhem in Samar's village, and how Nelson had violated Gangadhar's order.

1x263 - Episode 263

August 26, 2010

Laxmibai decides to leave the palace but her alter ego reminds her to stand by her husband through thick and thin, and asks her to understand Gangadhar's plight. Meanwhile, Gangadhar asks the Prime Minister to inform Nelson that he will personally inspect the battalion. On the other hand, Samar and Karma gather materials to make handmade explosives. Daima hears about Samar and Karma's plan and tells Laxmibai about it. A worried Laxmibai decides to inform the king but is told that he has left to inspect the new battalion. Looking at the arms and ammunition, Gangadhar asks Nelson whether the battalion is here to protect Jhansi or capture it. Just then, Samar orders his men to throw the bombs. Laxmibai reaches the spot and informs Gangadhar about Samar and Karma's plans.

1x264 - Episode 264

August 27, 2010

Nelson tortures Samar and Karma, and drags them through the streets of Jhansi to warn people about the consequence of challenging the British rule. Meanwhile, an Englishman, John Lang, keeps writing about the peaceful protests in India in his newspaper - The Mofussilite. Laxmibai too gets to hear about it. On the festive occasion of `Raksha Bandhan', Laxmibai gives Nelson the permission letter to meet her brothers. She is horrified to see Samar and Karma badly tortured and vows to have them freed soon. Nelson is furious reading John's articles praising the Indians, especially Laxmibai, so he flings it. Laxmibai picks it and Nelson taunts her about being uneducated. However, Malcolm and he are stunned to hear her speak in impeccable English.

1x265 - Episode 265

August 30, 2010

Nelson bribes Samar Singh with freedom by asking him to confess about Laxmibai's role in releasing him. However, Samar spits on Nelson. Nelson continues to torture Samar and Karma so much that they collapse. Laxmibai meets John Lang for the first time. She requests John to save Samar and Karma, and John agrees. John says that he needs secrecy and privacy, so Laxmibai replies that he would get it in her palace but only after seeking her king's permission. On the other hand, Gangadhar asks Raghunath to find out where Laxmibai has gone with Tatya Tope, and why. The subjects of Jhansi voice their grievances about the injustices inflicted by the new battalion, and about Jhansi being in deeper trouble because Gangadhar lacks an heir. Gangadhar promises to look into their problems personally. When he sees Laxmibai outside, he taunts her again about only Samar and Karma being everything to her. Laxmibai gets upset. She orders Tatya Tope to bring John to the palace at the earliest.

1x266 - Episode 266

August 31, 2010

When a British officer tries to kill a little boy, John manages to save him at the nick of time. John and the officer have a verbal duel. John threatens to take him to King Gangadhar's court. Laxmibai tries to explain that with Lang's help they will be able to free Samar Singh and Karma using the legal procedures of the British. Gangadhar tells her that they should be punished as they tried to blow up the British battalion in his presence. Laxmibai vows that not a single Englishman would remain in Jhansi, and even the new battalion would leave it! Laxmibai promises him that as long as she is alive, no harm would befall Jhansi. Meanwhile, John prepares a case against the atrocities of Nelson. Queen Laxmibai signs the documents. John narrates to Laxmibai how Nelson had destroyed his life as well. Hearing that Samar Singh and Karma are still alive, Nelson decides to burn them alive. However, Laxmibai arrives just then and warns Nelson to stop.

1x267 - Episode 267

September 1, 2010

When Nelson sees that it's John fighting Laxmibai's case, he reminds John about his license to practise law being revoked for 2 years. However, John retorts that the ban period was already over. Left with no choice, Nelson stops torturing Samar and Karma and asks his men to take them to their cell. Sakhubai, Jankibai and Lacho display fake concern and advise Gangadhar to remarry so that Jhansi is assured of an heir. Gangadhar gets furious and retorts that Jhansi will soon have an heir. Daima tells Gangadhar that if given healthy food and taken proper care of, the queen will be able to beget an heir soon. However, Gangadhar orders John to leave the palace at once. Laxmibai promises Gangadhar that they will win the case but Gangadhar replies that his decision remains firm. Not the one to give up easily, Laxmibai rings the bell to seek justice from the king and compels him to hear her plea.

1x268 - Episode 268

September 2, 2010

Laxmibai voices her plea to Gangadhar. She narrates the kind of mayhem that was unleashed by the British at Samar's sister's wedding, and the chain of events from that moment on till date. How the British had conspired at every step against Jhansi. Laxmibai demands justice from the King of Jhansi. However, he merely walks away without answering. Laxmibai is hurt and disappointed at his lack of trust in her. Gangadhar informs Raghunath that he will be setting off on a secretive journey. Laxmibai is surprised to hear that the king has gone away without even informing her. Moropant tells her that Gangadhar must have gone to remarry. Laxmibai is distraught hearing this and says that she doesn't deserve to stay in the palace anymore. However, she vows to remove the British battalion from Jhansi before leaving, even if it meant stepping over a queen's limits.

1x269 - Episode 269

September 3, 2010

Laxmibai tells Moropant that she did her duty as a queen when she saved Samar and Karma. Moropant chides her that she should have waited for Tatya Tope to free Samar and Karma. Laxmibai tells her father that she is equally shattered on losing her unborn child as any other mother would be. Laxmibai laments that Gangadhar has gone to remarry as he does not love or trust her anymore. Gangadhar is haunted by Laxmibai's pleas for justice. In the court proceedings against Samar and Karma, the lawyer builds a strong case. John Lang demands judicial custody of Samar and Karma. Samar and Karma thank Laxmibai. Laxmibai tells them that she will never let anything happen to them as they have to drive out the British battalion from Jhansi. Nelson meets the jailor and makes an evil plan. He plans to keep Samar and Karma with the most ferocious prisoners so that they will be killed and Nelson will not be blamed. He keeps Samar with Fateh Singh and Karma with Jwala, who are deadly and cruel criminals.

