Sun TV Mahabharatham

Recap of Previous Episode : Duryodhana regrets Karna’s humiliation, while Karna accepts the Nagastra through Ashwasena. Pandavas demand the return of Indraprastha, but Duryodhana refuses. Dhritarashtra plans to send Sanjaya with a deceitful message. Kunti confronts Duryodhana and vows that her sons will reclaim the kingdom. Kunti Declares That the Pandavas Will Claim Their Rightful Throne Kunti is enraged that Duryodhana remains obstinate and unrepentant about returning Indraprastha. Her voice trembles with fury as she asserts that the Pandavas will seize Hastinapur—their rightful inheritance—unjustly withheld despite Pandu gifting the kingdom to Dhritarashtra out of goodwill. Sanjaya Delivers Dhritarashtra’s Message Sanjaya arrives at Virata’s court with a message from Dhritarashtra. He asks Yudhishtra to return to the forest and pursue a life of meditation, claiming it will bring him spiritual merit. The four younger Pandavas burn with indignation and unanimously support a...

Recap of Previous Episode : Kunti refuses to attend the wedding respecting Duryodhana’s command. Abhimanyu marries Uttara. Karna sacrifices his divine armour to Indra and receives the Shakti weapon. Shakuni insults Karna, creating tension in the Kaurava camp. Krishna advises the Pandavas to seek clarity before choosing war. Duryodhana Regrets Shakuni’s Insult to Karna Duryodhana is deeply disturbed by Shakuni’s harsh words to Karna the previous day. He cannot bear to see his dear friend insulted as a sutaputra—the son of a charioteer. Even though Karna has lost his strategic advantage by giving away the kavacha kundala, Duryodhana refuses to let friendship be sacrificed for politics. Karna’s Anguish Over His Birth Karna sits alone on the stone steps beside a temple tank, grieving. The lifelong humiliation of his unknown parentage becomes unbearable and he cries out in agony, “Amma! Who am I? Why was I abandoned?” Kunti happens to be there and overhears his cry. Her heart tre...

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 ...