Jodha Akbar Episode 260 Direct

Akbar’s eyes darken. For months, a rift has grown between him and Jodha. Their last argument was over a minor Rajput prince seeking asylum, which Akbar denied. Since then, they have shared the same palace but not a single glance.

Jodha stumbles.

Akbar, swayed by his generals and Ruqaiya’s whispers, declares an ancient Rajput ordeal: Jodha must walk through a narrow corridor of burning coals to prove her innocence. If she emerges unscathed, she is true. If not… jodha akbar episode 260

Jodha rights herself. She finishes the walk. Her soles are blistered, but she does not cry out. She turns to Akbar, tears of pride and betrayal in her eyes. Akbar’s eyes darken

Akbar rises. "Then explain the metaphor. What is the iron pillar?" Since then, they have shared the same palace

"Summon Jodha Begum," Akbar commands, his voice cold.