Huma Qureshi’s reprisal as Rani Bharti in Maharani Season 4 has been met with high praise from both viewers and critics. This political drama, currently available on SonyLiv, depicts Rani’s evolution as a two-term Chief Minister of Bihar, who is emerging as a potential national leader. Among the latest to endorse the series is Arvind Kejriwal, the former Chief Minister of Delhi and AAP’s national convener, who urged audiences on X to watch it, claiming it accurately portrays the stark realities of modern politics. He commended the creators for their bravery in tackling such issues. The series is inspired by political events in Bihar, particularly the time when Lalu Prasad Yadav appointed Rabri Devi as his successor.
The writing team includes Subhash Kapoor, Nandan Singh, and Umashankar Singh, and the show delves into themes of power struggles, personal rivalries, and political scheming. Season 4 chronicles Rani Bharti’s resignation following a scandal, as she chooses her daughter, played by Shweta Basu Prasad, as the new Chief Minister. This choice ignites claims of nepotism and tensions within her family and party. Concurrently, Rani is under pressure from the Prime Minister, who seeks to assert his control over her, culminating in a dramatic showdown that is central to the season.