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The main entrance of the Kangla Fort in Imphal.
Kingdom of Manipur
Part of History of Manipur
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Pamheiba
1720–1751
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1752–1754
Chitsai
1754–1756
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1769–1798
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1798–1801
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1801–1806
Chourjit Singh
1806–1812
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1812–1819
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1825–1834
Raja Nara Singh
1844–1850
Debindro Singh
1850
Chandrakirti Singh
1850–1886
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1886–1890
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1890–1891
Churachandra Singh
1891–1941
Bodhchandra Singh
1941–1949
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The Palace of Kangla is an old palace at Imphal in Manipur (Kangleipak). It was situated on both sides (western and eastern) of the bank of the Imphal River. But now it remains only on the western side of the bank. Only the ruins remain now. Kangla means "dry land" in old Meitei. It was the traditional seat of the past Meitei rulers of Manipur.
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1 Introduction
2 Historical and archeological significance
3 Anglo-Manipur War of 1891
4 Holy/Sacred places of Kangla
4.1 Nungjeng Pukhri and other ponds
4.2 Nunggoibi
4.3 Manglen
4.4 Kangla Men Surung
4.5 Site of Lord Wangbaren
4.6 Site for Lord Koubru
5 Monuments and archaeological sites in Kangla Fort
5.1 Ruins of the Citadel
5.2 Ruins of the Uttra
5.3 Site of the two 'Kangla Sha'
5.4 Temple of Shree - Shree Govindajee
5.5 Stone inscription
6 Important structures of the British/Post Independence period
7 Concept Development Plan (CDP) of 'Kangla' Fort Archaeological Park (KFAP)
8 Assurances from the Government of India
9 'Kangla Fort Ordinance. 2004'
10 Historical and archeological significance
11 References
12 External links
Introduction[edit]
Channel around a part of Kangla
'Kangla' was the ancient capital of Manipur from the ancient times down to the year 1891 AD. It is located at the heart of the Imphal city almost intersected by 24°N Latitude, 94°E Longitude and it is 2,619 feet (798 m) above mean sea level. It is situated on the western bank of the Imphal River.
In ancient times, 'Kangla' was the royal palace since the reign of Pakhangba who ascended the throne in 33 AD, according to "Cheitharol Kummaba", the royal Chronicle of Manipur.
In pre-Pakhangba period, a ruling clan named Khaba ruled from 'Kangla'. 'Kangla' is not only the seat of political power but also a holy place for religious worship and ceremonies. There are a number of ancient treaties/manuscripts especially "Sakoklamlen" "Chinglon Laihui", "Nunglon" etc., which lay down the rules for the construction, worship, ceremonies relating to 'Kangla'.these palace was surrounded by a huge channel called"kangla pat"
Historical and archeological significance[edit]
Kangla gate (view from inside)
The main Kangla Gate today
Kangla is the most important historical and archeological site of Manipur. The kingdom of Manipur was established and developed at Kangla. Being a site of political and religious centre, Kangla has grown into a formidable fortress city through the centuries. It is from this capital that the Ningthouja clan gradually wielded enough political and military power and grew up to be the most dominant clan in Manipur. The royal chronicle gives many references to the construction of Kangla by successive reigning kings in Manipur.
The major landmarks in the growth of Kangla Fort were constructed by King Khagemba (1597–1652 AD), the conqueror of the Chinese. The royal chronicle records that in 1632 AD, Khagemba constructed a brick wall at the western gate of Kangla Fort. It appears that the art of brick making was acquired from the Chinese prisoners who were captured during the Chinese invasion of the eastern frontier of Manipur. Khagemba's son Khunjaoba (1632–1666 AD) improved on the fortification and beautification work of Kangla Fort. It is said that the king excavated a moat (Thangapat) on the western side of the Fort. During his period, the power and prestige of Manipur was at its peak. Burmese kings/chiefs approached him to settle their disputes and beg the hands of Manipuri princesses. The Fort was further improved and enlarged by King Garibaniwaz and after him by successive kings of Manipur.
