Zubeidaa (played by Karisma Kapoor) is a protagonist in Zubeidaa.
Riyaz's mother and the central figure of the film. Born to filmmaker Suleman Seth, she secretly pursues acting before being forced into a marriage with Dr. Mehboob Alam. After a bitter divorce, she marries Maharaja Vijayendra Singh but struggles with oppressive palace customs and unwanted advances from her brother-in-law. Her passionate love for Vijayendra and tragic plane crash form the emotional core of the story. Mandira Devi (played by Rekha) appears in Zubeidaa.
Maharaja Vijayendra Singh's first wife and mother of his two children. Zubeidaa affectionately calls her Mandy Didi. Unlike others in Fatehpur, Mandira remembers Zubeidaa positively and preserves her legacy by keeping the tape of Zubeidaa's only film. She serves as Vijayendra's primary confidante and emotional support, often accompanying him on important matters.
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Characters
Zubeidaa
(played by Karisma Kapoor) — protagonist
Riyaz's mother and the central figure of the film. Born to filmmaker Suleman Seth, she secretly pursues acting before being forced into a marriage with Dr. Mehboob Alam. After a bitter divorce, she ma...
Mandira Devi
(played by Rekha) — supporting
Maharaja Vijayendra Singh's first wife and mother of his two children. Zubeidaa affectionately calls her Mandy Didi. Unlike others in Fatehpur, Mandira remembers Zubeidaa positively and preserves her...
Key Relationships
Zubeidaa → Mandira Devi
(Family Co-wife)
Story Analysis
A journey of discovery through a mother's hidden life, royal entanglements, and preserved legacy.
