160. Shakuni Accuses Karna of Betrayal
Recap of Previous Episode : Ashwathama unleashes the Narayana Astra in fury, but Krishna neutralizes it through surrender. Draupadi defends Drishtadhyumna and confronts Arjuna about selective righteousness. Bhishma accepts Drona’s death as divine will. Karna is crowned commander-in-chief, and Draupadi’s harsh rejection wounds him deeply. Karna Assumes Command Yudhishtra worries deeply as Karna takes charge as commander of the Kaurava army. Bhima laughs it off, and Arjuna is confident of his abilities — but Krishna intervenes and cautions them, reminding Arjuna of the deadly Nagastra that Karna possesses, which could end his life instantly. Meanwhile, Bhishma is delighted by Karna’s elevation. He blesses Karna warmly and reminds him: “We are all actors in the play of Time. Fight without fear of outcome.” On the battlefield, Karna is welcomed with thunderous applause. Duryodhana exults in renewed hope. Bhima’s Duel with Vikarna The sixteenth day begins fiercely. Ashwatham...