Sun TV Mahabharatham

Recap of Previous Episode : Jayadratha is punished and takes refuge in penance to Shiva. Kuchela receives Krishna’s divine grace. Sage Durvasa begins a ritual in Hastinapur — a dangerous test for the Kauravas. The Pandavas prepare for another turning point destined by fate. Abhimanyu Demonstrates His Skill At Dwaraka, young Abhimanyu insists on practicing archery using Balarama as the target. Krishna, Rukmini, Revati, and Subhadra watch the scene with amusement. Krishna volunteers to stand as the target, balancing a fruit on his head. Abhimanyu releases an arrow with flawless precision and strikes the fruit cleanly. Everyone applauds his extraordinary mastery, already rivaling his father Arjuna. Later, Abhimanyu challenges Balarama to a friendly mace duel. His agility impresses even the seasoned master of the gada. Abhimanyu then requests instruction on breaking through formation warfare — especially the Chakravyuha. Krishna promises to teach him on an auspicious day. Dur...

Recap of Previous Episode : Jayadratha abducts Draupadi from Dwaitavana. Pandavas vow revenge and chase him relentlessly. A fierce confrontation awaits, and Jayadratha learns the terrible cost of dishonoring Draupadi. Pandavas Capture Jayadratha Arjuna and Bhima track Jayadratha and find him speeding away in his chariot with Draupadi. Arjuna releases a flaming arrow that circles the chariot and halts it instantly. Jayadratha boasts and threatens them, but Arjuna subdues him effortlessly. The brothers escort him to Yudhishtra for judgment. Yudhishtra chooses forgiveness. But Draupadi, still trembling from the humiliation, demands a punishment that will teach him respect for women. She reminds the assembly that Jayadratha dragged her by the hair—an unforgivable act. Yudhishtra orders that Jayadratha’s head be completely shaved and commands that from this day forward he must introduce himself publicly as “slave of the Pandavas” and remain shaven in shame. Ashamed and broken, J...

Recap of Previous Episode : Karna defeats the world and brings tribute to Hastinapur. Duryodhana performs the Vishnu Yagna. Karna swears a dreadful vow to kill Arjuna or die. Yudhishtra is deeply troubled by a sinister dream. Storm clouds gather toward the second dice game and exile preparations. Yudhishtra Awakens from a Terrifying Dream Yudhishtra wakes in panic from a troubling dream. He tells his brothers that he has seen Karna taking a vow before Agni that he will kill Arjuna. Arjuna brushes off the fear, convinced that Karna cannot defeat him in battle. Yudhishtra warns him not to underestimate Karna, who was born with kavacha-kundalas that make him invincible. Arjuna answers quietly that even if he dies in battle, Bhima will surely fulfill Arjuna’s vow of killing Karna. Yudhishtra trembles and says he cannot bear the thought of life without Arjuna. Draupadi consoles them gently, and the rest of the night passes in uneasy silence. The Story of Kuchela and Krishna ...

Recap of Previous Episode : Duryodhana attempts suicide out of unbearable humiliation. He is saved by the Daitya king, who strengthens his resolve. Duryodhana returns burning with renewed determination. The forces of adharma consolidate strength against Pandavas. Dark clouds move toward the future war. Duryodhana Returns to Hastinapur in Shame Duryodhana returns to Hastinapur after being rescued by the Pandavas from the Gandharva Chitrasena. The Kuru elders already know the full story, including the humiliating defeat and the rescue offered by the Pandavas. Vidura reprimands Duryodhana sharply, reminding him that he has no right to pursue the Pandavas after unjustly robbing them of their kingdom. Bhishma scolds him for his childish arrogance and praises the Pandavas for their moral greatness and true kshatriya dignity. Karna intervenes, defending his friend passionately. Bhishma rebukes him by belittling his strength and taunting him about the mystery surrounding his b...

Recap of Previous Episode : Chitrasena captures Duryodhana, Shakuni, and Dushasana for their arrogance. Bhanumathi seeks refuge with the Pandavas. Draupadi persuades the Pandavas to uphold dharma and rescue their enemies. Arjuna persuades Chitrasena to release the captives as per Yudhishtra’s command. Duryodhana returns humiliated and burning with resentment. Duryodhana Burns with Humiliation Arjuna persuades Chitrasena to release the captives as per Yudhishtra’s command. He brings them as captives to Yudhishtra. Duryodhana, Dushshasana, and Shakuni stand handcuffed before Yudhishtra. Yudhishtra orders Arjuna and Bhima to release them. Bhima cannot resist and mocks them openly. The Kauravas burn with humiliation at receiving mercy from those they consider inferior. Duryodhana offers to give compensation to Yudhishtra, but Yudhishtra declines. Duryodhana feels humiliated by this refusal. Shakuni attempts to salvage their pride. He declares that since Duryodhana is th...

Recap of Previous Episode : Indra returns Arjuna with divine weapons, declaring the Pandavas unstoppable. Shikhandi wears Amba’s garland, preparing for the future battle with Bhishma. Duryodhana, Karna, and Shakuni insult the Pandavas in Dwaitavana. Kaurava soldiers clash with Gandharva Chitrasena, triggering major conflict. Gandharva Chitrasena Repels the Kauravas Duryodhana’s soldiers return and report that the Gandharva Chitrasena has refused to vacate Dwaitavana and has threatened dire consequences for trespassing. Dushasana boasts that he will teach the Gandharva a lesson, but within moments he is overpowered and imprisoned. Soon after, Chitrasena arrives in his celestial aerial chariot where Duryodhana, Karna, and Shakuni are seated. He demands to know who Duryodhana is and announces that Dushasana is already captive. Shakuni warns Duryodhana not to fight the Gandharvas, reminding him that these celestial warriors were powerful enough to kill their ancestor Chitr...

Recap of Previous Episode : Parasurama discovers Karna’s lie and curses him to forget the Brahmastra when he needs it most. Shikhandi returns to Panchala with permanent masculinity; Sthulakarna remains cursed. Urvashi softens her curse on Arjuna to one year. Bhima meets Lord Hanuman and learns of the Saugandhika flower’s location. Shakuni plots another scheme to torment the Pandavas. Indra Brings Arjuna Back to Dwaitavana Indra brings his son Arjuna back to the Pandavas’ cottage in Dwaitavana. He announces proudly that the divyastras Arjuna has received from Shiva and other gods have made the Pandavas invincible. The most formidable among them, the Pashupatastra, given after Arjuna’s duel with Shiva disguised as a hunter, ensures certain victory over the Kauravas when war arrives. Shikhandi Dons Amba’s Garland At Panchala, Drupada discusses plans with Drishtadyumna and Shikhandi to build a shrine for Lord Subramanya. Shikhandi notices a garland hanging on a spear and is...