Relive your favourite folk tales of mighty emperor Akbar and his witty and trusted courtier, Birbal. Akal badi ya bhains?
Where to Watch Akbar Ka Bal... Birbal • Season 1
55 Episodes
Meet King Akbar!
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Meet King Akbar!Akbar, a fair and just ruler, remains blind to the atrocities of his own ministers. However, a young outlaw sets out to teach him a lesson.
Akbar Wants Insaaf
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Akbar Wants InsaafMaharani is befuddled when Akbar introduces her to Tarabai and Silotama. After receiving a warning letter from Insaaf, Akbar decides to catch the audacious thief.
Insaaf's Bold Plan
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Insaaf's Bold PlanIn order to claim the reward for catching Insaaf, Akbar's courtiers present an imposter before him. Meanwhile, Insaaf prepares to infiltrate Akbar's palace
Insaaf Infiltrates The Palace
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Insaaf Infiltrates The PalaceInsaaf successfully manages to sneak into Akbar's palace in a disguised form. Later, he notices a precious diamond and studies how well its guarded.
Insaaf Accomplishes His Goal
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Insaaf Accomplishes His GoalAkbar makes a solemn promise to his subjects and manages to fool the guards to steal the diamond. Later, the identity of the real thieves are revealed.
The Birth Of Birbal
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The Birth Of BirbalInsaaf's request for poison as a reward shocks the court. Impressed, Akbar bestows him with the name Birbal and a job.
Akbar's Turbulent Karva Chauth
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Akbar's Turbulent Karva ChauthAkbar looks on as Birbal offers up a unique way to catch the person stealing from Laksmi Chand. During Karva Chauth, Akbar struggles to manage his two queens.
Akbar, Birbal On a Mission
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Akbar, Birbal On a MissionWhile Akbar orders for Birbal to move into the palace, trouble brews against the kingdom. When Shehzad goes missing, the duo sets out to find him.
Akbar Lands In Trouble
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Akbar Lands In TroubleAkbar promises to grant justice to Gopalnath when he comes to the court with a strange problem. Later, Birbal tries to save Akbar from the trouble!
Birbal Saves Akbar's Life
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Birbal Saves Akbar's LifeBirbal uncovers a sinister conspiracy and saves Akbar from being murdered. Later, he interrogates the assassin in order to trace the mastermind.
A Proud Moment For Birbal
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A Proud Moment For BirbalWhile Akbar requests Birbal to save his feet, Maharani and Tara are worried. Later, Birbal is humbled by the special title awarded for his brilliance.
Akbar is In Trouble?
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Akbar is In Trouble?Hilarity ensues when Akbar gets involved in Maharani's painting problem. While Azam gets help from a magician called Trikhon, Shehzad catches Akbar with Tara.
Trikon's Magical Tricks
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Trikon's Magical TricksMagician Trikon presents Akbar a beautiful box and manages to impress him and Maharani with magical tricks and tactics. However, Birbal senses something amiss.
Trikon's Wicked Plan
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Trikon's Wicked PlanAkbar is filled with envy upon spotting Trikon with Tarabai. While Trikon is all set to execute his wicked plan, Birbal gets a shocking letter.
Birbal On a Mission
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Birbal On a MissionWazir holds Birbal responsible for Trikon's drastic act while Akbar yearns for Tarabai. Later, Birbal begins his search mission.
Trikon's Surprising Revelation
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Trikon's Surprising RevelationAkbar yearns for Tarabai's safe return. While Trikon reveals his real identity to her, Birbal tells Akbar that he is aware of his secret.
Akbar Reveals The Truth?
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Akbar Reveals The Truth?Birbal employs an ingenious plan to lure Trikon out. Later, Maharani is shattered when Akbar announces that Tara is his wife.
Ichadari Naagin Wants Revenge!
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Ichadari Naagin Wants Revenge!Akbar gets word of a Ichadari Nag Naagin demanding huge offerings. While Birbal remains skeptical, Ichadari Naagin seeks revenge against Akbar for murder.