1x270 - Episode 270

September 6, 2010

Nelson keeps Samar and Karma with the two most notorious criminals, Fateh Khan and Jwala, in the prison. Nelson hopes that Samar and Karma will be killed by those men. Samar and Karma fight the ferocious men. John Lang assures Laxmibai that Samar and Karma will be safe in the Judicial Custody. Kundan blackmails Nelson for money. He threatens Nelson that he will tell Laxmibai about Captain Ross's real murderer. Nelson tells his soldiers to take Kundan away. Laxmibai sees Kundan being dragged by the British and wonders who he is. John Lang and Laxmibai are shocked when Nelson proves that Samar Singh has killed Captain Ross by providing Samar's necklace as proof. Laxmibai blames herself for not being a good wife to Gangadhar. She thinks that Gangadhar has gone to find himself a new wife. Gangadhar meets Lord Dalhousie to free Samar Singh and Karma.

1x271 - Episode 271

September 7, 2010

Gangadhar wants Samar Singh and Karma to be released. Lord Dalhousie refuses to get them released as he pleads helplessness. Gangadhar tells him that Jhansi will not bear the expenses of the army battalion stationed in Jhansi. Dalhousie is shocked. Samar Singh saves Karma when he is attacked in the prison grounds. Samar Singh is shocked when Kundan confesses to him that he stole the necklace on Nelson's behest. Kundan tells Samar and Karma that Nelson has killed Ross. In the court, Samar Singh and Karma try to signal a message to Laxmibai about the locket. Laxmibai is shocked when Nelson proves Samar Singh killed Captain Ross. When the judge is about to pronounce his sentence, Laxmibai asks the judge permission to seek blessings from Samar Singh. Samar manages to tell Laxmibai that Kundan is a witness who can prove his innocence.

1x272 - Episode 272

September 8, 2010

Samar manages to tell Laxmibai that Kundan is a witness who can prove his innocence. John Lang tells the court that they have a witness. Nelson challenges Laxmibai that their witness will not be able to reach the court. Laxmibai too warns him that he will be defeated. Laxmibai dreams that Gangadhar is getting married again and gets disturbed. Gangadhar accepts a marriage proposal from the royal family. Laxmibai gets the order of presenting Kundan in court. Nelson wants to shoot Kundan but the jailor stops him. The people of Jhansi come to know of Laxmibai's efforts to protect Samar and Karma. They too reach court in support of Laxmibai. When Laxmibai leaves for court, she sees servants carrying wedding gifts. She is hurt that Gangadhar is marrying again. Tatya Guru reminds Laxmibai of her purpose. Moropant is distressed that Gangadhar has accepted the proposal. Laxmibai wipes her tears and gets ready to go to the court.

1x273 - Episode 273

September 9, 2010

1x274 - Episode 274

September 10, 2010

The judge pronounces the verdict that Samar Singh be hanged until death for the murder of Captain Ross. While being taken to the prison Karma pleads to Nelson to hang him instead of Samar Singh. The shrewd Nelson offers to toss a coin to decide between Samar and Karma. Nelson taunts Laxmibai but she tells him that only time will prove who has won. The people hail Samar Singh. Gangadhar receives the news of Samar Singh's sentence and immediately leaves for Jhansi. Laxmibai picks up her sword and decides to teach the British a lesson. But then Motibai reminds her of her promise to Gangadhar. Laxmibai decides to use her intelligence to defeat the British and save Samar. Fateh Khan and Jwala too pray for Samar Singh. The prison inmates hail Samar Singh. Laxmibai wants to file an appeal in the court. The officer says that it is impossible as a lot of signatures would be required to file the appeal.

1x275 - Episode 275

September 13, 2010

Laxmibai wants to file an appeal in the court. The officer says that it is impossible as a lot of signatures would be required to file the appeal. At the palace, an Indian guard of the British jail comes to meet Laxmibai. He tells Laxmibai that the prisoners are ready to rise against the British. Laxmibai disguises as a soldier and meets Fateh Khan. Laxmibai inspires him to revolt against the British. Fateh Khan tells her that Kundan had told him how he had stolen the pendant from Samar Singh which he sold to Nelson. Nelson killed Captain Ross and kept the pendant in the dead body's hand. Laxmibai drafts a letter of appeal to pardon Samar and gets all the prisoners to sign the letter. The officer tells Lang and Laxmibai to wait till nine thirty am as that is when the court opens. Nelson comes to know of this and prepones Samar Singh's hanging. Laxmibai gets the stay order and rushes to the prison. Laxmibai is shocked to know that Nelson has already left to get Samar Singh executed.

1x276 - Episode 276

September 14, 2010

Laxmibai is shocked to know that Samar's execution has been preponed. Nelson shrugs off when he learns that the stay order has been passed. Laxmibai screams out Samar's name. Samar hears her voice and talks to her across the wall which separates them. Samar tells Laxmibai to rejoice on his death and to use his death as the first step towards kicking out the British battalion. Samar thanks her for showing her the true path. Laxmibai speaks to the people of Jhansi gathered outside the prison. She inspires the people to revolt against the British. Nelson asks Samar his last wish. Samar tells him that all the Indians will fulfill his last wish by kicking out the British from India. The people of Jhansi take to the streets in protest against the British. The British battalion is forced to flee when they see the horde of people attacking them. Samar is hanged.

