Freedom at Midnight 2 out on OTT: Where to watch, plot details, and more about Nikkhil Advani's historical drama
Freedom at Midnight season 2 has begun streaming on SonyLIV (OTTplay Premium). The plot delves deeper into India's Partition, exploring the chaotic aftermath.
Last Updated: 07.26 AM, Jan 09, 2026
Freedom at Midnight Season 2 was released on January 9, 2026 on SonyLIV (OTTplay Premium. Based on the acclaimed book by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins, the series vividly retraces the real history of India’s path to independence.
Freedom at Midnight Season 2 out on OTT
Freedom at Midnight Season 2, directed by Nikkhil Advani, is now streaming on SonyLIV. You can also watch the series with your OTTplay Premium subscription. The plot is a deeper look into the Partition of India, the chaotic aftermath, the unification of the native states, and Gandhi's final months. Season 2 consists of 7 episodes.
What is the plot of Freedom at Midnight Season 2?
Freedom at Midnight Season 2 dives deeper into the tumultuous aftermath of India's 1947 Partition, focusing on the refugee crisis, integration of princely states, and the human cost of independence.
It moves beyond the larger politics to explore individual stories within the national upheaval, while at the same time continuing its political dramatisation and character studies of key figures like Gandhi, Nehru, and Jinnah, driven by themes of sacrifice, identity, and the devastating human impact of border drawing.
This season explores the immense human suffering resulting from the immediate chaos, mass migration, violence, and displacement of millions of people, which is the complete opposite of political celebration. It details the complex process of integrating the native states into the new Indian Union, which was a significant political challenge after independence.
Freedom at Midnight Season 2 focuses on ordinary people caught up in conflict, from righteous leaders, showcasing personal destruction and resilience amidst political decisions. It focuses on the differing visions of leaders like Gandhi, Nehru, Patel, and Jinnah as they navigate nation-building and the deep-seated communal divides. This narrative highlights the moral ambiguities and difficult decisions of historical figures, showing their flawed humanity and the unintended consequences of their actions.
Who plays what in Freedom at Midnight Season 2?
Freedom at Midnight 2 stars Sidhant Gupta as Jawaharlal Nehru, Chirag Vohra as Mahatma Gandhi, Rajendra Chawla as Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Arif Zakaria as Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Luke McGibney as Lord Mountbatten, Cordelia Bugeja as Lady Edwina Mountbatten, Malishka Mendonsa as Sarojini Naidu, Ira Dubey as Fatima Jinnah, Rajesh Kumar as Liaquat Ali Khan, K.C. Shankar as V.P. Menon.
Freedom at Midnight 2 FAQs:
Q: When is Freedom at Midnight Season 2 coming out?
A: Freedom at Midnight Season 2 is now streaming on SonyLIV (OTTplay Premium).
Q: Is Freedom at Midnight based on a true story?
A: Freedom at Midnight, adapted from Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins’ 1975 non-fiction book, faithfully portrays the historical events surrounding India’s independence and the 1947 Partition.
Q: Who is in the cast of Freedom at Midnight Season 2?
A: Freedom at Midnight Season 2 stars Sidhant Gupta as Jawaharlal Nehru, Chirag Vohra as Mahatma Gandhi, Rajendra Chawla as Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Arif Zakaria as Muhammad Ali Jinnah, and Ira Dubey as Fatima Jinnah.