Akbar to Marry Naagin?
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Akbar to Marry Naagin?Ichadari Naagin blackmails Akbar to marry her while the latter seeks Birbal's help. With a clever plan in mind, Birbal tries to trick Naagin.
Is Tarabai Behind The Chaos?
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Is Tarabai Behind The Chaos?Akbar receives a shocking letter while Wazeer accuses Tarabai of being involved in the conspiracy. In the jungle, a petrified Shehzad encounters Naagin.
Naagin Challenges Birbal
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Naagin Challenges BirbalBirbal executes a clever plan to ensure Akbar's safety during the meeting with Guru Durgadas. Later, Ichadari Naagin challenges Birbal.
Maharani Grows Concerned
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Maharani Grows ConcernedWhile Maharani is persistent on keeping Akbar safe, Birbal executes a clever plan to lure the Naagin. Later, Shehzad suspects Tara and Tilotama.
Akbar to Marry Naagin?
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Akbar to Marry Naagin?Akbar loses his cool when Birbal asks him to get married to the Naagin. After the wedding ceremony begins, two uninvited guests bring it to a halt.
Birbal's Ingenious Move
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Birbal's Ingenious MoveBirbal cleverly unveils the Naagin's tactics of fooling people with tricks and fear. During a trial, Akbar's judgement is brought to a halt by his uncle, Kamran.
Kamran's Shocking Challenge
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Kamran's Shocking ChallengeKamran puts forth an unexpected challenge before Sukhdev. Impressed with Sukhdev, Akbar decides to reward him, but Kamran stops him.
Birbal Fails to Help Kamran?
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Birbal Fails to Help Kamran?Birbal is disheartened when Akbar sides with Kamran and orders Sukhdev to face harsher punishment. Later, Birbal's antics leave Kamran fuming.
Akbar Welcomes His Friend
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Akbar Welcomes His FriendAkbar welcomes his old friend, Nigabaksh and his family with open arms. While Birbal catches Fazal Khan in the act, tragedy befalls Akbar's kingdom.
Tough Time For Akbar
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Tough Time For AkbarFazal Khan accuses Shekhu of conspiring against Sultan Nigamaksh. With a heavy heart, Akbar imprisons Shekhu while Birbal investigates the truth.
Akbar's Shocking Announcement
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Akbar's Shocking AnnouncementAkbar makes a shocking announcement while Kamran brews an evil plan. Later, to expose Fazal, Birbal and Rafeeq set out to gather evidence.
Birbal Connects The Dots!
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Birbal Connects The Dots!Birbal figures out how Sultan Nigamaksh was killed and understands who the real killer is. While one more mysterious death occurs in the palace, Birbal exposes the real killer.
Kamran Wants Birbal Dead?
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Kamran Wants Birbal Dead?Akbar showers praises on Birbal for getting Salah Khan to admit his crimes. While Akbar gets startling information from Pyaarelal, Kamran plots against Birbal.
Birbal Volunteers For Death?
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Birbal Volunteers For Death?Birbal reassures Akbar about his decision while Kamran and Digvijay make the preparations. Later, Birbal puts forth three conditions for the ceremony.
Birbal's Shocking Return!
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Birbal's Shocking Return!Akbar tries to stop Birbal from taking up the risky task. While Kamran and Wazeer make an assumption, Birbal's return leaves everyone flabbergasted.
Pyarelal Spills The Truth
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Pyarelal Spills The TruthAkbar makes a shocking announcement while Pyarelal spills the truth about his dream. Meanwhile, Akbar is in awe of Birbal's quick-wit and thinking.
Grave Trouble For Birbal
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Grave Trouble For BirbalGuniram shoots an unthinkable allegation at Birbal before breathing his last. While Akbar is in a fix to make a judgement, Birbal puts forth a humble request.
Can Birbal Expose Buddidhan?
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Can Birbal Expose Buddidhan?Birbal is adamant about proving his innocence while Buddidhan stuns him with an unexpected confession. Later, Birbal hatches a risky plan to expose him.
