After an overwhelming response to the journeys of Jodha Akbar and Jhansi ki Rani, Zee TV is all set to introduce viewers to the biggest historical magnum opus of 2021, presenting the untold story of one of the most iconic women of the Maratha empire—Kashibai, the wife of Peshwa Bajirao Ballal. Set in the 18th century after the end of the Mughal era, the show depicts the journey of a young girl who went on to become an astute and authoritative Peshwin Bai—an administrator par excellence, who held fort while Bajirao was out expanding the Maratha kingdom.

The show features the adorable nine-year-old Aarohi Patel as the young Kashibai. She says, “When I was told that I would be playing the lead character in Kashibai Bajirao Ballal, I was very excited and nervous at the same time. This is my first show ever and I am quite thrilled to play such an iconic character from our country’s glorious history. My team helped me get into the character of Kashibai. I even learnt horse-riding for a sequence in the show. I look forward to seeing myself on TV.”