Recap of Previous Episode : Arjuna chooses Krishna, while Duryodhana takes the Narayani Sena. Preparations begin for Abhimanyu’s marriage, Narada warns of war, and Indra plans to take Karna’s armour. Dhritarashtra falters under Duryodhana’s pressure and refuses to let anyone attend the wedding. Kunti Decides Not to Attend Abhimanyu’s Wedding Kunti empathizes with Duryodhana and rebukes Vidura and the elders for repeatedly telling the young prince that he would be the future emperor of Hastinapur. She admits that his greatest flaw is only his deep-seated hatred for the Pandavas, while his administration is otherwise commendable. She insists that as a Kshatriya queen, she must respect the ruling king’s command. Therefore, she decides not to attend Abhimanyu’s wedding and sends a messenger to convey her decision to Yudhishtra. The Pandavas receive the message. Yudhishtra says he expected this outcome and urges Bhima to stay calm. They proceed with the wedding ceremonies without K...

Recap of Previous Episode : Somadatta supports Duryodhana’s attempt to force another exile on the Pandavas. Yudhishtra prepares for both diplomacy and war, sending Arjuna to seek Krishna’s aid. Bhishma, Vidura and Drona turn to Krishna for direction but remain indecisive. Shakuni persuades Duryodhana to travel to Dwaraka and beg for Krishna’s alliance. Arjuna and Duryodhana Arrive at Dwaraka Arjuna reaches Dwaraka and meets his son Abhimanyu. While they are speaking, Duryodhana arrives and rushes inside the palace with urgency. Krishna observes both arrivals and retires pretending to rest. Duryodhana chooses to sit beside Krishna’s head, while Arjuna quietly enters later and sits at Krishna’s feet. When Krishna opens His eyes, He sees Arjuna first. Duryodhana protests, claiming that he arrived earlier and therefore deserves priority. Krishna smiles and insists that since His eyes first meet Arjuna, Arjuna may make his request first. He reassures Duryodhana that his desire too ...

Recap of Previous Episode : Arjuna defeats the Kauravas and reveals the Pandavas at Virata’s court. Uttara is given in marriage to Abhimanyu. Duryodhana and Shakuni plan to use astrological argument to force another twelve-year exile. Meanwhile, Radha demonstrates the power of pure devotion, and Kunti fears Duryodhana’s next move. Somadatta Supports Duryodhana’s Claim Somadatta promises Duryodhana that he will support the argument that the Pandavas were discovered before the completion of the one-year ajnatavasa. Duryodhana invites Somadatta and Bhurisravas to stay longer in Hastinapur, and they gladly accept, anticipating the debate in the royal court. Pandavas Receive the Message from Hastinapur In Virata’s palace, the Pandavas sit together discussing preparations for the wedding of Abhimanyu and Princess Uttara. Yudhishtra plans to send invitations to Hastinapur, Panchala and Dwaraka. At that moment, a messenger arrives from Hastinapur carrying Duryodhana’s command: the P...

Recap of Previous Episode : Virata faces a two-sided assault from Susharma and the Kauravas. Brihannala reveals himself as Arjuna and defeats the Kaurava army with Uttara. The palace rejoices in victory, but Arjuna’s true identity remains unannounced until the next day. Arjuna Narrates the Battle to His Brothers At their secret nightly meeting, Arjuna recounts the events of the battle with Duryodhana and the Kaurava army. He describes how he takes Prince Uttara to the vanni tree where the Pandavas had earlier hidden their divine weapons. Revealing himself to be Arjuna, he takes up the Gandiva bow, and Brihannala transforms into the mighty warrior the world knows. Arjuna says that when he aimed the Gandiva at Bhishma, the arrow bent in reverence before the grandsire. Seeing this extraordinary sight, Duryodhana grows suspicious and declares that Brihannala must be Arjuna. Arjuna neither confirms nor denies it, instead challenging him to fight. Arjuna releases the Mohini Astra,...

Recap of Previous Episode : Keechaka’s murder shakes Virata’s palace, and Bhima kills all the hundred brothers who try to burn Draupadi alive. The news reaches Hastinapura, and Shakuni concludes that the Pandavas are hidden in Virata’s kingdom. He persuades Duryodhana to invade Virata with the help of Trigarta king Susharma, despite the strong objections of Bhishma and Vidura. Karna Accuses Bhishma in the Court of Hastinapur Karna accuses Bhishma of being disloyal to the throne of Hastinapur, claiming that his sympathies always lie with the Pandavas. Bhishma is deeply wounded by the allegation but remains composed. Determined to prove his loyalty, he declares his readiness to lead an attack against Virata, who is believed to be sheltering the Pandavas. Dritarashtra orders Bhishma to act immediately. The plan is to steal the royal cows first and then invade Virata from all sides. Bhishma instructs Trigarta king Susharma to march from the south, while the Kaurava forces close...

