Akbar’s voice echoes, cold and possessive, as he commands Anarkali, reminding her of her place within the harem. In Taj: Divided by Blood, Naseeruddin Shah’s portrayal of Akbar delivers this chilling ...
Commemorating Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's 370th death anniversary, a three-day 'urs' began at the Taj Mahal. Opening the basement tomb and offering 'chadar' on the graves of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz ...
Aurangzeb can be compared to previous Mughal emperors including Shah Jahan who is known for ordering the construction of the Taj Mahal complex. Emperor Akbar, known as Akbar the Great, ruled ...
Symbol of Devotion – Devotees believe that a longer chadar signifies greater reverence for the Mughal emperor and his legacy. Custom of Outdoing the Previous Year – A tradition has developed where ...
If anyone knew how to flaunt luxury, it was Emperor Shah Jahan—the man behind the Taj Mahal. His necklaces were next-level, and one of the most famous was a massive necklace adorned with diamonds, ...
This major exhibition at the V&A assembles a dizzying array of objects and artwork commissioned by the era’s most famous emperors to tell the story of their dynasty.