Portrayed by Rushiraj Pawar (young) and Ashish Sharma (adult).
Chanakya (highly praised for his performance). Sooraj Thapar: Samrat Dhananand. Where to Watch chandragupta maurya serial 2011 all episodes
Because of the shutdown, the series ended just as the adult Chandragupta (played by Ashish Sharma) was beginning his major campaigns against Dhana Nanda . Fans never got to see the ultimate victory and the formal establishment of the Mauryan Empire as intended by the creators. Key Highlights & Innovations Portrayed by Rushiraj Pawar (young) and Ashish Sharma
| Character | Actor | Notable Contribution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Ashish Sharma | Known for his intense eyes and physical transformation from a raw boy to a mighty king. | | Chanakya | Manoj Joshi | A masterclass in subtle villainy and mentorship. Joshi’s Chanakya is cunning, calm, and ruthless. | | Dhanananda | Surendra Pal (reprising his iconic role from Chanakya 1991) | The perfect arrogant antagonist. | | Mura (Mother) | Priya Bathija | Added emotional gravity to Chandragupta’s origin. | | Seleucus Nikator | Foreign actors | Authentic Greek portrayal, though limited screen time. | | Durdhara | Madhura Naik | Played the queen with grace and political awareness. | Where to Watch Because of the shutdown, the
The 2011 version distinguished itself by focusing heavily on the psychological relationship between Chandragupta and Chanakya—a master-apprentice dynamic rarely explored so deeply in Indian TV.
