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Bakasura's Atrocities at Ekachakrapura : Episode 43

Recap of the Previous Episode : Bhishma learns the Pandavas are alive and finds relief. Hidimbi gives birth to Ghatotkacha and, with his rapid growth, bids farewell as the Pandavas prepare to journey to Ekachakrapura. In Panchala, Drupada returns reassured yet uneasy about destiny. Krishna avoids confrontation with Jarasandha and commissions the construction of Dwaraka. The Pandavas head toward Ekachakrapura, where a new phase of their exile will unfold. Terror in Ekachakrapura At Ekachakrapura, guards drag away a young boy as his mother cries helplessly, begging the gods to end the torment inflicted by the demon Bakasura. Nearby, the Brahmin Upaya plays with his son. Some guards inform him that his household will be the next to offer food—and a life—to Bakasura. A heavy silence falls upon his home. Krishna is Crowned at Dwaraka Far away in Dwaraka, Vishwakarma completes a magnificent city in the middle of the sea, fortified with towering stone walls. A grand assembly gat...

The Burning of Mathura by Jarasandha : Episode 42

Recap of Previous Episode : Hidimbi reveals her divine lineage and marries Bhima with Vyasa’s approval, under Gandharva marriage. Drupada, grieving the supposed death of the Pandavas, questions the purpose of his children’s birth, but the sages warn him against doubting divine destiny. Krishna arrives in Hastinapura, speaking in riddles about the Pandavas’ fate, leading everyone except Vidura to believe they are dead. Bhima and Hidimbi begin their life together until the birth of their destined son. Bhishma Learns the Truth Bhishma is grief-stricken after the rites performed for the Pandavas. Seeing his sorrow, Vidura summons Kanaka, who narrates the events following their escape from Varanavata. Bhishma is relieved and overjoyed to learn that Kunti and the Pandavas are alive. Meanwhile, Jarasandha worships Goddess Kali and Shivalinga, distributing gifts to the needy. When he learns his daughters Asti and Prapti refuse food and grieve over Kamsa’s death, he renews his vow to des...

Krishna's Confusing Words At The Death Ceremony of the Pandavas : Episode 41

Recap of the Previous Episode : Krishna withdraws from battle with Jarasandha, revealing that the king holds a boon preventing any Yadava from killing him. News arrives that the Pandavas and Kunti have died, but Krishna senses the truth is otherwise. Meanwhile, Bhima kills Hidimba to save Hidimbi, who continues to care for the Pandavas from afar despite their refusal to stay or consider her love. Hidimbi’s Claim and Vyasa’s Arrival The Pandavas return to the cottage to find it cleaned and organised. Hidimbi appears, saying she prepared it out of love for Bhima and a sincere wish to help them. Bhima accuses her of deception, but she pleads for trust, claiming she is not a rakshasi by birth but from the Salakadangadi lineage, a divine order associated with Devi. She adds that Sage Vyasa himself will soon confirm her truth. Moments later, Sage Vyasa arrives and speaks in her favor, praising her lineage and intentions. When Bhima asks how he can marry before his elder brother, Vyasa ex...

Krishna Explains Why He Runs Away From The Battle With Jarasandha : Episode 40

Recap of Previous Episode : Drishtadyumna and Draupadi are born from the sacrificial fire to fulfil divine purposes—one to kill Drona and the other to bring ruin to arrogant Kshatriyas. Omens unsettle Hastinapura as rumours spread that a woman may cause their downfall. Drupada returns triumphantly with his children, while news of the Pandavas’ supposed death leaves Drona devastated. In the forest, Hidimbi encounters Bhima and falls in love. In Mathura, Krishna returns, and Jarasandha marches to attack. Karna remains convinced the Pandavas are still alive. Jarasandha’s Relentless Pursuit Krishna and Balarama clash with Jarasandha on the battlefield, arrows flashing like lightning. At times, Jarasandha’s strength even surpasses theirs. From the heavens, Lakshmi watches calmly while Narada observes with concern. At a decisive moment, Krishna and Balarama step down from their chariot and begin to withdraw from battle. Jarasandha fumes—he cannot strike a warrior who flees, and thus can...