Akbar to Birbal's Rescue!
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Akbar to Birbal's Rescue!Birbal receives Buddidhan's shocking letter while the latter falls for an ingenious ploy. Later, Akbar saves Birbal's life from a deadly attack.
Birbal is On a Mission
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Birbal is On a MissionKamran tries to poison Akbar's mind against Birbal. While Birbal assures to solve the mystery of the royal treasury, Kamran is up to his evil shenanigans.
Birbal Gets Punished?
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Birbal Gets Punished?Kamran takes the chance to instigate Akbar against Birbal when the latter fails to give a valid answer. Later, Akbar announces a shocking punishment for Birbal.
Birbal Catches The Culprits
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Birbal Catches The CulpritsA disguised Birbal succeeds in catching the culprits. While Akbar berates him for escaping from the prison cell, Birbal reveals a shocking truth.
Akbar Faces a Crisis
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Akbar Faces a CrisisAkbar commissions a book to be written about him after Birbal gives him the idea. However, trouble ensues as everybody wants to be in it. What will Akbar do?
Akbar does The Unthinkable
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Akbar does The UnthinkableAkbar gives into the family's demands after being tortured continuously. While Birbal meets up with some farmers, Akbar asks Maharani to leave the palace.
Birbal's Wit Saves The Day!
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Birbal's Wit Saves The Day!Birbal uses his wit to solve the problem and turn it in favour of Akbar. While a man-eating tree wreaks havoc, Birbal is left stunned by Akbar's decision.
Birbal Goes to The Jungle
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Birbal Goes to The JungleAkbar’s subjects come across a man-eating tree that kills all. They go to court, and Birbal proposes to go the forest for five days and unravel the mystery.
Birbal Unravels The Mystery
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Birbal Unravels The MysteryBirbal is confronted by the Adivasi lord who gives him a shankha. Later, he cracks the mystery of the man-eating tree.
Akbar's Doppelganger Conundrum
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Akbar's Doppelganger ConundrumBirbal informs Akbar about Surya Pratap planning an attack against him. Later, the court is shocked when Akbar's lookalike arrives and claims to be the real king.
Akbar vs. Akbar
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Akbar vs. AkbarAkbar's doppelganger prepares for a unique test. A series of questions are posed to them. But will it be determined who the real king is?
Birbal to Unmask The Imposter
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Birbal to Unmask The ImposterBirbal meets Akbar in the dungeon and decides to unveil the imposter in front of everyone. However, the imposter sets a trap for Birbal.
The Imposter's Game is Up!
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The Imposter's Game is Up!Birbal uses Ranjit Singh's help to break out of prison while Kamran's life is in grave danger. Later, the imposter is exposed!
Akbar's Cause Of Worry
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Akbar's Cause Of WorryAfter a series of woman are murdered, Akbar is left rattled and worried about it. With Tilotama being the next target, will Birbal find the perpetrator?
Birbal Finds a Clue!
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Birbal Finds a Clue!Birbal learns a knife has been found inside a corpse and recognises it immediately. Later, he reaches the suspect's house, only to receive shocking information.
Birbal Hatches a Plan
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Birbal Hatches a PlanBirbal figures out the identity of the real murderer and hatches an ingenious plan to capture him. Will Birbal's plan bear fruit?
Shekhu Lands In Trouble
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Shekhu Lands In TroubleShekhu challenges Prince Udaybhan to sword fighting, worrying Akbar and the others. Can Birbal come up with a plan to deter Udaybhan and Shekhu?
Birbal Devises a Ploy
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Birbal Devises a PloyIn order to make Shekhu win the sword fight against Udaybhan, Birbal devises a clever trick. Meanwhile, Kamran is out to unveil Birbal's trick.
Birbal's Lesson For Everyone
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Birbal's Lesson For EveryoneBirbal's trick works when Shekhu defeats Udaybhan in the sword fight. Later, he unveils the reason for his lie about the magical sword, imparting a lesson to everyone.
