Ikk Yugpurakh Dr BR Ambedkar Episodes
Season 1
Ramji Loses His Job
Bhimabai has a tedious labour and gives birth to Bhimrao. Later, Bhimrao’s father, Ramji, loses his job in the army due to his identity. Bhimrao faces the brunt of societal prejudices as a child.
Social Evils Follow Bhimrao to a New Village
Ramji moves to a different village to escape social evils but continues to face them. Bhimrao goes to play with children in the neighbouring park and gets bullied. Bhimrao faces segregation in school.
Bhimrao Faces New Challenges
Ramji encourages Bhimrao to fight for his rights and takes a stand against the villagers who mistreat Bhimrao. Later, Bhimrao manages to enter the classroom but faces new challenges.
The Barber Boycotts Bhimrao
Ramji teaches Bhimrao a valuable lesson and Bhimabai asks Ramji to reveal the truth to their son. The barber questions Bhimrao about his caste and boycotts him. Bhimrao embarks on a quest.
A Man Objects to Bhimrao Studying in a School
A parent of Ambedkar’s classmate raises objections about Bhimrao studying in the school. Later, Bhim takes on a challenge to retain his position in school. The principal empathises with Bhimrao.
Bhimrao and His Brother Get in Trouble
The villagers mock an ill Bhimabai and she regains consciousness. Ramji tells Bhimabai about the jeweller’s terms. Later, Bhimrao and his brothers get in trouble for stealing jujubes from a farm.
Bhimabai’s Kerosene Gets Stolen
Darkness consumes Ramji’s house as the kerosene gets exhausted and Ramji lights a bonfire for Bhimrao’s studies. Bhimrao’s classmates tear his books. Some goons steal kerosene from Bhimabai.
The Principal Lets Bhimrao Participate in a Race
The organisers do not acknowledge Ramji’s talent as he sings at an event. Bhimrao brings back Bhimabai’s stolen kerosene. The principal lets Bhimrao participate in a race but Bhimrao gets mistreated.
Bhimrao Seeks a Way to Collect Funds for His Fees
Ramji confronts the teacher who aided the student to cheat in the race. Bhimrao spends the night fixing his sprained leg and succeeds. Bhimrao looks for ways to collect money for his school fees.
Surendar Gets Beaten Up
Bhimrao hides as Ramji arrives at the bangle shop and states his worries. Surendar gets thrashed for being associated with Bhimrao. Some men trouble Ramji as he sets out to meet his daughter.
Surendar’s Father Tries to Banish the Sakpals
Bhimabai searches for Bhimrao after the teacher’s warning. On finding Bala, she slaps him and learns about Bhimrao’s whereabouts. Surendar’s father tries to banish the Sakpals from the village.
Bala Falls Prey to a Man’s Ploy
Bhimabai looks for Bala as he joins hands with an influential man who intends to ruin the lives of Ramji’s children. Ramji thrashes Bala and insists he pursues his education but Bala falters again.
The Principal Makes a Promise to Bhimrao
Ramji worries about Bala’s decision. The principal makes a prediction about Bhimrao’s future as Bala quits school and Bhimrao confronts him. Later, the principal makes a promise to Bhimrao.
Anand and Bhimrao Confront Bala’s Employer
Bhimrao feeds Bala some sweets as Bala secretly visits his house. Bala gives his first salary to Bhimrao for his school fees. Anand and Bhimrao confront Bala’s employer about lying to Bala.
The Principal Slaps the Jeweller
Bhimrao and his sister, Ganga, request Bala to return home. Ramji objects to Bala staying at home but Bhimrao convinces him. The principal slaps the jeweller who seeks Bhimrao’s dismissal from school.
Ramji Seeks Dhansukh’s Help
Bhimrao play-acts as a barrister with Ramji and defends Bala. Bhimabai states her plight to Bhimrao and Bala has a realisation. Ramji seeks the pawnbroker, Dhansukh’s help and buys a gift for Bala.
Ganga Refuses to Return to Her In-laws
Ramji’s employer threatens to sack him and he comes up with a plan. Bhimrao interrupts a panchayat trial of a woman and tries to help her. Ganga refuses to return to her in-laws.
An Injured Bhimrao Worries about His Examination
Bhimrao writes a letter for his brother-in-law and Guruji asks him to post it. Dhansukh’s son pushes Bhimrao from a height. Bhimrao worries about not being able to attend the competitive examination.
Guruji Expresses His Regret
Bhimrao’s classmates tease him and Guruji expresses his regret as Bhimrao plans to skip the exam. Ramji takes Bhimrao to his school upon insistence. Villagers pelt stones at the boycotted lady.
Dhansukh’s Son Gives Bhimrao His Coat
Bhimrao stands first in his class and earns Guruji’s praises. Dhansukh uses the boycotted woman’s husband to incite an attack on the Sakpals. Later, Dhansukh’s son gives Bhimrao his coat.
Ramji Breaks Bhimrao’s Heart
A man discourages Ramji from attending the feast as his family prepares eagerly. Ramji breaks Bhimrao’s heart. Dhansukh questions his son about the missing coat. Bhimrao delivers his speech.
Dhansukh Commends a Murderer
The villagers nab the ostracised lady and her husband kills her. Away, Bhimrao receives a trophy. Dhansukh commends the murderer as Bhimrao mourns the lady’s death.
Ramji Gets Arrested
Ramji and Dhansukh have a heated face-off. The villagers file a complaint against Ramji at Dhansukh’s behest and Ramji gets arrested. Dhansukh’s son takes a stand for Bhimrao, Anand and Bala.
The Barrister Makes a Lofty Demand
Bhimrao spends the night outside the district magistrate’s office and leaves Bhimabai worried. Ramabai and Bhimrao tell their plight to the barrister. The barrister makes a lofty demand.
Dhansukh Challenges Bhimrao
Dhansukh challenges Bhimrao to leave the village if he loses the case. Bhimrao finally finds five witnesses testifying for Ramji’s innocence. Ramji recalls telling his children a meaningful story.
