Revisiting India's Turmoil: 'Freedom at Midnight' Season 2 Set to Stream

Sony LIV announces the second season of 'Freedom at Midnight.' Premiering January 9, the series revisits India's tumultuous journey post-independence, reflecting on key political decisions and personal stories. Directed by Nikkhil Advani, the show highlights the sacrifices and resilience shaping a new nation’s identity.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 09-12-2025 14:31 IST | Created: 09-12-2025 14:31 IST
Revisiting India's Turmoil: 'Freedom at Midnight' Season 2 Set to Stream
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Sony LIV is set to premiere the second season of its critically acclaimed series 'Freedom at Midnight' on January 9. The historical drama delves into the pivotal months following India's independence, bringing to life significant political maneuvers and the personal tales of those living through the nation's transformative period.

Based on the renowned book by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins, the series stars Sidhant Gupta as Jawaharlal Nehru, Chirag Vohra as Mahatma Gandhi, and Rajendra Chawla as Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Produced by Emmay Entertainment alongside StudioNext, it is directed by Nikkhil Advani, who also leads the show as a showrunner.

Advani emphasizes that the new season explores the era's challenges and decisions that forged modern India's backbone. He aims to spotlight both the political dynamism and personal stories that characterized a pivotal era in Indian history, underscoring the resilience that guided the nation through its complicated transformation.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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