1x277 - Episode 277

September 15, 2010

Laxmibai tells Gangadhar that she has fulfilled her promise of driving the British battalion out of Jhansi without bloodshed. Lord Dalhousie gets very angry that the battalion has been driven out by common people. He decides to send a political agent to Jhansi. Ellis is a British man who was well versed with Hindu customs. Samar Singh is cremated with full honours. Nelson comes to the cremation and tells Gangadhar that the British are angered by the driving away of the battalion. Gangadhar insults him and asks him to leave. Laxmibai apologises to Gangadhar and tells him that all that she has done has been for the good of Jhansi. A couple comes to Gangadhar's court begging for justice. The woman tells Gangadhar that her husband keeps on threatening to leave her. The man tells Gangadhar that his wife lost their child when she took a risk to save another child. Gangadhar is in a dilemma as he remembers Laxmibai's predicament when she too had done the same.

1x279 - Episode 279

September 17, 2010

Gangadhar asks Laxmibai if she agrees to the marriage. Laxmibai is heartbroken that Gangadhar is happy to remarry. Laxmibai is shocked when she comes to know that it is not Gangadhar who is the groom, but Nanasaheb. Gangadhar tells Laxmibai that no one can take her place in his life. Laxmibai gets angry that Gangadhar led her to believe that he was getting married. Gangadhar apologises to Laxmibai. Nanasaheb tells Laxmibai that Gangadhar had gone to Kanpur to meet Lord Dalhousie to get Samar Singh pardoned. Laxmibai realizes her mistake. Indu tells Laxmibai to win Gangadhar's heart with her beauty. Laxmibai dresses in all her finery. Gangadhar is mesmerized by Laxmibai's beauty. Gangadhar declares in the court that all administrative powers are given back to Laxmibai.

1x280 - Episode 280

September 20, 2010

Gangadhar declares in the court that all administrative powers are given back to Laxmibai. Gangadhar Rao announces in court that the idol of Ganapati will be consecrated by Laxmibai in the palace. Ellis plans to win over the confidence of the King of Jhansi. Nelson beats up the Indians who are celebrating the festival of 'Ganesh Chaturthi'. He bans the celebration of the festival. Laxmibai gets angry when she hears this. Ellis stops Nelson from committing atrocities on the Indians. Nelson leaves. Laxmibai arrives and she thinks Ellis is trying to stop the festivities. She warns Ellis. Daima's grand daughter, Ganga, wants to see the queen. Gangadhar Rao and Laxmibai are shocked when they get the news that the king of Sambalpur has passed away and that the East India Company will annex the state.

1x281 - Episode 281

September 21, 2010

Gangadhar Rao and Laxmibai are shocked when they get the news that the king of Sambalpur has passed away and that the East India Company will annex it. Jankibai taunts Laxmibai that they should think of Jhansi instead of Sambalpur. Gangadhar Rao gets angry at her comment and asks her to clarify. Jankibai taunts that what was most important at that moment was to get an heir for Jhansi. Laxmi Bai has no option but to keep quiet and bear the humiliation. Ellis tells Nelson that he has come to repair the image of East India Company. Laxmibai sees Ganga trying to climb the 'Malkhamb' pole. Daima pleads to Laxmibai to pardon Ganga's audacity. Laxmibai wants to show Ganga how to climb the 'malkhamb' but Ganga stops her. Ganga tells Laxmibai that the people of Jhansi say that because Laxmibai practices 'malkhamb", horse riding and sword fighting, she will never be able to give Jhansi its heir. Unfortunately, Gangadhar Rao too hears Ganga's words.

1x282 - Episode 282

September 22, 2010

Gangadhar is furious. Daima slaps Ganga. Laxmibai is upset. Jankibai too taunts Gangadhar that people will speak about the heirless queen. Gangadhar tells Laxmibai that people will talk and it is not wise to listen to them. Laxmibai tells Gangadhar that she vows to sacrifice everything to bear an heir for Jhansi. Daima and Ganga tremble with fear when they are summoned by Gangadhar. Laxmibai tells Gangadhar to forgive Ganga. Gangadhar tells Daima to live in the palace and take care of Laxmibai so that she can conceive. Ellis visits Gangadhar and tells him that Jhansi need not fear East India Company taking over. Ellis tells Gangadhar that he would love to take part in the religious ceremonies. Gangadhar is impressed by Ellis's interest in the Indian tradition and culture. During the 'aarti'(singing of the hymn), a lizard falls on Jankibai's hand and she throws the burning lamp in fear.

1x283 - Episode 283

September 23, 2010

Ganga saves Laxmibai from getting injured during the 'aarti'. Laxmibai thanks Ganga for saving her life. Laxmibai gives Ganga her jewels and new clothes. Ellis gets lost in the palace. Laxmibai pulls Ellis's leg when he mistakes Ganga as the Queen of Jhansi. Ganga tells Laxmibai that she had only heard about the greatness of the Queen and is very pleased that she witnessed it too. Hirabai, whom Gangadhar considers as his elder sister, comes to Jhansi. Hirabai tells Gangadhar that the British have taken over Sambalpur. She tells Gangadhar that he should have an heir to protect Jhansi as the British do not consider adopted children as legal heirs. Hirabai taunts Laxmibai for not having the heir of Jhansi yet.

1x284 - Episode 284

September 24, 2010

Hirabai tells Laxmibai that the British will annex Jhansi if there is no heir soon. Nelson tries to complain to Lord Dalhousie that Ellis is not following the British policy. Dalhousie tells Nelson that Ellis is doing what he is supposed to do and that Nelson should continue on his plan. Laxmibai is worried about being unable to give an heir to Jhansi. Gangadhar tells her that he is always with her and that everything will be alright. Hirabai again taunts Laxmibai about the heir to Jhansi. Laxmibai does not feel quite well. Daima examines her and tells Laxmibai that she's pregnant. Laxmibai is very happy and gives Gangadhar the good news. Gangadhar is very excited. Even Hirabai is very happy that Jhansi will get an heir. Jankibai and Nelson are upset on hearing the news of Laxmibai's pregnancy.