Since the reign of Maharaja Bhagyachandra (1762–1798 AD), due to repeated invasion by the Burmese, Kangla was deserted several times. Maharaj Gambhir Singh, with the help of the Manipur Levy, liberated Manipur from the hands of the Burmese invading forces which occupied Manipur for seven years. This period of Burmese Rule is known as "Chahi Taret Khuntakpa" (Seven Years Devastation) in the annals of Manipur. Gambhir Singh, however, established his capital at Langthabal which is now known as Canchipur. During the reign of Nara Singh, the capital was shifted to Kangla in 1844.
Anglo-Manipur War of 1891[edit]
Remains of an inner wall inside the fort.
King Chandrakriti was succeeded by his eldest son Surchandra. However, he could not control his step brothers. As a result, Senapati Tikendrajit revolted against him and put his own brother Yubaraj Kulachandra to the Throne of Manipur. By this time, the Britishers took advantage to intervene in the internal affairs of Manipur. They sent Mr. J.W. Quinton, the Chief Commissioner of Assam to negotiate the palace revolt and to exile Senapati Tikendrajit. Thus, the first battle of the Anglo-Manipur War of 1891 broke out when the British forces, under orders from Mr. J.W. Quinton, the Chief Commissioner of Assam, attacked on 'Kangla', the Manipur Fort, in the early hours of 24 March 1891.
Manipur was an independent Asiatic power in alliance with the British Sovereign. This undeclared aggression left the Manipuris infuriated. However, they agreed to negotiate with the British officials when approached. The negotiation failed and the Manipuri commander ordered to execute the British Officers, though the King asked to keep them as prisoners. Thereafter, the British Empire declared war against Manipur and attacked it from three sides i.e., Silchar, Kohima and Tamu (in Myanmar). They conquered 'Kangla Fort' on 27 April 1891. Yubaraj Tikendrajit and Thangal General etc., were publicly executed by the British. Since then, 'Kangla' has been under occupation by the Security forces/Assam Rifles till 2004.
Holy/Sacred places of Kangla[edit]
'Kangla' is regarded as the holiest place for the Manipuris. It is a centre of pilgrimage for all the Manipuris who are residing in Manipur, Assam, Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Bangladesh and Myanmar etc. It is believed that Lord Pakhangba resides under 'Kangla' and ruled the Kingdom of Manipur and the Universe. It is also believed that there are 360 important holy/sacred places in 'Kangla'. Some of the important holy places in 'Kangla' are:
Nungjeng Pukhri and other ponds[edit]
This is a sacred pond believed to be the abode of Lord Pakhangba. It is located to the north-west of the "Uttra". Religious rituals are performed here. Besides this, there are other holy ponds like "Chingkhei Nungjeng", "Manung Nungjeng" and "Lai Pukhri" etc.
Nunggoibi[edit]
The site is a sacred place of worship of the Goddess of War. The "Huyein Lalu Chanba" ritual was performed here, whenever a King of Manipur emerged victorious in battle.
Manglen[edit]
It is the cremation site of the Kings of Manipur. The "Manglen" is believed to have been developed by Maharaj Garibaniwaz in 1738. According to the royal chronicle, the Cheitharol Kumbaba, Nara Singh Maharaj (1844–50) was cremated here at the "Manglen".
Kangla Men Surung[edit]
This is a sacred place where the kings of Manipur performed their coronation ceremony/erat-thouni. It is believed that the king will be able to rule the state or not according to the results of the ceremony/erat-thouni.
Site of Lord Wangbaren[edit]
This is located to the southeastern corner of 'Kangla' where ceremony/erat-thouni were performed in connection with flood and natural calamities.
Site for Lord Koubru[edit]
It is located to the northwestern corner of 'Kangla' and is worshipped mainly for good rainfall etc.
