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Mahabharat by Kumar Varun

This series is a simplified retelling of the epic Indian scripture, “Mahabharata”. It is important to note that this version does not encompass the full depth, complexity, and nuances of the original text, which spans multiple volumes and contains numerous intricate storylines. The purpose of this simplified retelling is to make it easy for interested viewers to grasp the fundamental narrative and lessons that are inherent to this ancient tale. While sincere efforts have been made to remain

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00:09:44

Ep. 92: Bhima vs. Duryodhana: The War Ends in Blood

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/06/17

Narrated by Kumar Varun. The war has come to its final moment. With his army wiped out and his greatest warriors slain, Duryodhana stands alone—the last Kaurava left. As he goes in a lake, Yudhishthira challenges him to a final duel. Bhima and Duryodhana face off in an earth-shaking mace battle—the greatest showdown of the war. The oath of vengeance is fulfilled, and Duryodhana falls. But even in death, he refuses to surrender.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Krishna

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00:05:33

Ep.91: The Blood Oath & The Final Duel: Bhima vs...

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/06/08

Narrated by Kumar Varun. Bhima brutally fulfills his vow against Duhsasana, avenging Draupadi’s humiliation. Meanwhile, the long-awaited duel between Karna and Arjuna unfolds—but when Karna’s chariot sinks into the earth, fate delivers its verdict. Krishna urges Arjuna to strike, and Karna falls. The Kaurava army loses its greatest warrior. The war is about to end.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Krishna Dwaipayana. Mahabharata. (Critical Edition, Bhandarkar Oriental

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00:07:27

Ep. 90 : The Night Battle & The Fall of Drona

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/06/06

Narrated by Kumar Varun. On the fourteenth night, Ghatotkacha wreaked havoc, forcing Karna to use his divine weapon, saving Arjuna but costing the Pandavas dearly. Drona killed Virata and Drupada before Bhima’s trick—killing an elephant named Ashwatthama—broke his spirit. Believing his son was dead, Drona surrendered to fate, and Dhrishtadyumna beheaded him. Yudhishthira’s first lie cost him his divine purity—his chariot, once floating, finally touched the earth.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested

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00:06:22

Ep. 89: The Illusion of Dusk: Krishna’s Trick and...

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/06/05

Narrated by Kumar Varun. On the 14th day, Arjuna raced to kill Jayadratha before sunset—or die trying. As the Kauravas fiercely defended him, Krishna created an illusion, making Jayadratha lower his guard. Arjuna seized the moment, severing his head and fulfilling a deadly curse. As the Pandavas celebrated, the war raged on—now breaking all rules.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further reading:1. Vyasa, Krishna-Dwaipayana. The Mahabharata (Critical Edition). Bhandarkar Oriental Research

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00:08:57

Ep. 88: The Price of Revenge: Satyaki vs Bhurisravas

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/06/03

Narrated by Kumar Varun. On Kurukshetra, an old feud reignites as Bhurisravas overpowers Satyaki. Just as he prepares the final blow, Arjuna intervenes, severing his arm. Accused of dishonor, Bhurisravas sits in meditation—only to be beheaded by a vengeful Satyaki, shocking all. Condemned across the battlefield, it’s a reminder that in war, rage often triumphs over reason. Meanwhile, Arjuna races against the setting sun—Jayadratha must die before nightfall.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further

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00:07:59

Ep.87: Bhima’s Wrath: The Fall of the Kaurava Princes

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/05/26

Narrated by Kumar Varun. Bhima’s fury explodes as he cuts through the Kaurava ranks, slaughtering Duryodhana’s brothers one by one. Even Vikarna, the only Kaurava who defended Draupadi, falls to Bhima’s unstoppable rage. Meanwhile, Karna and Bhima engage in a brutal duel, but Karna, bound by his promise to Kunti, refuses to kill him—choosing instead to insult him. Just as Bhima prepares to strike back, Arjuna and Krishna arrive, forcing Karna to retreat. The sun inches closer to the horizon, and the

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00:08:32

Ep.86: Bhima vs. Karna: The Battle of Fury

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/05/16

Narrated by Kumar Varun. On the fourteenth day of the Mahabharata war, the battlefield burned with multiple duels of destiny. Bhima charged through the Kaurava ranks to reach Arjuna, but Karna stood in his way.Bhima vs. Karna – A Battle of Brutality and Strategy.The Sun Moves Closer to the Horizon – Will Arjuna Reach Jayadratha?The war rages on, and the fate of the Pandavas hangs in the balance.Sources, Bibliography, and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Krishna-Dwaipayana. The Mahabharata:

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00:07:20

Ep. 84: The Fire and the Flood: Drona and Satyaki’s...