1x285 - Episode 285

September 27, 2010

Laxmibai asks Gangadhar not to announce about her pregnancy to the people of Jhansi till she completes three months. Dalhousie gets very upset when he hears the news of Laxmibai's pregnancy. He directs Nelson that Jhansi should never get an heir even if it means that Laxmibai should die. Hirabai tells Laxmibai that they should visit the temple of the Goddess. Nelson gets the news and sets a trap to kill Laxmibai. Ellis again mistakes Ganga to be the queen of Jhansi. When Laxmibai goes to pray to the idol placed by Nelson as a trap, she loses her balance and falls.

1x286 - Episode 286

September 28, 2010

Laxmibai falls when she goes to pray to the idol as Nelson had loosened the boulders. Ellis saves Laxmibai, but she faints. Nelson and Jankibai are upset. Gangadhar calls the royal physician. The royal physician says that though Laxmibai is hurt, she is not pregnant. Daima protests that she cannot be wrong. The royal physician tells that he is not mistaken. Hirabai gets very angry on Daima. Gangadhar is sad but he wonders how Laxmibai will react to the news.He also wonders who will tell Laxmibai that she is not pregnant. Laxmibai wants to organize a meal for children of the kingdom. Gangadhar does not have the heart to tell her that she is not pregnant.

1x287 - Episode 287

September 29, 2010

Ellis confronts Nelson that he tried to murder the Queen of Jhansi but Nelson denies it. Ellis warns Nelson that he will be watching him. Hirabai tells Gangadhar that he should tell Laxmibai that she is not pregnant. Gangadhar tells Hirabai that he will tell Laxmibai the truth. Gangadhar thanks Ellis for saving Laxmibai's life. Laxmibai hosts a meal for children to seek their blessings. Hirabai comes there and tells Laxmibai that she is not pregnant. Laxmibai is shocked. Laxmibai asks Gangadhar if Hirabai is speaking truth. Laxmibai becomes hysterical and is inconsolable. Laxmibai asks the royal physician if she is pregnant. The royal physician tells Laxmibai that she is not pregnant and she will not be able to conceive for a few years. Jankibai and Nelson celebrate that Laxmibai is not pregnant.

1x288 - Episode 288

September 30, 2010

Jankibai and Nelson rejoice the fact that Laxmibai and Gangadhar are distressed. Hirabai tells Laxmibai that just feeling sad will not help her. Hirabai takes Laxmibai to an astrologer to find out if Jhansi will get an heir in near future.The astrologer tells Hirabai that according Laxmibai's horoscope, she may die at a young age and may not beget an heir. Laxmibai is distraught that she will not be able to bear a child. Laxmibai sees an untrained horse and in her fury, she climbs the horse and gallops away. Gangadhar is worried and follows Laxmibai. Gangadhar finds Laxmibai and stops her. Gangadhar makes her understand that he loves her. Hirabai tells Laxmibai that there is another way to give Jhansi an heir. She tells Laxmibai to find another wife for Gangadhar who will give him an heir.

1x289 - Episode 289

October 1, 2010

Jankibai tells Hirabai not to emotionally blackmail Laxmibai into getting Gangadhar married again. Jankibai and Nelson make plans to destroy Laxmibai. Moropant worries that Laxmibai has to undergo such tribulations. Laxmibai tells Moropant that to save Jhansi from the British, she has decided that Jhansi will have an heir and for that Gangadhar will have to remarry. Nelson visits Gangadhar and tells him that Satara and Sambalpur were annexed as there was no heir in those states. Nelson tells that he is sure that Jhansi will definitely get an heir. Gangadhar tells him not to worry about Jhansi. Gangadhar tells Nelson that he is busy organizing a chess tournament with the statesmen of the other states. Nelson tells that he can even defeat Gangadhar in the game of chess. Laxmibai challenges him to a game of chess.

1x290 - Episode 290

October 4, 2010

Laxmibai tells Nelson that he can try to defeat the contestants at the chess tournament. Gangadhar tells Laxmibai that he believes that she will be the one who gives Jhansi an heir. Laxmibai tells Gangadhar to be extra careful at the chess tournament. She tells Gangadhar that she wants to play chess against Nelson. Gangadhar promises Laxmibai that he will give her whatever she wants if she defeats Nelson in chess. Nelson is pleased to see Laxmibai as his opponent. Laxmibai defeats Nelson in the game of chess. Laxmibai reminds Gangadhar of his promise and asks him to marry again.

1x291 - Episode 291

October 5, 2010

Gangadhar is shocked when Laxmibai asks him to marry again to give Jhansi an heir. Gangadhar is against remarrying. Laxmibai tries to reason with Gangadhar that Jhansi needs an heir. Laxmibai tries to commits suicide as Gangadhar refuses to marry again. Gangadhar stops her. Gangadhar goes to Motibai. Motibai is worried that Gangadhar is drowning himself in alcohol. He tells Motibai that Laxmibai has asked him to get remarried and that she was ready to sacrifice her life for Jhansi. Gangadhar agrees to marry again provided Laxmibai selects the bride and looks into the marriage preparations too. Laxmibai announces in the court about Gangadhar's second marriage and that she will select a bride for Gangadhar. Everyone is shocked.

