Jagriti: Ek Nayi Subah

Jagriti: Ek Nayi Subah is an Indian Hindi-language television drama series that premiered 16 September 2024 on Zee TV. It is produced by Gurodev Bhalla under Gurodev Bhalla Productions, it stars Rachana Mistry and Vijayendra Kumeria in lead roles.

The show explores themes of social injustice, discrimination, courage, and the pursuit of a better future, revolving around the life of Jagriti, a young girl from the marginalized "Chitta" community in the fictional town of Mokshgarh, Jharkhand. The Chitta community is unjustly branded as 'criminal' from birth by the oppressive and powerful landlord Kalikant Thakur. The community is denied basic rights, including education, and is forced into a life of crime and labor.^[1][2]

The story begins with seven-year-old Jagriti, who bravely questions the injustices faced by her people. She refuses to accept the societal branding and the tyrannical rule of Kalikant Thakur. Her relentless quest for dignity and rights for her community often puts her in conflict with the landlord and his authority.

The narrative takes a 12-year leap, with an adult Jagriti. After a traumatic childhood, she has been adopted into a wealthy family and has forgotten her past. She has now dedicated herself to becoming an IPS Officer, aspiring to fight for justice and make a difference in society.^[3]

In college, she clashes frequently with Suraj Thakur, the arrogant elder son of powerful landlord Kalikant Thakur. Despite their ongoing rivalry, there's an underlying tension between them. Jagriti, however, falls in love with Akash Thakur, Suraj’s younger brother, and they are set to marry. On the day of the wedding, Sapna, who has loved Akash since childhood, switches places with Jagriti. As a result, Sapna marries Akash, and Jagriti unknowingly marries Suraj.

Shortly after, Akash, enraged by the switch, attempts to force himself on Jagriti, but Suraj intervenes and saves her. This marks a turning point in Jagriti’s perception of Suraj. In the aftermath, as she begins to unravel buried memories, Jagriti gradually rediscovers her true identity and her roots in the Chitta community.

Determined to fight the injustice she was born into, she sets her sights on becoming an IPS officer. Suraj undergoes a dramatic transformation, turning against his corrupt father and becoming Jagriti’s strongest supporter. With his help, she clears the UPSC exam and returns to Mokshgarh as a symbol of justice and reform. Upon her return, Jagriti arrests Kalikant Thakur and presents compelling evidence against him in court. During his transfer to another facility, Kalikant is shot by Akash and falls into a coma, intensifying the conflict.

Over time, the deep bond formed through shared struggle and trust blossoms into love. Jagriti and Suraj fall for each other only after she becomes an IPS officer. When Jagriti is targeted in a bomb attack, Suraj saves her life, cementing their emotional connection. They soon remarry, this time by choice and mutual love.

After their remarriage, Jagriti and Suraj’s relationship faces turmoil when Sapna claims she is pregnant with Suraj’s child. Unknown to others, Akash is the real father and is blackmailing Sapna, threatening to kill the unborn child if she reveals the truth. Jagriti and Suraj eventually uncovers the deception, exposes Akash, and confirms the child’s true paternity. The revelation strengthens their bond and further isolates Akash.

Meanwhile, a major twist unfolds when Kalikant Thakur, previously in a coma, regains consciousness. To regain control over his empire without drawing suspicion, he kills his twin brother, Shashikant, and assumes his identity. Operating from the shadows, Kalikant resumes his manipulation and schemes, further endangering Jagriti’s mission and reigniting conflict in Mokshgarh.