Recap of Previous Episode : Krishna and Satyabhama bring the Parijata tree from heaven. In Virata’s palace, Keechaka threatens Draupadi with exposure. Following Bhima’s plan, Draupadi lures Keechaka to the dance hall, where Bhima confronts and kills him. Meanwhile, Duryodhana continues searching for the Pandavas, suspecting they are still in Virata’s kingdom. Keechaka’s Body Is Found After killing Keechaka, Bhima and Draupadi quietly leave the dance hall. At dawn, a maid enters the hall and lets out a horrified scream—the body of Keechaka lies crushed and mangled in the centre of the room. The palace guards, courtiers and common people rush in, and the news spreads like wildfire. Keechaka’s Brothers Seek Revenge Keechaka’s brothers recall Draupadi’s desperate plea for help and her warning that her Gandharva husbands would destroy Keechaka if he touched her again. Convinced that only a mighty unseen warrior could have killed their invincible brother, they drag Draupadi viol...

Recap of Previous Episode : Draupadi is assaulted by Keechaka in Virata’s court while the Pandavas hold back in disguise. Krishna leads Bhama to slay Narakasura, giving rise to Deepavali. Dushasana arrives in Virata’s court and begins uncovering the Pandavas’ identities. Krishna and Satyabhama Return with the Parijata Tree After Narakasura’s death, Indra thanks Krishna and Satyabhama for saving the Devas and freeing the imprisoned women. Satyabhama reminds Indra of his promise to give her the Parijata tree. Indra hesitates, but Narada intervenes and advises that the tree may be taken to Earth, on the condition that it will be restored to Devaloka once Krishna and Satyabhama return. Krishna agrees, and together they bring the Parijata (Karpaka Vriksha) to Dwaraka. Keechaka Threatens Draupadi Meanwhile in Virata’s palace, Keechaka overhears the secret discussion between Draupadi and the Pandavas. He confronts her and threatens to expose the Pandavas’ identities to Dushasan...

Recap of Previous Episode : Duryodhana attempts to deceive Kunti with false repentance but fails, later killing Kanaka in frustration and discovering a clue linking Pandavas to Virata’s kingdom. Meanwhile, Krishna negotiates with Indra to defeat Narakasura. In Virata’s palace, Keechaka’s lust and power push Draupadi into danger, forcing her to seek refuge publicly in the court. Keechaka Insults Draupadi in Virata’s Court Draupadi escapes from Keechaka’s grip and rushes into King Virata’s court, crying for protection. The king initially agrees to shelter her, but when he learns that Keechaka is the attacker, he withdraws helplessly, admitting shamefully that he has no authority and that all real power rests with Keechaka. Keechaka barges into the hall and continues his advances. Draupadi resists fiercely, and before the entire assembly, Keechaka kicks her brutally, even as Kanka (Yudhishtra) sits in silence and Ballava (Bhima) serves drinks to the courtiers. Draupadi turns ...

Recap of Previous Episode : / The Pandavas complete their twelve-year exile and prepare for Ajnatavasa, hiding their identities and entering King Virata’s palace. Krishna appears in Indraloka through a sacred fire to answer Indra’s plea for help against Narakasura, setting in motion a plan involving Rukmini and Bhama. Meanwhile, Keechaka’s dangerous interest in Sairandhri foreshadows the next challenge the Pandavas will face. Duryodhana Tries to Deceive Kunti As previously plotted with Shakuni, Duryodhana visits Kunti and falls at her feet, pretending remorse. He claims that he wishes to return the kingdom to the Pandavas and begs her to reveal where they are staying. Kunti replies honestly that she does not know their location and urges him to wait until they return after one year of Ajnatavasa. Duryodhana insists that she should trust him, and at that moment Vidura arrives. Appearing to support Duryodhana, Vidura remarks that he trusts him completely and tells him that...

Recap for Previous Episode : The demon fails to destroy the Pandavas and kills Kalamuni instead. At the lake, Yudhishtra answers Yaksha’s questions and earns back his brothers’ lives. The Pandavas prepare for the year of living incognito. In heaven, the devas plead for Krishna’s help against Narakasura. Pandavas Leave Dwaitavana After completing twelve long years of exile, the Pandavas leave Dwaitavana to plan their Ajnatavasa, the year of living incognito. As Sage Dhaumya had warned, spies sent by Duryodhana secretly follow them. Bhima swiftly eliminates every spy they encounter. At one point he raises his mace to strike another spy but discovers that it is Kanika, sent by Vidura. Yudhishtra stops Bhima and requests Kanika to return to Hastinapura and inform Vidura that the Pandavas are safe. Sahadeva advises Bhima to carry the body of one of the slain spies, so the Pandavas travel further with a corpse slung across Bhima’s shoulder — ensuring no one suspects that they are ...