1x292 - Episode 292

October 6, 2010

Laxmibai announces in the court about Gangadhar's second marriage and that she will select a bride for Gangadhar. Everyone is shocked. Even the people of Jhansi are shocked. Hirabai tells Laxmibai to get used to living away from Gangadhar. Lord Dalhousie gets very angry when he hears about Gangadhar's marriage. He orders Nelson to stop the marriage. Nelson assures Dalhousie that all this is according to their plan and that the new queen will be a puppet in their hands. Gangadhar is distressed when he sees all the proposals that have come for him. Laxmibai interviews the proposals that have come and rejects all of them. Hirabai tells Laxmibai that she is rejecting the proposals as she does not want to get Gangadhar married. Laxmibai and the royal ladies attend the immersion festival of Lord Ganesha. While playing around the lake, Siddesh accidently falls in it. Laxmibai tries to rescue him but her legs get stuck in the sand.

1x293 - Episode 293

October 7, 2010

Ganga saves Siddesh from drowning in the lake. While coming out of the lake, Ganga slips back into the water. Gangadhar saves Ganga from drowning. Laxmibai feels that Ganga is the right bride for Gangadhar. Laxmibai asks the royal physician if Ganga is physically fit to become a mother. Laxmibai asks Ganga about her birth time and place. With this information, she visits the priest who tells Laxmibai that Ganga's horoscope matched with that of Gangadhar Rao and the earliest that they could marry was within ten days. Jankibai and Nelson are tensed as they don't understand what Laxmibai was up to. Ganga is distressed when Laxmibai asks her if she would like to become a queen. Ganga collides with Gangadhar when she runs away. Gangadhar is shocked when Laxmibai tells him that she wants Ganga to be the queen of Jhansi.

1x294 - Episode 294

October 8, 2010

Laxmibai convinces Gangadhar Rao that Ganga is fit to become the queen of Jhansi. Gangadhar Rao remains unconvinced and points out that Ganga is not from a royal family. Laxmibai counters him by telling him that even she did not hail from a prominent family. But Gangadhar walks away. Moropant tries to console Laxmibai. Laxmibai tells Daima that she seriously wants Ganga to become the queen of Jhansi. Laxmibai convinces Ganga to accept the proposal. Laxmibai is happy when Ganga accepts. Laxmibai announces in the court that Ganga will be Gangadhar's bride. While announcing to the court about the new queen, Laxmibai faints. Daima discovers that Laxmibai is actually pregnant. Daima comes to know that the royal physician and Jankibai have conspired to hide Laxmibai's pregnancy for their own selfish plans. Jankibai warns Daima not to speak about it to anyone.

1x295 - Episode 295

October 11, 2010

Jankibai offers Daima wealth to keep her mouth shut. Daima refuses to be party to Jankibai's crimes. Jankibai threatens to harm Ganga if she does not comply. Daima gets angry and slaps Jankibai. But Daima dares not speak before Gangadhar. Gangadhar is very upset that Laxmibai is not well. Ganga walks in Laxmibai's room. Gangadhar gets furious at her. Ganga gets nervous and accidentally breaks the statue of Laxmibai made by Gangadhar. Jankibai locks up Daima in the dungeon and threatens to ruin Ganga if she ever tries to speak the truth. Gangadhar gets angry on Ganga again when she disrupts his archery practice. Ganga pleads to Gangadhar that she is not worthy of becoming his queen. She begs Gangadhar not to marry her. Gangadhar tells Ganga that she can never take Laxmibai's place. Laxmibai is pleased to see Gangadhar and Ganga talk to each other.

1x296 - Episode 296

October 12, 2010

Laxmibai introduces Ganga to the people of Jhansi. The people are shocked to know this. Nelson refers to Ganga as the queen of Jhansi and taunts Laxmibai indirectly. He expresses his hope that the future queen will comply with the wishes of the British. Ganga imagines herself being hailed as the Queen of Jhansi. Jankibai taunts Ganga to stop imagining. Jankibai tells Ganga that Laxmibai is pregnant. Ganga wants to give the news to Laxmibai. Jankibai tells Ganga that her grandmother, Daima, is in captivity and advices her to do as Jankibai bids her. Jankibai takes Ganga to the dungeon where Daima is held captive. Daima tells Ganga to remember the favors bestowed by Laxmibai on them. She tells Ganga to tell the truth to Laxmibai about her pregnancy. Jankibai tempts Ganga with the opulence that she will miss if she speaks the truth. Ganga is caught in a dilemma.

1x297 - Episode 297

October 13, 2010

Ganga promises Daima that she will stand by Laxmibai and tell her the truth. Laxmibai tells Hirabai that she will let Ganga her wedding sari. Hirabai tells her not to do so. Laxmibai replies that she is going to share Gangadhar so it is better that she share the wedding attire too. Hirabai praises her sacrifice for Jhansi. Jankibai threatens to kill Daima if Ganga does not do as she is told. Laxmibai is busy with the prenuptial ceremony while Ganga is still caught in the dilemma. Gangadhar refuses to go through the whole prenuptial ceremony. Jankibai tells Ganga that Gangadhar should never get an heir. Laxmibai and Hirabai overhear Jankibai trying to tell something to Ganga. Hirabai warns Jankibai not to cross the path of Queen Laxmibai. Laxmibai asks Ganga about Daima.

1x298 - Episode 298

October 14, 2010

Ganga is in a dilemma when Laxmibai asks her about Daima. Ganga is moved by Laxmibai's goodness. Laxmibai feels nauseated when she is performing the rituals. Moropant prays to the Gods to protect Laxmibai. Sunder goes to fetch the royal physician as Laxmibai is not feeling well. The royal physician gives Sunder poison to terminate her pregnancy. Sunder makes Laxmibai drink the poison assuming it to be medicine. Laxmibai drinks the potion. Laxmibai dreams of a child pleading her to save him. Jankibai rewards the royal physician and asks him to leave the kingdom. Laxmibai vomits the potion. Indu is concerned about Laxmibai's health. Gangadhar tells Laxmibai that they can adopt a son, but Laxmibai insists that Jhansi will get an heir through Gangadhar. Gangadhar insists that Laxmibai should be present at all the rituals of the wedding otherwise he will call off the wedding. Laxmibai promises to be at Gangadhar's side throughout the wedding.