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/05/12

Narrated by Kumar Varun. The battle rages as Satyaki and Drona clash in an intense duel. When Satyaki falters, Yudhishthira faces a tough choice. Meanwhile, Krishna’s conch sounds—but Arjuna’s bow is silent. Fearing the worst, Yudhishthira orders Satyaki to break through enemy lines to find Arjuna. But can he survive the Kaurava onslaught?Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Kisari Mohan Ganguli. The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa. Munshiram Manoharlal Publishers,

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00:05:03

Ep. 83: Arjuna vs. Duryodhana: The Last Barrier...

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/05/06

Narrated by Kumar Varun. With time slipping away, Arjuna presses forward to fulfill his oath and slay Jayadratha before sunset. But standing in his way is Duryodhana, protected by an impenetrable armor gifted by Drona. A fierce battle ensues, but Arjuna, knowing the armor’s weakness, forces the Kaurava prince to retreat in disgrace. As Krishna blows his conch, the Kaurava army scrambles to defend Jayadratha. With eight of their greatest warriors blocking his path, can Arjuna break through before the

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00:07:45

Ep.81: Sunset’s Ultimatum: Arjuna’s Oath Against...

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/04/28

Narrated by Kumar Varun. After the tragic fall of Abhimanyu, Yudhishthira is consumed by grief, lamenting the cost of ambition. Sage Vyasa offers words of wisdom, but the sorrow in the Pandava camp is immeasurable. Meanwhile, Arjuna senses impending doom, and upon learning of his son’s fate, his anguish turns to fury. In an earth-shaking vow, he swears to kill Jayadratha before sunset the next day—or end his own life. As the Gandiva sings and Krishna’s conch echoes, the battlefield braces for

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00:06:20

Ep. 80: Abhimanyu’s Last Stand

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/03/18

Narrated by Kumar Varun. On the thirteenth day of the Mahabharata war, Abhimanyu, the young son of Arjuna, broke into Drona’s deadly Chakravyuha formation. But before the Pandavas could follow, Jayadratha sealed the breach, trapping Abhimanyu inside alone. Undeterred, he fought like a warrior possessed, cutting through the Kaurava army with unmatched skill. But facing the combined assault of Drona, Karna, Kripa, Ashwatthama, and others, his weapons were destroyed, and he was overpowered in a brutal

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00:08:07

Ep. 79: The Thirteenth Day: Abhimanyu Enters the...

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/03/11

Narrated by Kumar Varun. On the thirteenth day of the Kurukshetra war, Drona sets a deadly trap—the Chakravyuha formation—to capture Yudhishthira. With Arjuna drawn away by the Samsaptakas, the Pandavas turn to Abhimanyu, the young warrior who knows how to enter but not exit the formation. With fierce determination, Abhimanyu smashes through Drona’s defenses, but Jayadratha seals the breach, trapping him inside. Surrounded by the Kaurava army, Abhimanyu fights alone, displaying unmatched skill and

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00:10:10

Ep.78: The War Elephant Unleashed: Bhima’s Struggle...

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/03/07

Narrated by Kumar Varun. On the twelfth day of the Mahabharata war, the mighty Bhagadatta, king of Pragjyotisha, unleashed terror upon the Pandavas atop his legendary war elephant, Supratika. Bhima was nearly crushed in battle, and the Pandava forces struggled to contain the destruction. As Arjuna rushed to intervene, Bhagadatta unleashed a divine weapon, the Vaishnava Astra, aimed at Arjuna’s destruction. But in a moment of divine intervention, Krishna stepped in, defying fate itself. Witness the