Besides these holy/sacred places, there are "Paotak Pung", "Pakhangba Pung", "Pakhangba Khuda", "Nata Pung", "Yaorei Khukal Tetnou Yotli Chingba Ching", "Yaoreibi" "Yaichampat", "Lukhrapat", the site of "Mangang Guru", "Shumshang", "Yumjaolairenbi", "Lai-Nongshaba", etc.
Monuments and archaeological sites in Kangla Fort[edit]
Ruins of the Citadel[edit]
Cheitharol Kumbaba, the royal chronicle, records the construction of the Citadel in 1611, that is, during the reign of King Khagemba (1597–1652). Twenty feet high, the Citadel is built of well-burnt bricks. A number of sacred places, including the coronation site of Pakhangba, were located within the enclosure of the citadel. The citadel enclosure had three entrances, two on the western side and one on the southern side. The entrance on the left end of the western face was opposite to the coronation hall and the entrance to the right end of the same wall faced the Darbar Hall. The southern entrance was connected with the passage leading to the Shree - Shree Govindajee Temple.
Ruins of the Uttra[edit]
The "Uttra" is the ancestral coronation hall of the Manipur kings. The installation ceremonies took place here. The building housing the coronation hall was destroyed in air raids during the Second World War The flight of the steps and the ruins of the foundation are the only remains of the "Uttra".
Site of the two 'Kangla Sha'[edit]
See also: Pakhangba
A file picture of the Kangla Sha, which were destroyed in the Anglo-Manipur war of 1891.
The Kangla Sha, actually - 2007 - under restoration
Two huge 'Kangla Sha' made of brick used to stand in front of the "Uttra" but just beyond the flight of steps leading to the "Uttra" - on either side of the path leading to the "Uttra". Mr. T.C. Hudson wrote in his book/The Meitheis', this was the National Emblem of the Meiteis. According to Sir James Johnstone, Kangla sha were originally erected by the Chinese war captives. But it is wrong. It is said that it existed even before the reign of Nongda lairen Pakhangba (33 AD). According to archaic belief the Kangla Sha is the Protector of the King and repelled the Omen. Whenever the King is in distress, the King used to worship /perform a sacred ritual, eating or drinking nothing, then if the kangla-Sha bless him HE shall protect the King.'Kangla Sha' were blown to pieces by the British after their occupation of 'Kangla' Fort in 1891. The site is remembered historically as the place where four British officers were beheaded by the Manipuri soldiers.
Temple of Shree - Shree Govindajee[edit]
The temple of Shree - Shree Govindajee was originally built in 1846, that is, during the reign of Maharaja Nara Singh (1844–50). It was severely damaged in the great earthquake of 1868. The deities(murtis) of Radha Govinda was damaged when parts of the temple collapsed in the earthquake (Cheitharol Kumbaba, p. 375). Maharaj Chandrakriti (1859–86), the then ruler of Manipur, reconstructed the temple in its original form. The temple is dedicated to Lord Govinda and His consort Radha.
Stone inscription[edit]
There is a stone inscription belonging to the period of Maharaja Marjit.
Important structures of the British/Post Independence period[edit]
There are many important historical and Architectural buildings/structures which belong to the British and post-independence period viz.:
Field Marshal General Slim's Cottage - the famous General of Second World War
Unit Hospital of the Assam Rifles.
Sir Akbar Hydri's tomb - the Governor of Assam.
Residence/Bungalows of the British Officers/Assam Rifle Officers,
Samadhi of Maharaj Bodhachandra of Manipur etc.
Memorial Stone at Kekrupat, which was erected in memory of those who sacrificed their life during the historic event of June 18, 2002.
The 1st I.R.B. Memorial.
17 Assam Rifle Commandants Office.
Concept Development Plan (CDP) of 'Kangla' Fort Archaeological Park (KFAP)[edit]
The Government of Manipur, to translate into action the general desire and aspirations of the people, had allocated a place for the Assam Rifles at Mahakoireng and had also requested the Union Government frequently to shift the Assam Rifles from 'Kangla'.
