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

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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 cannot fulfil his vow to kill them for the sake of his daughters. Narada, confused, follows Krishna and questions why he refuses to kill the Magadha king.

Krishna recounts the past: Jarasandha once sought boons from Brahma. Though he already had protection against humans and gods, he feared an undefined threat—just as Hiranyakashipu once miscalculated. Jarasandha demanded that no Yadava should ever be able to slay him. Brahma granted this boon. Krishna hints that Jarasandha’s end lies elsewhere, and not by his own hands.

News of the Pandavas’ Supposed Death

Balarama trains with his mace, focused and stern, while Krishna plays the flute surrounded by gopis. Subhadra wonders why Krishna seems carefree while Balarama remains battle-minded.

A messenger arrives from Hastinapura, reporting that the Pandavas and Kunti have perished in a fire. Krishna closes his eyes, sensing deeper truth behind the news. He instructs Balarama and Subhadra not to disclose this to their parents until he confirms the facts himself.

Hidimba’s Death and Hidimbi’s Longing

As Bhima gathers fruits and water, Hidimba, consumed by hunger, sends his sister Hidimbi to fetch human prey. She sees Bhima, powerful and radiant, and falls in love instead. When she embraces him, he pushes her away.

Hidimbi follows him to the clearing where Kunti and the brothers rest. She warns them to flee before her brother arrives. Hidimba soon appears, furious at her affection toward humans. He drags her away as she cries for help.

Kunti reminds Bhima that it is his duty to protect a maiden in distress. Bhima challenges Hidimba and slays him.

Afterward, Hidimbi pleads her case—how can Kunti, being a woman, not understand her love? Yudhishtra explains that they are wanderers, unable to settle or consider marriage now, and that rakshasas live by different customs. They leave.

Shelter and Return of Hidimbi

After a long journey, the Pandavas find a derelict hut and decide to rest. Kunti, exhausted, falls asleep on a pile of hay while the brothers go in search of food.

Hidimbi arrives again, quietly preparing meals and cleaning the hut with care. When the brothers return, they wonder who transformed the place. Kunti insists she slept the entire time.

The episode closes with Hidimbi lingering unseen, her devotion unspoken.

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