1x299 - Episode 299

October 15, 2010

Laxmibai convinces Gangadhar Rao to carryout the ceremonies. She inscribes Ganga's name on Gangadhar Rao's hands with henna. Laxmibai helps Ganga get ready as a bride. Ganga is moved by Laxmibai's generosity. Indu and the other ladies of the court are moved by Laxmibai's sacrifice. Ganga is saddened when the design of henna on her hand is of a light colour as it signifies that her husband does not love her. Gangadhar meets Ganga and thanks her for accepting the proposal. But he tells Ganga that he will never love her as only Laxmibai is his only love. Ganga's conscience asks her to speak the truth about Laxmibai's pregnancy. She decides not to marry Gangadhar but Jankibai tells Ganga to think about the grandeur and splendor of becoming a queen. Ganga is lured by the greed of becoming a queen. Laxmibai dresses up Ganga with her own ornaments. Ganga is led to the wedding alter by Laxmibai.

1x300 - Episode 300

October 18, 2010

To Gangadhar's horror, Laxmi Bai asks for the garlands. Moropant refuses to do the 'kanyadaan'. Amidst the sombre atmosphere, Laxmi Bai volunteers to perform the 'kanyadaan' and ties the knot for Gangadhar and Ganga. Gangadhar and Ganga's marriage rituals begin, and Laxmi Bai feels unwell. She quietly slips out of the palace to find the chief doctor. To her surprise, she finds him with a British officer and stops him. Upon questioning, he gives her the news of her pregnancy.

1x301 - Episode 301

October 19, 2010

Gangadhar looks for Laxmi Bai. Ganga revels in her new identity. Laxmi Bai shares the news about her pregnancy with Moropant and he reveals it at the ceremony. A wave of happiness spreads amongst all except for Ganga and Janki Bai. Gangadhar wants to untie the marital knot, but Laxmi Bai objects. Hira Bai supports Gangadhar's decision. Laxmi Bai apologises to an aggrieved Ganga. Laxmi Bai realises that there is a conspiracy against her. Gangadhar wants to enquire about the person behind it.

1x302 - Episode 302

October 20, 2010

Janki Bai is scared of being exposed. Gangadhar and Laxmi Bai leave to meet the chief doctor. To her relief, Janki Bai discovers his dead body. Nelson wipes the chief doctor's blood from the knife and vows to kill Laxmi Bai's unborn child. Gangadhar orders an investigation. Ganga breaks down and, unable to bear people's jibes, decides to end her life. Laxmi Bai saves her and apologises to her. The palace celebrates the good news. Hira Bai is happy to see an elated Gangadhar playing the 'dhol'.

1x303 - Episode 303

October 21, 2010

Gangadhar dances with Laxmi Bai. A distressed Ganga watches the celebrations. Nelson arrives to congratulate the couple, but Hira Bai sends him away. A veiled Ganga attacks Laxmi Bai in her chambers and, using dubious means, escapes. Ganga sends Kashi and Sunder away and volunteers to stay with Laxmi Bai as her trusted aide. Laxmi Bai questions Ganga about Daai Maa and decides not to tell Gangadhar about the attack. Hira Bai advises her otherwise. A seething Ganga decides to avenge her insult.

1x304 - Episode 304

October 22, 2010

Wounded by broken dreams and people's jibes, Ganga tells Janki Bai that she will find a way to become the Queen of Jhansi. Hira Bai informs Gangadhar about the attack on Laxmi Bai. Laxmi Bai seeks Gangadhar's permission to form a Nari Sena, consisting of her aides who would look after her and her child's security. Laxmi Bai calls all the ladies and motivates them to start the practice and gently refuses Ganga's request to be her personal trainer. Ganga coaxes Tatya Tope to become her teacher.

1x305 - Episode 305

October 25, 2010

Motivating her Nari Sena, Laxmi Bai starts their training. She questions Sunder about Ganga's whereabouts. Hira Bai tells her not to trust Ganga. Ganga begins her vigorous training with Tatya Tope, who guides her to purify her senses and focus on her target to control her anger. Undeterred by her injuries and tiredness, a determined Ganga perseveres. Gangadhar decides to eat with Laxmi Bai and her Nari Sena. Laxmi Bai silences Nelson's taunts. Ganga lies to Laxmi Bai about her injury.

1x306 - Episode 306

October 26, 2010

On seeing Laxmi Bai's discomfort while training, Gangadhar decides to hold a training session with Nari Sena. Ganga diverts Tatya Tope's attention to stop him from disclosing her truth to Laxmi Bai. Tatya Tope begins Ganga's training in swordsmanship. Gangadhar draws a sketch of Laxmi Bai with the unborn baby. To test the Nari Sena, Gangadhar orders his men to disguise themselves as dacoits and attack them. He decides to reward them accordingly. Janki Bai and Nelson plan to ruin the Nari Sena.

1x307 - Episode 307

October 27, 2010

Ganga fakes her dedication by showing Laxmi Bai's statue made by her to Tatya Tope. Under the pretext of Laxmi Bai's safety, Ganga compels Tatya Tope to teach her the technique, which even Laxmi Bai does not know. Gangadhar apprises his men about the challenge and warns them not to injure the Nari Sena. At Hira Bai's behest, Laxmi Bai visits the cows' shelter for a puja. Seizing this opportunity, Ganga leaves a snake to create unrest amongst the cows. A veiled Ganga faces Laxmi Bai with a sword.