The State Government also engaged Prof. Nalini Thakur of School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi to prepare a Concept Development Plan (CDP) of 'Kangla Fort'. The 'CDP' to develop 'Kangla Fort' as a unique Archaeological Park in the region has been approved by the State Government. The development of 'Kangla' has started recently. After completion of the development works, 'Kangla Fort' will become a unique Archaeological Park (Heritage Park), in the entire North-Eastern region.
The essence of 'Kangla Development Project' is the preservation of the state heritage and to restore 'Kangla' to its pristine glory. The salient features of the 'Project' are the development and beautification of the ancient historical ruins and sacred and holy places inside 'Kangla', including the Citadel and temples in ruins, the "Nungjeng Pukhri" and reconstruction of 'Kangla Sha' (the State emblem), which were razed to the ground by the British Colonial forces at the end of the Anglo-Manipuri War of 1891.
Documentation of the ancient structures, holy and sacred places, publication of book on 'Kangla' with rare photographs are also one of the major target of the 'Project'. Plantation of indigenous trees, medicinal plants etc., are other distinct features of the 'Project'. Excavation of the inner moat, which is now lying as a dry ditch, conservation of the historical structures are parts of the 'Project' to restore 'Kangla' to its glorious past. Lastly, a majestic temple of Lord Pakhangba is also proposed for construction at a suitable place to fulfill the general wish and aspirations of the people of Manipur.
As per the Concept Development Plan, about Rs 15.00 crore is required for development of 'Kangla Fort' into 'Kangla Fort Archaeological Park'. Further, about Rs 1.50 crore would be required annually for maintenance of 'KFAP' after its proper development. Currently, development of 'KFAP' is taking place from Rs 5.00 crore sanctioned under the 11th Finance Commission Award. The remaining amount of Rs 10.00 crore for development of 'KFAP' had to be provided by State Government besides making provisions for Rs 1.50 crore annually for its maintenance.
Assurances from the Government of India[edit]
Shri M.M. Jacob, the then Union Minister of State (Home) visited Manipur in 1992 and a section of the Assam Rifles, then stationed at 'Kangla' Fort was shifted to Mahakoireng in a symbolic ceremony indicating the sincere gesture of the Union Government to vacate 'Kangla' to fulfill the common wish of the people of Manipur. The vacation of 'Kangla Fort' by the Assam Rifles and its subsequent handing over to the State Government has also been assured by the then Union Home Ministers like Shri S.B. Chavan, Shri Indrajit Gupta and the present Union Home Minister Shri Sivaraj Patil.
'Kangla Fort Ordinance. 2004'[edit]
Since the Government of India is considering to hand over the historical 'Kangla Fort' measuring about 237.62 acres (0.9616 km2), after its vacation by the Assam Rifles, on 20 November 2004 in presence of the Prime Minister of India, the State Cabinet has recently approved the draft 'Kangla Fort Ordinance, 2004'. It is proposed to promulgate this 'Ordinance' soon after the possession of the 'Kangla Fort' is handed over to the State Government by the Assam Rifles. Once the proposed law comes into force, the administration and management of the 'Kangla Fort' would vest in the 'Kangla Fort Board' under the Chairmanship of the Hon'ble Chief Minister, Manipur. In the proposed law, specific provision has been made to prohibit sale, lease, letting-out, transfer or alienation of entire land under 'Kangla Fort' in any form whatsoever.
Historical and archeological significance[edit]
The Kingdom of Manipur developed at Kangla. Being a political and religious centre, Kangla grew into a formidable fortress city over the centuries. It is from this capital that the Ningthouja clan gradually wielded enough political and military power to become the most dominant clan in Manipur. The royal chronicle of Manipur, Cheitharol Kumbaba, contains many references to the development of Kangla by successive reigning kings in Manipur.
The royal chronicle records that King Khagemba (1597–1652), the conqueror of the Chinese, constructed a brick wall at the western gate of 'Kangla Fort' in 1632. It appears that the art of brick making was acquired from the Chinese prisoners who were captured during the Chinese invasion of the eastern frontier of Manipur. His son, King Khunjaoba (1632–1666), carried out fortification and beautification work of Kangla Fort. It is believed that the king excavated a moat (Thangapat) on the western side of the Fort. The Fort was further enlarged by King Gharib Nawaz and other successive kings of Manipur.
