Recap of the Previous Episode : Duryodhana’s rage against Bhishma intensifies as Bhishma continues to fight with his vow unbroken. Drishtadyumna’s astras shake the battlefield, but Drona counters them. As the war stretches without resolution, Krishna hints at a plan that will isolate Bhishma — a turning point approaches. The Seventh Day Begins Sanjaya describes the battlefield to Dhritarashtra and Gandhari. The Kauravas arrange their forces in Mandala Vyuha, a complex circular formation. The Pandavas counter with the powerful Vajra Vyuha. Warriors clash fiercely across the field. Drupada battles Drona, his bitter rival. Shikhandi engages Shalya. Bhagadatta, son of Narakasura, fights Bhima. Virata confronts Purisravas. Iravan (Aravan in Tamil), son of Arjuna and Ulupi, meets the sons of Shakuni in combat, striking them down one by one. He kills eight of them with fearless vigor. Gandhari grieves deeply but restrains her sorrow, reminding herself that a Kshatriya woman mus...

Recap of the Previous Episode : Shakuni warns Duryodhana not to push Bhishma too far. On the fourth day, Bhima kills eight Kaurava princes and grief fills Hastinapura. Duryodhana rages at Bhishma while Karna feels helpless. On the fifth day, Makara Vyuha clashes with Syena Vyuha, and Bhurisravas kills ten sons of Satyaki, driving Duryodhana to mock Bhishma openly. Duryodhana’s Anger Against Bhishma Duryodhana praises the valor of Shalya, Bhurisravas and Somadatta, but his words are laced with scorn as he looks directly at Bhishma. He tells Bhishma to learn ‘true loyalty’ from them. Bhishma remains composed, explaining that he has been battling relentlessly across the breadth of the field. His words do not soften the bitterness in Duryodhana, who finds it intolerable that Bhishma has vowed not to kill the Pandavas. He is also frustrated that Bhishma’s presence prevents Karna from entering the war. Drona and Bhishma Speak in Private Later, in solitude, Drona visits Bhishma. H...

Recap of Previous Episode : Duryodhana doubts Bhishma but apologizes. The Pandavas strategize using Ardhachandra Vyuha while Bhishma responds with Garuda Vyuha. Arjuna devastates the Kaurava forces, Shikhandi confronts Bhishma but is refused battle, and Abhimanyu challenges Dushasana. Vidura’s absence is deeply felt, and Karna mourns his inability to fight. Shakuni Warns Duryodhana Dushasana criticizes Duryodhana for speaking disrespectfully to Bhishma. Disturbed, Duryodhana turns to Shakuni for advice. Shakuni agrees partially — challenging Bhishma can indeed push him to fight harder, but if Duryodhana crosses the limit, Bhishma may turn his fury against him. Duryodhana suggests bringing Karna into command, but Shakuni dismisses the idea. He reminds him that Bhishma will withdraw if Karna enters the battlefield, and if Bhishma leaves, many allied kings — who came out of respect or fear of Bhishma — will abandon the Kauravas. Duryodhana is frustrated, but Shakuni says cryptically ...

Recap of the Previous Episode : After the first day of war, Virata mourns his slain sons, and Krishna consoles Yudhishtra. Drishtadyumna forms Krauncha Vyuha while Bhishma counters with Garuda Vyuha. Bhima devastates the Kalinga army, Satyaki helps drive Bhishma off the field, and the Kauravas suffer major losses by the end of the second day. Duryodhana Questions Bhishma Duryodhana privately expresses doubt about whether Bhishma is truly exerting his full strength against the Pandavas. Bhishma’s stern silence forces Duryodhana to realize his mistake, and he apologizes quickly, ashamed of having questioned the grandsire’s loyalty and valor. Pandava Strategy Meeting The Pandavas meet with Krishna and Drishtadyumna in anxious discussion. Yudhishtra is troubled—the first two days of war have cost the Pandavas heavy losses. Drishtadyumna explains that the imbalance between the armies is vast: the Pandavas have 7 akshauhinis (1,530,900 warriors), while the Kauravas command 11 aksha...

Recap of Previous episode : Yudhishtra pauses the war to seek blessings from Bhishma, Drona, and Krupacharya. Bhishma offers all warriors a final choice to withdraw or change allegiance. Yuyutsu joins the Pandavas, while Duryodhana seethes. The battle erupts fiercely, Bhishma leads a devastating attack, and Uttara and Sweta fall in the first wave of battle. After the First Day of Battle Dhritarashtra and Gandhari express cautious relief that the Pandavas have at least managed to kill one athirathi and one maharathi on the Kaurava side. Yet from the reports, it appears the Kauravas are leading. The sun sets, and both armies withdraw from Kurukshetra to rest. Duryodhana Praises Bhishma Duryodhana is jubilant after witnessing Bhishma’s fierce performance on the first day. He showers Bhishma and Shalya with praise, but Bhishma remains unaffected. He warns Duryodhana that the battlefield is unpredictable — today he receives praise, but another day that very mouth may hurl insults. D...

