Mumbai, November 11, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Actress Huma Qureshi is set to return as Rani Bharti in the fifth season of political drama series Maharani, which she says holds a special place in her journey with the popular franchise.
Speaking about the upcoming season, Huma said the new chapter would surprise viewers with unexpected twists and developments. She also expressed excitement about the changing course of Rani’s political and personal journey.
“I genuinely feel Season 5 is going to surprise audiences in many ways. Every season of Maharani has brought something new for me as an actor, but this one feels particularly special,” she said.
“The story is incredibly exciting, with unexpected turns and developments that had me hooked from the very beginning. Rani’s journey takes another interesting turn this season, and I am really excited for audiences to see how it unfolds. I cannot wait for them to discover what we have created this time,” the actress added.
The makers unveiled the season’s promotional video on Wednesday, announcing its February 2027 premiere on Sony LIV.
The promo carried the message: “Kuch karz waqt ke saath nahi, hisaab ke saath utarte hain. Rani Bharti is back, and this time, it’s personal.”
The upcoming season will take the story forward with fresh challenges and developments in Rani’s life. Across the previous instalments, the character has carved out a place for herself in Bihar’s political landscape while navigating power struggles, personal ambitions and difficult decisions.
In the fourth season, which premiered on November 7, 2025, the story was set in 2012 and followed Rani Bharti as she served her second term as Bihar’s Chief Minister.
With Huma reprising the lead role, Maharani 5 is expected to explore another significant phase in Rani’s journey. The series will begin streaming in February 2027 on Sony LIV.
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