• Rachana Mistry as IPS officer Jagriti "Jaggu" Bahl Thakur: Geeta and Harish's daughter; Sapna's half-sister; Bhairav's adopted daughter; Rohan's adoptive sister; Suraj's wife (2025–present)
  • Asmi Deo as young Jagriti (2024–2025)
• Vijayendra Kumeria as Suraj Thakur: Kalikant and Ganga's elder son; Akash's brother; Arjun and Avni's half-brother; Jagriti's husband (2025–present)
  • Aalok Shaw as young Suraj (2024–2025)

• Aarya Babbar as double role
  • Kalikant Thakur: Shashikant's twin brother; Ganga and Kalindi's husband; Suraj, Akash, Arjun and Avni's father (2024–present)
  • Dr. Shashikant "Shashi" Thakur: Kalikant's twin brother; Sudha's husband; Jojo's father (2025)
• Anjali Banerjee as Ganga Thakur: Kalikant's first wife; Suraj and Akash's mother (2024–present)
• Anupama Solanki as Sudha Thakur: Shashikant's widow; Jojo's mother (2025)
• Purva Pathak as Jojo Thakur: Sudha and Shashikant's daughter; Suraj, Akash, Arjun and Avni's cousin (2025–present)
• Asma Badar as Kalindi Thakur: Kalikant's second wife; Arjun and Avni's mother (2025–present)
  • Revathi Iyer as Young Kalindi (2024–2025)
• Sagar Parekh as Akash Thakur: Kalikant and Ganga's younger son; Suraj's brother; Sapna's husband (2025–present)
  • Harish Kaushal as young Akash (2024–2025)
• Pranali Singh Parihar as Sapna Thakur: Geeta and Amol's daughter; Jagriti's half-sister; Akash's wife (2025–present)
  • Siyal Singh as young Sapna (2024)
• Vihaan Thakkar as Arjun Thakur: Kalikant and Kalindi's son; Avni's brother; Suraj and Akash's half-brother; Jojo's cousin (2025–present)
• Sanchi Singh as Avni Thakur: Kalikant and Kalindi's daughter; Arjun's sister; Suraj and Akash's half-sister; Jojo's cousin (2025–present)
• Vishnu Latawa as Ghungroo: Suraj's best friend (2024–2025) (Dead)
• Muskaan Sharma as Dimple: Sapna's friend (2024)
• Pankti Rathore as Simple: Sapna's friend (2024)
• Prachi Thakur as Kachori: Jagriti's childhood best friend (2025–present)
• Vijhay Badlaani as IPS officer Anmol: Geeta's husband; Sapna's father (2024–2025)
• Yash Gera as Harish: Geeta's husband; Jagriti's father (2024–2025)
• Titiksha Shrivastava as Advocate Geeta Singh: Harish's ex-lover; Anmol and Amar's widow; Jagriti and Sapna's mother; Amitabh's step-mother (2024–2025)/(2025) (Dead)
• Unknown as Amar Singh: Geeta's second husband; Amitabh's father (2025) (Dead)
• Vansh Sayani as Amitabh Singh: An army officer; Amar's son; Geeta's step-son (2025) (Dead)
• Himani Sharma as Nanda (2024–2025)
• Prakhar Saxena as Durjan (2024–2025)
• Aarti Bhavsar as Bindi: Harish's love-interest; Jagriti and Kachori's mother-figure (2024–present)
• Maahi Kamla as Jhumpa (2024–2025)
• Vishesh Gupta as Raaka (2024–2025)
• Puneet Channa as Ballu (2024–2025)
• Saurabh Agarwal as Bhairav Bahl: Malti's widower; Rohan's father; Jagriti's adoptive father (2025)
• Unknown as Rohan Bahl: Bhairav and Malti's son; Jagriti's adoptive brother; Suman's husband (2025)
• Unknown as Suman Bahl: Rohan's wife (2025)

Namish Taneja^[4] was first approached for the role of Suraj but was replaced by Vijayendra Kumeria.^[5] In February 2025, the show took a 17 years leap, Akash played by Sagar Parekh, and Suraj played by Vijayendra Kumeria.^[6] Aarya Babbar joined the cast, marking his television comeback after 8 year.^[7][8]

• Jagriti: Ek Nayi Subah at IMDb
• Jagriti: Ek Nayi Subah at ZEE5