Season 1 Plot
In Season 1, Ashraf's life is shattered when her husband, Zaheer, is ruthlessly killed by the notorious gangster Maqsood. Fueled by grief and a thirst for vengeance, Ashraf embarks on a dangerous journey to avenge her husband's death. Under the guise of Begum, she infiltrates Maqsood's criminal empire, using her wit, intelligence, and newfound connections to gain information and exact her revenge. Along the way, she forms unlikely alliances and encounters both allies and enemies within the criminal underworld. As Begum's quest for justice intensifies, she faces numerous challenges, including rival gangs, corrupt officials, and personal sacrifices. Her unwavering determination and strategic moves make her a formidable force against Maqsood and his empire.
Ek Thi Begum Season 1 aired on April 8th, 2020.
Season 1 Episodes
1. The Big Mistake
The animosity between Maqsood gang and Zaheer Bhatkar takes an ugly turn when Raghu Mhatre, a daring gangster of Maqsood gang and most importantly brother of Nana Mhatre gets killed in a shootout with Zaheer Bhatkar.
2. The Turning Point
The news of Ashraf's pregnancy brings happiness in Zaheer and Ashraf's lives. A nasty attack during the celebrations leads Zaheer to take the brave decision of quitting the underworld.
3. The Naked Truce
When Nana Mhatre plans to take a revenge, Maqsood spreads a smart trap for Zaheer.
4. The Big Hunt
Inspector Tawde plays dirty and Zaheer fights back hard. But finally, Nana Mhatre kills Zaheer brutally. Ashraf gets the biggest shock of her life.
5. The Turmoil
Devastated Ashraf decides to fight back. A journalist exposes inspector Tawde and Bhoir in a big way. Inspector Tawde comes to know about the connection between Ashraf and Anjali.
6. The Defeat
Ashraf tries to fight back. But due to the nexus between these gang lords and corrupt politicians, Ashraf faces the defeat in the court and the only eye witness gets arrested.
7. The Transformation
Ashraf tries to make a syndicate against a common enemy. But he denies the collaboration. She decides to take revenge herself and joins a dance bar as a dancer. In the whole new world, she gets her new identity, Sapna.
8. The Honey Trap
Sapna's magic starts working on Sawtya, a sharp shooter from Nana Mhatre gang. Ashraf instigates him to open a wild firing on Tawde and Bhoir creating animosity between Nana Mhatre gang and Tawde.
9. The Taste Of Blood
Ashraf takes her first brutal move on Bhoir in the hospital and has planned something unexpected and ruthless for Sawtya. But unfortunately Ashraf's plan fails and puts her in a miserable condition.
10. The Game Becomes Ugly
Ashraf gets out of the difficult situation and the first face off with Nana Mhatre happens. Bala Mama comes to know about the real identity of Sapna. Ashraf uses this to her advantage.
11. The Ultimate Seduction
Ashraf crosses all the boundaries to attract and seduce Nana Mhatre and becomes very close to him. She gives tip off as Sapna to Vikram Bhosle about Nana's drug consignment. Now Ashraf is getting ready to play the bigger game.
12. The Big Catch
Ashraf reaches up to the home minister, Ganpatrao Kadamand tips off Vikram about the huge stock of drugs at his farm house. Vikram raids the place. Finally, when Vikram raids Nana Mhatre's house, he is shocked to see Ashraf there.
13. The Countdown Begins
Nana gets arrested by Vikram. But he notices the connection between Vikram and Sapna. The home minister gets exposed in media. After getting a bail, Nana threatens Vikram that he will kill Sapna brutally.
14. The Final Encounter
Ashraf plans to eliminate Maqsood. A big encounter happens at the docks. Nana gets seriously injured in the attack. Finally, unknown men attacks Ashraf at her home brutally.