Sonakshi Batra and Farman Haider reflect on patriotism this Independence Day: “Playing Jagadhatri and Shivaay have given us a different perspective”

Zee TV’s Jagadhatri continues to win hearts with its gripping storyline, bringing to life the extraordinary dual life of a woman who seamlessly navigates two contrasting worlds. Sonakshi Batra and Farman Haider portray undercover police officers Jagadhatri and Shivaay, whose unwavering commitment to duty forms the heart of the show. Whether confronting criminals or protecting those around them, the duo remains relentless in their pursuit of justice, consistently putting their responsibilities before themselves.

On this Independence Day, Sonakshi Batra and Farman Haider have opened up about what patriotism means to them and how playing Jagadhatri and Shivaay has given them a different perspective on the same. Through their characters, they have also gained a deeper appreciation for the real heroes of our lives, the brave men and women in the Army, Police, Navy and other forces who work tirelessly, often putting their own lives at risk, to protect the nation and keep its people safe.

Sonakshi Batra, who plays Jagadhatri said, “Playing Jagadhatri has made me look at patriotism from a completely different perspective. Every time I put on the uniform and step into her character, I feel a sense of strength and power that is truly empowering. At the same time, it makes me realise how much courage and resilience our real-life heroes possess. Through Jagadhatri, I have come to understand and appreciate the bravery of the men and women in our Army, Police, Navy and other forces who work tirelessly, often putting their own lives at risk, to safeguard our nation and keep its people safe. What has stayed with me is that for these heroes, duty always comes before everything else and serving the nation is not just a responsibility but a way of life. This Independence Day, I feel incredibly proud to portray a character who embodies that spirit, and every day, this role reminds me to value and respect the real heroes who dedicate their lives to protecting our country.”

Farman Haider, who plays Shivaay said, “Ever since I was a child, I have dreamt of becoming an IPS officer, so getting the opportunity to portray a police officer on screen through Shivaay feels incredibly special to me. While I may not have become an IPS officer in real life, stepping into this role has allowed me to experience, in my own way, the sense of responsibility, courage and commitment that comes with serving the nation. Every time Shivaay and Jagadhatri succeed in their mission and bring a criminal to justice, I feel an immense sense of pride because, even if it is through a character, I get to experience what it means to stand up for the country and its people. This Independence Day, I feel especially grateful to be portraying Shivaay, because the character has given me a much deeper appreciation for our real-life heroes who put the nation before themselves. Serving and protecting the country is one of the highest forms of duty, and I feel extremely proud to represent that spirit through Shivaay.”

Meanwhile, the recent episodes of Jagadhatri have brought a new challenge for JD and Shivaay. Jagadhatri is determined to uncover the identity of the person whose name begins with ‘M’ and who belongs to the Deshmukh family, the suspected culprit behind her mother’s death. However, the investigation puts her in a difficult situation as the person she is searching for belongs to the family, she now considers her own, leaving her torn between her duty and her emotional ties.

Will Jagadhatri be able to uncover the real culprit without putting her family at risk? To find out, keep watching Jagadhatri, every day at 10 PM, only on Zee TV!