1x308 - Episode 308

October 28, 2010

Ganga attacks Laxmi Bai. Nelson's men kill Gangadhar's men and attack the Nari Sena. The valiant Nari Sena overpowers Nelson's men, and Gangadhar is impressed. Seeing Laxmi Bai's statue lying on the ground makes Tatya Tope realise Ganga's deceit. Laxmi Bai is shocked to see Ganga's unveiled face. Tatya Tope wants to hack Ganga's arms. A repentant Ganga reveals being misled and kills herself. Janki Bai is relieved that Ganga died before disclosing her involvement in Daai Maa's disappearance.

1x309 - Episode 309

October 29, 2010

Expressing his admiration for the Nari Sena, Gangadhar gifts each warrior a sword. Janki Bai shares the news of Ganga's death with Nelson. Gangadhar decides to accompany Laxmi Bai, who insists on going to Bithur to meet Bajirao, whose ill health is a cause of concern. Ellis overhears Nelson and Manson, his brother, hatching a plot to ambush Laxmi Bai's travel party and stop Gangadhar from travelling with her. Nelson apprises Gangadhar about the riots in Jhansi and stops him from leaving.

1x310 - Episode 310

November 1, 2010

Gangadhar appoints Tatya Tope for Laxmi Bai's security and sends her to Bithur. The members of a social group, the Shudras, revolt against discrimination. Finding an obstruction en route to Bithur, Tatya Tope goes to check the alternate way and is thrown into the quicksand. Manson's men overpower the palace's soldiers. Laxmi Bai uses her presence of mind and, while keeping the soldiers at bay, rescues Tatya Tope. Ellis comes to their aid and gives Laxmi Bai an assurance regarding her protection.

1x311 - Episode 311

November 2, 2010

An ailing Bajirao senses Laxmi Bai's arrival. Laxmi Bai pays respect to her motherland and is warmly welcomed by the people of Bithur. Bajirao and Laxmi Bai spend some nostalgic moments together and decide to crown Nana Saheb as the ruler of Bithur. Manson welcomes Campbell to Bithur. Following Dalhousie's instructions of not acknowledging the adopted son Nana Saheb as the rightful heir of Bithur, Manson interrupts the crowning ceremony. Meanwhile, Campbell readies his troops for an attack.

1x312 - Episode 312

November 3, 2010

Unable to bear the grief of Bithur being taken over by the British, the ailing Bajirao breathes his last. Giving 24 hours to surrender, Manson leaves the palace. Demanding tax, Manson does not allow Nana Saheb to immerse Bajirao's ashes in the river. Laxmi Bai declares war. To protect her unborn child, Vahini Saheb asks Laxmi Bai not to fight but be with Nana Saheb, who would take the lead. With an undying fire to protect his motherland, Nana Saheb faces Campbell and brings him down.

1x313 - Episode 313

November 4, 2010

Campbell attacks Tatya Tope, and Tatya Tope beheads him. Manson insults the ashes of Bajirao. Tatya Tope catches his leg which he aims to use to kick the urn of the ashes. Laxmi Bai mounts a horse and whisks the urn away and punishes Manson by cutting the very leg he had used to try to kick the urn. Bithur wins the war, and Laxmi Bai crowns Nana Saheb as the Peshwa of Bithur. Nana Saheb urges her to immerse Bajirao's ashes in the river. Moropant blesses Laxmi Bai for saving Bithur and Jhansi.

1x314 - Episode 314

November 5, 2010

Nana Saheb is welcomed at the court of Bithur as the new Peshwa. He expresses his gratitude to Laxmi Bai for making this possible. Laxmi Bai leaves Bithur amidst tears. To manage the unrest in Jhansi, Gangadhar calls Rao Dulhajo for his advice, but Sanjay Lohar's refusal to acknowledge Gangadhar as the king creates a worrisome situation. Nelson asks an angry Sanjay Lohar to create lawlessness which would give an excuse to the British to prove Gangadhar's incapability and take over Jhansi.

1x315 - Episode 315

November 8, 2010

Laxmi Bai prays for Gangadhar's safety. Janki Bai meets Nelson and determines to oust Gangadhar. Sanjay Lohar, along with his social group, protests in front of the palace. Gangadhar punishes him and the others. Jhansi is on fire, and Nelson instructs his men to escalate the situation. Laxmi Bai is appalled to see her Jhansi burning and threatens Nelson with dire consequences. Nelson is livid to see Manson's condition, and both of them plan to kill Laxmi Bai. Laxmi Bai vows to fight Nelson.

1x316 - Episode 316

November 9, 2010

Laxmi Bai opposes Rao Dulhajo's opinion of giving harsh punishment to the rebels. Sanjay Lohar's proposal for a peace talk and his demand for Gangadhar to come alone and unarmed surprises Laxmi Bai, who volunteers to go in his stead. Rao Dulhajo offers to accompany her. Laxmi Bai is attacked by Sanjay Lohar and his men. Rao Dulhajo is Nelson's accomplice. Narsingh Rao's warning about Rao Dulhajo's attitude makes Gangadhar suspicious. Gangadhar rescues an injured Laxmi Bai.

1x317 - Episode 317

November 10, 2010

Nelson instructs Rao Dulhajo to kill Laxmi Bai and Gangadhar. Gangadhar takes an unconscious Laxmi Bai to a hut and goes out to look for water. Gangadhar is attacked, and Rao Dulhajo sets the hut on fire. A grief-stricken Moropant is comforted by Tatya Tope and Chimna Bai. A broken-hearted Gangadhar sits outside the destroyed hut waiting to share the evening meal with Laxmi Bai. Moropant urges him to return to the palace. The British celebrate their victory. Daai Maa rescues Laxmi Bai.