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00:06:54

Ep. 77: The Twelfth Day: Drona’s Relentless Advance

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/03/06

Narrated by Kumar Varun. On the twelfth day of the Kurukshetra war, Drona devised a plan to capture Yudhishthira, knowing it was impossible with Arjuna nearby. The Trigarta brothers, under Susarma’s leadership, took a deadly oath to challenge Arjuna and draw him away. While Arjuna decimated the samsaptakas in a fierce battle, Drona launched an unrelenting assault on the Pandava forces, seeking to reach Yudhishthira. Despite their valor, many Pandava warriors, including Satyajit and Satanika, fell to

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00:05:33

Ep.75: Master of Strategy: Drona Takes Command

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/03/04

Narrated by Kumar Varun. Following Bhishma’s fall, Dronacharya is appointed as the commander of the Kaurava army. Under his leadership, the Kauravas regroup and launch devastating attacks against the Pandavas. For five days, Drona’s strategies and combat skills inflict heavy losses on the Pandava forces. Despite his brilliance, the conflict raises questions of loyalty and dharma as the teacher wages war against his former students.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further reading:1. Kamala

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00:05:46

Ep 74: Karna and Bhishma: A Meeting of Destinies

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/03/03

Narrated by Kumar Varun. As Bhishma lay wounded on his bed of arrows, Karna visited him, seeking forgiveness and blessings. Bhishma, deeply moved, revealed Karna's true lineage as Kunti's firstborn and urged him to reconcile with the Pandavas. However, Karna, bound by loyalty to Duryodhana, resolved to repay his friend's trust with his life if necessary. With Bhishma incapacitated, Karna joined the Kaurava forces, bringing hope to their demoralized camp. This meeting showcases Karna's steadfast

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00:06:29

Ep: 73: Bhishma's Fall: The Tenth Day of the...

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/02/18

Narrated by Kumar Varun.On the tenth day of the Kurukshetra war, Arjuna, guided by Krishna, confronts Bhishma with Sikhandin leading the charge. Adhering to his vow, Bhishma refuses to fight Sikhandin and is struck down by Arjuna’s arrows. Falling on a bed of arrows, Bhishma remains alive, awaiting the auspicious Uttarayana to depart. Even in his final moments, he calls on Duryodhana to make peace with the Pandavas, but his wise counsel goes unheeded.Bibliography, Sources and Suggested further

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00:07:27

Ep 72: The Ninth Day: Arjuna’s Dilemma and Krishna’s...

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/02/13

Narrated by Kumar Varun.The ninth day of the battle sees Duryodhana accusing Bhishma of not fighting wholeheartedly, prompting the Grandsire to reaffirm his commitment while refusing to fight Sikhandin or kill the Pandavas. Bhishma then wreaks havoc on the Pandava army, demoralizing them. Krishna urges Arjuna to fight with resolve, but Arjuna’s reluctance to attack Bhishma frustrates Krishna, who nearly breaks his vow of non-violence. Bhishma welcomes Krishna’s approach with open arms, but Arjuna

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00:07:51

Ep 71: The Eighth Day: Iravan Falls, Ghatotkacha Rises

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/02/12

Narrated by Kumar Varun.The eighth day of the Kurukshetra war saw Bhishma deploying the Kaurava forces in the tortoise formation, countered by the Pandavas’ three-pronged assault. Bhima killed eight of Duryodhana’s brothers, fulfilling part of his vow. The Pandavas suffered a loss with the death of Arjuna’s son, Iravan, which spurred Ghatotkacha into a ferocious assault. Bhima joined his son to wreak havoc, killing sixteen of Duryodhana’s brothers. By sunset, the Kaurava camp was left battered and

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00:06:43

Ep.69 : The Sixth Day: Bhima’s Wrath and Drona’s...

Mahabharat by Kumar Varun ·

2025/01/21

Narrated by Kumar Varun. On the sixth day of battle, the Pandavas fought in a crocodile formation (Makara Vyuha) against the Kauravas' heron formation (Krauncha Vyuha). Bhima launched a ferocious attack on Duryodhana’s brothers, fighting on foot with his mace and causing widespread destruction. Dhrishtadyumna saved Bhima from being overwhelmed, while Drona devastated the Pandava forces, forcing Dhrishtadyumna to retreat.Bhima and Duryodhana clashed, with Bhima leaving Duryodhana unconscious before

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