Recap of Previous Episode : Krishna teaches Arjuna the eternal nature of the soul and the principles of karma yoga — action without attachment. He commands Arjuna to rise and fight to uphold dharma, reveals His divine cosmic form, and restores Arjuna’s clarity. Arjuna takes up his bow, ready for battle. Yudhishtra Steps Down from Chariot Just when Krishna raises the Panchajanya, Yudhishtra steps down from his chariot and begins walking toward the Kaurava army. Silence spreads across Kurukshetra. The conches falter. Warriors freeze. Sanjaya’s voice trembles as he narrates this moment to Dhritarashtra, awestruck and breathless. Dhritarashtra assumes Yudhishtra seeks truce — that he cannot bear to fight against his kin. Seeking Blessings Duryodhana and Dushasana exchange scornful looks, wondering what game is being played. Before anyone can speak, Yudhishtra bows before Bhishma. He expresses sorrow that destiny has forced them into battle. Bhishma places his blessings on Y...

Recap of Previous Episode : Krishna urges Karna to join the Pandavas, but Karna refuses out of unwavering loyalty to Duryodhana. Vyasa grants divine sight to Sanjaya so he can narrate the war to Dhritarashtra. As the armies take their positions, Arjuna collapses in despair and refuses to fight, unable to face his loved ones on the battlefield. Krishna speaks with calm authority. The warrior’s fear, he explains, is born from attachment to the body, not from the truth of the atma. Weapons cannot pierce the soul. Fire cannot burn it. Water cannot wet it. Wind cannot dry it. The soul is eternal, changing bodies like garments. The body falls; the atma moves on. The Duties of a Kshatriya When Arjuna questions the righteousness of killing revered elders, Krishna asks, “Who are you?” Arjuna replies: Kunti’s son, Drona’s disciple, a kshatriya. Krishna explains that all these roles arise from one identity — and with it comes duty. To uphold dharma. To protect justice. To stand against...

Recap of Previous Episode : Karna reels from Bhishma’s humiliation, but Duryodhana vows loyalty and support. Gandhari and Kunti bless only righteousness, not victory. Vidura refuses to join the war. Krishna urges Karna to fight and warns him that Bhishma will not die until Hastinapura is secure, leaving Karna torn between loyalty, honor, and destiny. Krishna Urges Karna to Choose Destiny Krishna speaks compassionately to Karna, acknowledging how unbearable it must be for a warrior to remain away from the Kurukshetra battlefield, where every kshatriya yearns to display valor. Since Karna has vowed not to fight while Bhishma lives, Krishna reminds him that the chance to participate may never come. Krishna urges him to join the Pandavas, his own brothers by birth, and rule Hastinapura with honor. Karna refuses instantly. His loyalty to Duryodhana is absolute; he declares that even if the Pandavas offer him a kingdom, nothing would separate him from his friend. Vyasa Grants Divine ...

Recap of Previous Episode : War rules are established at Upaplavya. Gandhari seeks reconciliation with Kunti, while Shakuni continues his manipulations. Shikhandi receives Krishna’s assurance to fight. Bhishma appoints the athirathis, publicly humiliates Karna, and assigns him only the rank of ardharathi. Humiliated, Karna vows not to fight while Bhishma leads. Karna’s Anguish and Duryodhana’s Consolation Karna storms into his palace, flings aside his bow and quiver, and collapses in despair. Bhanumathi is startled when he recounts how Bhishma publicly humiliated him by assigning him the low rank of ardharathi. Enraged, she demands to confront Duryodhana at once for remaining silent during the insult. Duryodhana enters with Shakuni and allows Bhanumathi to express her fury. He then gently tells Karna that if Bhishma chooses to belittle him, he himself will raise Karna to the rank of maharathi. He vows they will lead the battle together, and others may join if they wish. Karna is ...

Recap of Previous Episode : Sahadeva reveals the auspicious time for sacrifice, and Krishna alters time itself to protect the Pandavas. The ritual is completed successfully, enraging Duryodhana. Bhishma and Drishtadyumna are appointed commanders of opposing armies, and preparations for war accelerate. Rules of War Are Established Pandavas, Kauravas, Krishna, Bhishma, Shakuni, and their allies gather at Upaplavya in King Virata’s kingdom. Krishna requests Bhishma to announce the rules that will govern the battle. Bhishma declares: A warrior invited to duel must accept the challenge. No attacks on physicians or healers tending to the wounded. All fighting must cease at sunset; if battle must continue, both sides must jointly agree and arrange illumination. After sunset, warriors may freely visit the opposing camp in peace. No one may attack an unarmed warrior. A warrior retreating from battle must not be pursued or forced to continue fighting. Shakuni proposes an addit...