Sarzameen ending and twist explained: Did Harman murder his parents? Meher's shocking past revealed

Time of India

2 days ago

Sarzameen ending and twist explained: Sarzameen, the newly released patriotic drama on JioHotstar, features powerful performances by Kajol, Ibrahim Ali Khan, and Prithviraj Sukumaran. Set against the intense backdrop of national duty and personal sacrifice, the film weaves together emotional depth and gripping action. Though the movie has received mixed reactions from audiences, its dramatic climax and touching post-credits scene have left many viewers curious. If you're looking to understand how it all ends, here's a detailed breakdown of Sarzameen's ending and final twist.
(Spoilers ahead, you know what to do)
Sarzameen ending and twist explained
How did Harman come back?
Harman becomes close to a neighborhood boy, Shoaib, who is secretly part of a terrorist network. During a wedding celebration, Harman is abducted, and the terrorists demand that Vijay release two brothers held for their suspected involvement in violent activities. Though Meher pleads with him, Vijay ultimately refuses, choosing national duty over family.
Years later, during a rescue mission at a terrorist hideout, the army discovers a group of captives including a now adult and unrecognisable Harman. While Meher is overjoyed by his return, Vijay remains skeptical and suspects he's an imposter. Despite a DNA test confirming his identity, Vijay's doubts prove justified, Harman has been brainwashed by Kabil, a terrorist who filled the role of a father figure and turned him against his homeland.
#Sarzameen had a solid premise but failed to deliver. Weak screenplay and direction let it down. Prithvi, Kajol & the rest of the cast did well, but there was no real emotional connect. Overall, a mid watch with no standout moments.AVERAGE pic.twitter.com/sKHJmAfeno
Did Harman kill his parents?
In a tense cabin meeting, Harman confronts Vijay with a gun, but Meher is accidentally shot during the altercation (they don't die then though). Devastated, Harman flees, burdened by guilt. Meanwhile, Kabil and Harman plan an attack on senior army officials, but their plan fails thanks to intel leaked by an unknown source. The Indian army thwarts the attack and later learns of another threat: a bomb set to go off at a dam inauguration.
What was Meher's past?
The biggest twist unfolds - Meher is revealed to be a covert Indian spy who had infiltrated enemy territory years ago and was the one leaking vital intel. In a final confrontation, Harman, driven by resentment, activates the bomb. Vijay pleads with him and manages to reach him emotionally. While Harman struggles to deactivate the bomb, Meher tortures Kabil for the code but is fatally wounded. She kills Kabil and sends the code to Vijay before dying.
Just as Vijay and Harman try to stop the bomb, Shoaib appears and shoots them. Despite his injuries, Harman kills Shoaib and disarms the bomb in the nick of time, saving his father and countless lives.
Sarzameen post-credits scene - Did Meher die?
In the post-credits scene, we see both the father and son performing Meher's last rites, crying uncontrollably. Yes, while saving her son and husband, Meher took her final breath.