The series is an onscreen adaptation of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s novel of the same name. Bankim Chandra’s work called for a resurgent India that resisted the oppression of the British Empire through the strength of the common people, based on traditional Indian values of austerity, dedication, and selflessness. He placed a female protagonist at the centre of the struggle, fighting against the tyranny of oppressive zamindars and the British Raj.
Synopsis
Based on the novel by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, the series follows the journey of Prafulla, an innocent young woman who transforms into Devi Chaudhurani, a formidable bandit queen.
The show portrays Prafulla’s evolution from an ordinary village girl into an iconic leader and legendary warrior. As Debi Chaudhurani, she becomes the saviour of the poor, revered and respected by all. She wages battle against the British Empire and cruel zamindars, inspiring women to break purdah and join the struggle for independence. Prafulla’s transformation into a figure feared by the British and admired by her people has resonated with Bengali audiences across generations. Depicted as a revered leader, moral guide, and embodiment of austerity and selflessness, Debi Chaudhurani remains a powerful symbol of Bengali womanhood.
Cast
Sonamoni Saha as Prafullamukhi Rai ("Prafulla") / Debi Chaudhurani – Titular protagonist
Rahul Mazumdar as Brojeswar Rai ("Brojo") – Prafulla’s husband
Sujan Mukhopadhyay as Haraballabh Rai – Greedy zamindar; Brojo’s father and Prafulla’s father-in-law
Awrkojyoti Roy as Kartiar Saheb – British officer
Sudip Sarkar as Sardar – A dacoit in Bhavani Pathak’s troop
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