1x318 - Episode 318

November 11, 2010

Having overheard Nelson and Manson's conspiracy, Daai Maa saves Laxmi Bai's life. Six months pass, and Laxmi Bai remains unconscious. Rao Dulhajo instigates a hopeless Gangadhar against Jhansi and convinces him to give up the throne. Nelson imprisons Janki Bai. A desolate Gangadhar shares his decision of self-immolation with his ministers. Laxmi Bai regains consciousness and is in labour. Raghunath lights the self-immolation pyre. Jhansi's annexation order comes in Nelson's hands.

1x319 - Episode 319

November 12, 2010

A delighted Nelson watches Gangadhar on the lit pyre and leaves to execute the takeover of Jhansi. Laxmi Bai delivers the crown prince of Jhansi and expresses her indebtedness to Daai Maa. Gangadhar is overjoyed on seeing Laxmi Bai arrive on horseback with their child. Nelson and Ellis reach the palace with their troops. A smug Nelson taunts Raghunath and is shocked to see Gangadhar alive. The bigger shock comes in the form of Laxmi Bai and the crown prince. Laxmi Bai tears the annexation order.

1x320 - Episode 320

November 15, 2010

Jhansi celebrates the arrival of its crown prince. Dalhousie is angry with Nelson, and an apologetic Nelson promises to kill the crown prince. As a gesture of gratitude, Gangadhar confers the highest civilian honour on Daai Maa. Janki Bai escapes from British captivity and confesses her crime. At Laxmi Bai's request, Gangadhar does not punish her. The crown prince's naming ceremony is planned. Sunder goes to fetch milk for the ceremony, and Lachchu Bai feeds poisonous milk to an infant.

1x321 - Episode 321

November 16, 2010

Wanting justice, the aggrieved mother of the poisoned infant comes to the palace. Janki Bai takes the milk for the ceremony from Sunder. Disguised as a 'dhol' player, Lachchu Bai enters the palace with the poisoned milk. Nelson informs Manson about Lachchu Bai and Janki Bai being bought over and the plan. Laxmi Bai proclaims the name of the crown prince as Damodar Rao, and everyone blesses the prince. Ellis brings a gift too. During Moti Bai's performance, Sunder whispers in Laxmi Bai's ear.

1x322 - Episode 322

November 17, 2010

As the ceremony begins of bathing Damodar with milk, Nelson, Lachchu Bai and Janki Bai impatiently await his death. To their shock, Damodar is unaffected, and Laxmi Bai exposes Janki Bai. Nari Sena's vigilant watch on Janki Bai and the infant's death alerted Laxmi Bai. Moti Bai had also shared her suspicions about the 'dhol' player with Laxmi Bai. Gangadhar makes Janki Bai drink the poisoned milk, and she dies. Before breathing her last, Janki Bai states that she is not alone in this conspiracy.

1x323 - Episode 323

November 18, 2010

Lachchu Bai escapes, but Janki Bai exposes Nelson. Gangadhar forces Dalhousie to apologise and, taking away Nelson's badges, Dalhousie sends him back to England. Ellis is made the in-charge of Jhansi. Laxmi Bai's obsessive measures for Damodar's security worry Gangadhar. Unaware of Rao Dulhajo's reality, Gangadhar gives him the responsibility for the security of Damodar's travel to the temple for the ear-piercing ceremony. Lachchu Bai and Rao Dulhajo await the chance to execute their plan.

1x324 - Episode 324

November 19, 2010

Jhansi's royal procession leaves for the temple. As per the rules of the temple, no weapons are allowed inside the premises. While the ceremony is underway, Nelson and his men replace the swords with broken ones. The priest declares negative planetary influences in Damodar's stars. On the way back, Ellis feels something is wrong and finds some dead bodies. The royal party braves the attackers as they are weaponless. Laxmi Bai and Vasudha, along with their kids, take shelter with some eunuchs.

1x325 - Episode 325

November 22, 2010

While Laxmi Bai fights with the attackers, Lachchu Bai overpowers Vasudha. She slashes her throat and takes Damodar with her. Burning with revenge, Lachchu Bai digs the ground to bury Damodar and is shocked to see Anand Rao's name written on his arm. A dying Vasudha tells Laxmi Bai that she has sacrificed her son for Jhansi. Laxmi Bai rescues Anand Rao from Lachchu Bai. An angry Gangadhar arrives with his men and orders for Lachchu Bai to be buried alive.

1x326 - Episode 326

November 23, 2010

To repay her debt of gratitude to Vasudha, Laxmi Bai adopts Anand Rao. Nelson arrives at the court disguised as Sage Sudarshan and gives a box with a fake snake, which camouflages a real snake. He gives it for Damodar's protection and asks for it to be placed by the side of his cot. At night, Nelson has someone play the snake-charmer's instrument, which disturbs Anand Rao. Laxmi Bai and Gangadhar try to pacify him. The snake from the box gets activated and bites Damodar.

1x327 - Episode 327

November 24, 2010

Nelson kills the snake so that it cannot be used to remove Damodar's poison. All the snake charmers of Jhansi play their instruments in an attempt to bring the snake back. Seeing Damodar's critical condition, the palace doctor suggests the use of an allopathic antidote. Nelson breaks the last bottle of the antidote and threatens the doctor. Ellis is informed about the presence of Nelson in Jhansi. Laxmi Bai and Tatya Tope arrive at the clinic and, with the aid of Ellis, look for the antidote.

1x328 - Episode 328

November 25, 2010

Laxmi Bai finds a bottle of the antidote, which the doctor terms a miracle, but it is too late. Damodar breathes his last. Moropant reminds a grief-stricken Gangadhar about his duty as a husband and as a king. Laxmi Bai and Gangadhar recall Damodar's short life. Vahini Saheb asks Gangadhar to have patience. Damodar is given his last bath. Gangadhar takes Damodar's foot and hand prints and takes him to perform the last rites. Laxmi Bai breaks down, and Nelson rejoices at his victory.