It is famous in the history of Manipur. In the evening of March 24, 1891 British Gorkha troops attacked Juvraj Tikendrajit's residence in the Palace Compound, killing many innocent civilians including women and children who were watching a Ras Lila dance. The Manipuris struck back and the British was put on the defensive. In the ensuing chaos, five British officers including Frank St. Clair Grimwood, the Political Agent, and James Wallace Quinton, the Chief Commissioner of Assam, were lynched by a mob. This resulted in the Anglo-Manipur War in 1891. The British forces finally defeated the Manipuri forces and hoisted the Union Flag in Kangla on 27 April 1892. It was occupied by the British, declaring it as the cantonment area or the 'British Reserve' till they left Manipur in 1947.
Its occupation by the Assam Rifles, an Indian paramilitary force was a major source of discontent of the local people. M. M. Jacob, the then Minister of State for Home in 1992 had announced in a speech that the Assam Rifles would hand over the historic fort to the state government. This finally came true on November 20, 2004, when Prime Minister Manmohan Singh handed over the historic Kangla Fort to Manipur state government.
References[edit]
External links[edit]
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Kangla Palace.
The ancient capital of Manipur : E-Pao.Net
Rediscovering a heritage- By SUSHANTA TALUKDAR
Kangla Fort Beautiful Photos - KanglaOnline.com
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Sarah Shahi
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Sarah Shahi
Shahi in 2011
Born
Aahoo Jahansouz Shahi
(1980-01-10) January 10, 1980 (age 38)
Euless, Texas, U.S.
Citizenship
American
Occupation
Actress, model
Years active
1988–present
Spouse(s)
Steve Howey (m. 2009)
Children
3
Website
www.sarahshahi.com
Aahoo Jahansouz "Sarah" Shahi[1] (Persian: آهو جهانسوز سارا شاهی; born January 10, 1980) is an American television actress and former NFL Cheerleader of Iranian and Spanish ancestry. She played Kate Reed in the USA Network legal drama Fairly Legal in 2011–12, Carmen on The L Word in 2008, and also starred as Sameen Shaw on the CBS crime drama Person of Interest.[2] She has also appeared as the main female role Det. Dani Reese in Life, and in a supporting role in Alias.[3]
Contents
[hide]
1 Early life
2 Career
3 Personal life
4 Filmography
5 References
6 External links
Early life[edit]
Sarah Shahi was born on January 10, 1980, in Euless, Texas, and raised there.[1] She is the daughter of Mah Monir Soroush Azar, an interior designer, and Abbas Jahansouz Shahi, who divorced when she was ten.[4] Her father is from Iran. Her mother was born in Spain, to an Iranian father and a Spanish mother.[5][6] She has an older brother, Cyrus,[7] and a younger sister, Samantha, who is a production assistant.[8][9][10][11][12] Her father's family left Iran two years before the Iranian Revolution.[13][14] Her father, who was working at the American Embassy in Iran, was slated for execution when the last Shah's regime collapsed in 1979, but was able to flee the country.[4] Her birth name, Aahoo (Persian: آهو), means "gazelle" in Persian.[6] She is a great-great-granddaughter of Fath-Ali Shah Qajar, who ruled Iran from 1797 to 1834,[4] by one of his wives, Begom Khanom, daughter of Hossein Qoli Khan Afshar, niece of Begom Khanom, daughter Emam Qoli Khan Afshar, through their son Jahansouz Shah.[1]
