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      • ‘Maharaj’ is a historical adaption of Saurabh Shah’s 2013 novel of an 1862 Libel case filed by Jadunathjee Brajratanjee Maharaj against Karsandas Mulji based on an article he published in the Satyaprakash newspaper titled ‘Hinduo No Asli Dharam Ane Atyar Na Pakhandi Mato.’
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    Jul 4, 2024 · The primary antagonist of ‘Maharaja,’ Jadunath Brijratan, was a real religious leader of the Vaishnavite Pushtimarg sect who filed a libel case against Karsandas in 1862. In the narrative, Jadunath extracts sexual favors from female devotees, including Karsandas’ fiance, Kishori, in the name of tradition and social practices.

  4. www.thebetterindia.com › 352892 › inspiration-behindReal Story Behind Netflix's 'Maharaj': When a Reporter Took ...

    Jun 12, 2024 · Netflix’s upcoming period drama ‘Maharaj’ is based on the real-life 1862 Maharaj Libel Case, where journalist Karsandas Mulji exposed the alleged sexual misconduct of a religious leader. Here’s how Karsandas won the sensational trial.

  5. www.indiatimes.com › entertainment › celebsWho was Jadunathji Brijratanji aka JJ, the real-life ...

    Jun 26, 2024 · Is the Maharaj movie based on a true story? Overall, "Maharaj" highlights the story of Jadunathji Brijratanji Maharaj and his clash with reformer Karsandas Mulji. For more news and updates from the world of celebrities from Bollywood and Hollywood, keep reading Indiatimes Entertainment.

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  6. www.bollywoodshaadis.com › articles › netflixNetflix's Maharaj's Real Story: Who Was Jadunathji ...

    Jun 27, 2024 · Both the characters are real, and the film is based on the infamous Maharaj Libel Case of 1862. Jaideep Ahlawat and Junaid Khan's characters in Maharaj: Know the truth about Jadunathji Brijratanji Maharaj and Karsandas Mulji.

  7. www.shethepeople.tv › film-theatre › maharaj-onTrue Story Of 1862 Maharaj Libel Case That Inspired Film ...

    Jun 25, 2024 · The film Maharaj, based on the ''greatest trial of modern times since the trial of Warren Hastings,'' is generating curiosity among the audience. What is the real story behind it?

  8. www.truescoopnews.com › newsdetail › maharaj-trueMaharaj True Story: Who was real-life Jadunathji Brijratanji ...

    Jun 28, 2024 · Netflix's movie Maharaj is based on the true events of the infamous Maharaj Libel Case of 1862 in which Junaid Khan is playing the character of journalist Karsandas Mulji.

  9. funniestindian.com › the-true-story-behindThe True Story Behind Netflix’s “Maharaj”: Who Were ...

    Jun 27, 2024 · Following its release, “Maharaj” received positive reviews, particularly for Junaid Khan’s acting and Jaideep Ahlawat’s transformation. The film is based on the 1862 Maharaj Libel Case, involving real-life figures Jadunathji Brijratanji Maharaj and journalist Karsandas Mulji.