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Indian Summers

7.2(43)
First Aired:February 15, 2015
Seasons:2 seasons
Episodes:20
Status:Ended

Epic drama set in the summer of 1932 where India dreams of independence, but the British are clinging to power. Set against the sweeping grandeur of the Himalayas and tea plantations of Northern India, the drama tells the rich and explosive story of the decline of the British Empire and the birth of modern India, from both sides of the experience. At the heart of the story lie the implications and ramifications of the tangled web of passions, rivalries and clashes that define the lives of those brought together in this summer which will change everything.

Cast

Julie Walters

Julie Walters

Cynthia Coffin

Henry Lloyd-Hughes

Henry Lloyd-Hughes

Ralph Whelan

Nikesh Patel

Nikesh Patel

Aafrin Dalal

Jemima West

Jemima West

Alice Whelan

Alexander Cobb

Alexander Cobb

Ian McLeod

Shachin Sailesh Kumar

Adam

Aysha Kala

Aysha Kala

Sooni

James Fleet

James Fleet

Lord Hawthorne

Patrick Malahide

Patrick Malahide

Lord Willingdon

Rick Warden

Rick Warden

Ronnie Keane

Tanmay Dhanania

Tanmay Dhanania

Naseem Ali Khan

Ashna Rabheru

Ashna Rabheru

Shamshad Dalal

Fiona Glascott

Fiona Glascott

Sarah Raworth

Seasons

Episode 1

E1Episode 1

48m

Feb 15, 2015

Ralph Whelan and the rest of the Indian Civil Service begin the annual move to Simla where the doyenne of British society Cynthia Coffin prepares the exclusive white British Club for the summer season.

Episode 2

E2Episode 2

48m6.0

Feb 22, 2015

Sarah becomes suspicious of Alice's past and begins some detective work to uncover the real reasons behind her move to India.

Episode 3

E3Episode 3

48m2.7

Mar 1, 2015

It's the Sipi Fair in Simla, the only time in the year that the Indian community are allowed onto the grounds of the British Club.

Episode 4

E4Episode 4

48m7.0

Mar 8, 2015

There's much excitement in Simla as the Viceroy arrives. Ralph is troubled when he discovers that the only evidence that linked Chandru Mohan to the Congress Party is missing.

Episode 5

E5Episode 5

48m6.0

Mar 15, 2015

Ralph tries to take advantage of divisions among the Indian communities. Cynthia is shocked by Eugene's revelation about his finances. Sarah places Alice in a very difficult position.

Episode 6

E6Episode 6

48m3.7

Mar 22, 2015

The pressure continues to mount on Ralph as Jaya reveals the real reason for her visit to Simla. A mountaineer saves Alice, Madeleine and Ronnie from a perilous situation.

Episode 7

E7Episode 7

48m7.0

Mar 29, 2015

Simla is buzzing as it prepares for the annual amateur dramatic production, but the play is overshadowed by the news that a murder victim has been found in the river.

Episode 8

E8Episode 8

48m7.0

Apr 5, 2015

The British community turn out in force for the murder trial. Ian is wracked with guilt about his part in Ramu's arrest and Leena is torn apart in the witness box.

Episode 9

E9Episode 9

48m3.7

Apr 12, 2015

Madeleine is dealt some devastating news, and Alice is terrified when Sarah threatens to tell everyone that Alice's husband is alive. Tensions between Ralph and Cynthia escalate.

Episode 10

E10Episode 10

48m7.0

Apr 19, 2015

In the final episode, Ramu Sood's fate is left in Ralph's hands, a vote takes place at the club to lift the colour bar, and Alice and Aafrin prepare to go public with their relationship.

Indian Man, British Suit

E1Indian Man, British Suit

48m7.5

Mar 13, 2016

The epic drama picks up in 1935. A terrorist attack against the British Viceroy of India puts Aafrin in the frame, while Cynthia urges Ralph to make a play for the top job.

Black Kite

E2Black Kite

48m7.5

Mar 20, 2016

Aafrin's wounded comrade Naresh is convinced someone has betrayed him. As Aafrin struggles to contain him, he discovers the truth is darker and more dangerous than he knew.

White Gods

E3White Gods

48m7.2

Mar 27, 2016

Aafrin's troubles deepen as his personal and political worlds collide, while Ralph needs to befriend the slippery but powerful Mahrajah of Patiala and his mistress Sirene.

The Empty Chair

E4The Empty Chair

48m7.5

Apr 3, 2016

A fashion show at the club ends with a horrifying attack on one of the guests. Ralph plays detective to find the culpit, but the truth is worse than he could have imagined.

Hide and Seek

E5Hide and Seek

48m7.5

Apr 10, 2016

Lord Hawthorne orders the police to arrest Adam and Ralph uncovers a shocking family secret. Alice decides to take a stand against her husband, and an earthquake hits Simla.

A Gift for the King

E6A Gift for the King

48m7.0

Apr 17, 2016

As Simla gathers to celebrate King George's Silver Jubilee, Aafrin is trapped in a nightmare - the terrorist Naresh Banerjee is plotting a bomb strike at the picnic.

The Proposal

E7The Proposal

48m7.5

Apr 24, 2016

The Whelan's marriage faces its darkest hour as the Maharajah and Sirene return to Simla. Knowing Ralph needs his support, the Maharajah makes him an indecent proposal.

The Birthday Party

E8The Birthday Party

48m7.0

May 1, 2016

Alice and Aafrin decide to flee Simla with Cynthia's help, but Charlie comes close to unveiling the truth, while Ian discovers some devastating information about Ramu Sood.

Winner Takes All

E9Winner Takes All

48m7.5

May 8, 2016

Ralph's life spirals out of control. The announcement of the new Viceroy leaves his ambitions in tatters, and he realises those closest have been conspiring behind his back.

Leaving Home

E10Leaving Home

48m7.5

May 15, 2016

Alice and Charlie prepare to leave India for good. Ralph and Aafri make momentous decisions about their careers. Cynthia is in a bidding war as Chotipool goes under the hammer.

Storyline

Epic drama set in the summer of 1932 where India dreams of independence, but the British are clinging to power. Set against the sweeping grandeur of the Himalayas and tea plantations of Northern India, the drama tells the rich and explosive story of the decline of the British Empire and the birth of modern India, from both sides of the experience. At the heart of the story lie the implications and ramifications of the tangled web of passions, rivalries and clashes that define the lives of those brought together in this summer which will change everything.

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