Shahi adopted Sarah as her name in second grade after hearing a song called "Sarah" because she was "tormented" by other children about her unusual birth name.[1] At her father's behest, she grew up speaking Persian, in addition to English. Shahi's parents began entering her in beauty pageants at the age of eight.[14] Shahi attended Trinity High School, where she was captain of the volleyball and basketball teams, and Southern Methodist University, majoring in English and Theater.[15] Shahi won the Miss Fort Worth pageant in 1997.[16] Hoping to become an actress, she joined the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (1999–2000) squad despite not having cheered before, and appeared on the cover of the squad's 2000 calendar. Later, she moved to Los Angeles.[1]
Career[edit]
Shahi at the 2012 Monte-Carlo Television Festival
While working as an extra on the set of Dr. T and the Women in Texas, Shahi met director Robert Altman, who encouraged her to move to Hollywood,[1] where she received roles in several series, including Alias, Dawson's Creek, Reba, and Supernatural. In 2005 she appeared in the supporting character role of DJ Carmen de la Pica Morales on The L Word, which she joined in its second season. Shahi's two-year contract was not renewed after the end of the fourth season, and her character was written out.[17]
She also played Farah in the second season of Sleeper Cell, and also appeared in HBO's The Sopranos in 2007, in the Season 6b episode "Kennedy and Heidi" as Sonya Aragon, a stripper and college student who spends a weekend with Tony after a death in his family. In 2007, she secured a small role in Rush Hour 3 as Zoe, a scantily clad rich girl who is pursued by Chris Tucker's character, Detective Carter.
In 2007, she took on her first permanent leading role on a TV series, co-starring with Damian Lewis in the NBC series Life as homicide detective Dani Reese. The series ran for two seasons.[1][18]
In October 2009, Shahi landed the lead role in the USA Network pilot, Facing Kate. Shahi began filming in November 2009.[19] The show followed the life of Kate Reed, a legal mediator who is frustrated with the bureaucracy and injustice she witnesses in the legal system. The series title was later changed to Fairly Legal. The show was cancelled after two seasons in November 2012.[20]
Shahi was cast as a recurring love interest for Taylor Kinney's character Lt. Kelly Severide on NBC's show Chicago Fire in October 2012.[21] She was cast as the possibly recurring character of Sameen Shaw on Person of Interest. She was featured in the sixteenth episode of the second season, "Relevance", which aired in February 2013.[22] In May 2013 CBS President Nina Tassler announced that Shahi would be added as a series regular for its third season.[23] She played the daughter of Sylvester Stallone's character in the action film Bullet to the Head. Following the January 7, 2015 episode of Person of Interest, Shahi and the show's producers announced she would be leaving the show for an indefinite period of time because of her pregnancy.[24]
In February 2016, she was cast as iconic detective Nancy Drew in a planned TV series based on the books.[25] In May 2016, CBS passed on the series, and its producers announced they would continue looking for a network to air the show.[26] Also in May, Shahi resumed her appearances as Shaw on Person of Interest, until June 21, 2016, when the show ended.[27]
Personal life[edit]
Shahi married actor Steve Howey on February 7, 2009, in Las Vegas. On July 8, 2009, she gave birth to their first child, son William Wolf Howey,[28] during an at-home water birth.[29] In January 2015, she announced that she was pregnant with twins.[30] On March 1, 2015, daughter Violet Moon and son Knox Blue were born during another home birth.[31]
Shahi was named number 90 on the Maxim magazine "Hot 100 of 2005" list, moving up to number 66 in 2006[32] and 36 in 2012.[33] She appeared on the cover of Maxim's 2012 'TV's Hottest Girls' Issue in October 2012.[34] She ranked number 5 on the AfterEllen.com hot list in 2007.[35]
Filmography[edit]
Film
Year
Title
Role
Other notes
2000 Dr. T and the Women Cheerleader Uncredited
2003 Old School Erica
2003 Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde Becky, Delta Nu sister Uncredited
2005 Lot Like Love, AA Lot Like Love Starlet
2006 For Your Consideration Sanchez
2006 Dog Problem, TheThe Dog Problem Candy
2007 Rush Hour 3 Zoe
2008 Shades of Ray Sana Khaliq
2008 AmericanEast Salwah
2009 Crossing Over Pooneh Baraheri
2011 East Fifth Bliss Hattie Skunk / Hattie Rockworth
2011 I Don't Know How She Does It Janine LoPietro
2012 Static Adele Dade
2012 Bullet to the Head Lisa Bonomo
2013 The Congress Michelle
2014 Road to Paloma Eva
2014 Guns for Hire Carla
2015 Divine Access Marian
2017 Hangman Filming
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Year
Title
Role
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2000 City Guys Cheerleader Episode: "Shock Treatment"
2000 Spin City Bachelorette Episode: "Blind Faith"
2001 Boston Public Laura Episode: "Chapter Eleven"
2001 Off Centre Angelica Episode: "A Cute Triangle"
2001 Maybe It's Me Rosa Episode: "The Exchange-Student Episode"
2001–2002 Alias Jenny 7 episodes
2002 Class of ‘06 Meg Television film
2002 My Adventures in Television TV Diva Episode: "The Chinese Baby"
2003 Frasier Reservationist Episode: "Door Jam"
2003 Dawson's Creek Sadia Shaw / Mystery Girl Episodes: "Catch-22", "Sex and Violence", and "All the Right Moves"
2003 ER Tara King Episode: "The Greater Good"
2004 Century City Ms. Morris Episode: "Sweet Child of Mine"
2004–2007 Reba Bridget / Kate Episodes: "Cheyenne‘s Rival" and "To Tell You the Truth"
2005 Plan B Bronwyn Television film
2005 Supernatural Constance Welch / The Woman in White Episode: "Pilot"
2005–2009 L Word, TheThe L Word Carmen de la Pica Morales Supporting role character in 26 (of 70) episodes[36]
2005 The Drop Herself Episode: "2.49"
2006 Teachers Tina Torres Main character
2006 Sleeper Cell Farrah Episodes: "Faith" and "Torture"
2007 Sopranos, TheThe Sopranos Sonya Aragon Episode: "Kennedy and Heidi"
2007–2009 Life Dani Reese Main character, 32 episodes
2010 Psych Ruby Episode: "Thrill Seekers and Hell Raisers"
2011–2012 Fairly Legal Kate Reed Lead character, 23 episodes
2011 Young Justice Killer Frost Episode: "Terrors"
2012–2013 Chicago Fire Renee Royce 7 episodes
2013–2016 Person of Interest Sameen Shaw First appears in the Season 2 episode "Relevance",[37] and three more in that season, regular from the third season[38]
2015 Ray Donovan Hasmig Episode: "One Night in Yerevan"
2016 Pitch Natalie Luongo Episodes: "Unstoppable Forces & Immovable Objects" and "Scratched"
2017 Michael Bolton's Big, Sexy Valentine's Day Special Carmela Variety special
2017 Reverie Mara Kint Main role
References[edit]
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Jump up ^ Ng, Philiana (May 15, 2013). "'Person of Interest' Adds Sarah Shahi as Series Regular". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 25 June 2013.
Jump up ^ "The L word cast". Internet Movie Database. Retrieved 27 September 2012.
^ Jump up to: a b c Robert Rorke (January 30, 2011). "Court of appeal". New York Post. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
Jump up ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2016-03-10. Retrieved 2015-06-12.
^ Jump up to: a b Ileane Rudolph (October 6, 2008). "For Sarah Shahi, life is beautiful". TV Guide. Retrieved February 21, 2013.
Jump up ^ Matt Webb Mitovich (February 20, 2013). "On Person of Interest, Sarah Shahi trades 'wink-wink, flirt-flirt', for being 'the ultimate bad-ass'". TVLine.com. Retrieved February 21, 2013.
Jump up ^ Luaine Lee (January 19, 2011). "Life hasn't been easy for actress Sarah Shahi". News Observer. Retrieved February 21, 2013.
Jump up ^ "Sarah Shahi". Virtual Embassy of the United States Tehran, Iran. Retrieved December 16, 2014.
Jump up ^ "Sarah Shahi Trivia". TV.com. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
Jump up ^ Cyrus Mir Shahi on Twitter
Jump up ^ Samantha Shahi on Twitter
Jump up ^ Askmen.com – Sarah Shahi Biography Archived February 29, 2008, at the Wayback Machine.
^ Jump up to: a b Baron, Jeff (January 4, 2011). "With New Show, Sarah Shahi Is Ready for Her Close-Up". America.gov. U.S. Department of State. Retrieved January 7, 2011.
Jump up ^ "Rah of Iran". People.com. November 22, 1999. Archived from the original on October 19, 2012. Retrieved August 17, 2011.
Jump up ^ "Sarah Shahi: Biography". TVguide.com.
Jump up ^ "Sarah Shahi moves on from "The L Word" and "Life" to "Fairly Legal" - AfterEllen". AfterEllen. 2011-01-13. Retrieved 2016-05-16.
Jump up ^ Wilonsky, Robert (August 12, 2008). "At SMU, Apparently, Sarah Shahi Was 'Walking Blue Balls'". Dallas Observer. Unfair Park (blog). Archived from the original on August 14, 2008. Retrieved January 7, 2011.
Jump up ^ Shahi Lands Lead in USA's 'Facing Kate' Archived January 6, 2010, at the Wayback Machine.
Jump up ^ Megan Masters (November 1, 2012). "Fairly Legal Cancelled After Two-Season Run". TVLine. Retrieved November 4, 2012.
Jump up ^ Michael Ausiello (October 30, 2012). "'Chicago Fire' Cast – Sarah Shahi to Play Taylor Kinney's Love Interest". TVLine. Retrieved December 28, 2012.
Jump up ^ Sandra Gonzalez (January 8, 2013). "Sarah Shahi to recur on 'Person of Interest'". TV Guide. Retrieved February 21, 2013.
Jump up ^ Philiana Ng (May 15, 2013). "'Person of Interest' Adds Sarah Shahi as Series Regular". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved June 9, 2013.
Jump up ^ TV Guide Archived January 11, 2015, at the Wayback Machine.
Jump up ^ Hibberd, James. "Sarah Shahi cast as Nancy Drew in CBS reboot". EW.com. Retrieved 2016-02-29.
Jump up ^ Goldberg, Lesley (May 14, 2016). "CBS Passes on Nancy Drew Reboot; Drama Being Shopped Elsewhere". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved May 31, 2016.
Jump up ^ Li, Shirley (May 3, 2016). "Person of Interest: EPs preview a final season set to 'blow things up'". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved May 31, 2016.
Jump up ^ "Sarah Shahi, Steve Howey Welcome Son William Wolf". People.com. October 2, 2009. Retrieved August 16, 2011.
Jump up ^ "Sarah Shahi: How I handled my water birth". People.com. March 10, 2010. Retrieved February 21, 2013. /
Jump up ^ Entertainment Weekly Archived January 18, 2015, at the Wayback Machine.
Jump up ^ "Steve Howey and Sarah Shahi Welcome Twins Violet Moon and Knox Blue". People.com. March 6, 2015. Retrieved March 7, 2015.
Jump up ^ Sarah Shahi profile on Maxim.com Archived October 14, 2007, at the Wayback Machine.
Jump up ^ "Beautiful Celebrities and Women of 2012 | Maxim Hot 100". Maxim.com. Retrieved 2014-01-22.
Jump up ^ "Sarah Shahi Covers Maxim's 2012 'TV's Hottest Girls' Issue". Celebrity-gossip.net. 2012-09-09. Retrieved 2014-01-22.
Jump up ^ AfterEllen.com ranking Archived September 23, 2016, at the Wayback Machine.
Jump up ^ IMDB. "L word cast & crew". Retrieved 28 September 2012.
Jump up ^ "Listings – PERSON OF INTEREST on CBS". The Futon Criticom. 2013-02-21. Retrieved 2014-01-22.
Jump up ^ "'Person of Interest' Adds Sarah Shahi as Series Regular". The Hollywood Reporter. 2013-05-15. Retrieved 2014-01-22.
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