The shocking death of Kichaka raises alarm in Hastinapura. Duryodhana suspects that only someone as mighty as Bhima could have slain the powerful commander. He discusses his doubts with Karna, Dushasana, and Shakuni. Sensing an opportunity, it is Shakuni who devises a cunning plan—to attack the cattle of the Matsya kingdom from two directions. This would not only provoke the kingdom but also force the hidden Pandavas to reveal themselves.

As the Kauravas launch their attack, panic spreads in Matsya. In a bold display of youthful pride, Prince Uttara boasts that he will singlehandedly defeat mighty warriors like Bhishma, Drona, and Karna. But the moment he reaches the battlefield and sees the real might of the Kaurava army, his courage falters—and he turns to flee. What follows is a turning point that will reveal much more than Uttara expects.

In this gripping episode of Mareyalagada Mahabharata, the Pandavas, now in disguise, have quietly settled in the Matsya kingdom for their final year of exile. As they adjust to their hidden roles, danger brews in the royal court. Kichaka, the arrogant and powerful commander-in-chief, returns from a victorious war and is instantly infatuated by Draupadi’s beauty. When his obsession turns threatening, Draupadi turns to Bhima for help. What follows is a dramatic night where Bhima, disguised in a saree, lures Kichaka into his own weapon chamber—only to unleash his fury and end the tyrant’s reign of terror.

In this episode, the Pandavas prepare to enter the final phase of their exile—Ajñatavāsa, the year of incognito living. With their 12 years in the forest completed, they now face the challenge of blending into ordinary life while remaining hidden from their enemies.

They change their appearance, assume new names andidentities and carefully plan how to stay in touch without revealing themselves. Guided by the wise priest Dhaumya, they learn how to adapt their royal bearing to the role of humble servants—a life they have never known.

With their divine weapons safely hidden and theirstrategy in place, the Pandavas set out for the Matsya kingdom, where their next chapter begins.

In this thought-provoking episode, the Pandavas face a mysterious challenge in theforest. One by one, they fall unconscious after drinking from a forbiddenlake—ignoring the warning of a hidden Yaksha who demands answers to his questions.

It is Yudhishthira, the eldest, who approaches with patience and humility. He engages in a deep andmeaningful dialogue with the Yaksha, answering profound questions about life, values, duty, and truth. Yudhishthira’s wisdom not only saves his brothers, but also reveals timeless lessons that are just as relevant today as they were then.

🎧 Listen to Mareyalaagada Mahabharata – Episode 37, whereknowledge triumphs over haste, and wisdom becomes the key to survival.

In this gripping episode, Jayadratha, the Sindhu king and brother-in-law of Duryodhana, encounters Draupadi alone in Kamyaka Vana during a hunting trip. Captivated by her beauty and blinded by arrogance, he dares to abduct her whilethe Pandavas were away.

But Draupadi’s cries do not go unheard. Bhima and Arjuna arrive in time, confront Jayadratha, and rescue her. As a mark of justice and disgrace, Bhima punishes him by shaving half of his head. This incident leads to Jayadratha acquiringa boon to defeat the Pandavas in the Kurukshetra War.

In this episode, Duryodhana once again plots against the exiled Pandavas — this time by sending the fiery sage Durvasa to visit them, hoping his unpredictable temper would lead to their downfall. The sage arrives just after Draupadi has finished her meal, when the divine Akshaya Patra can no longer provide food for the day.Distressed and helpless, Draupadi fears the wrath of Durvasa, whose curses arelegendary.
Listen to know how the Pandavas are saved from another cleverly laid trap.

This episode narrates Duryodhana’s arrogant attempt to flaunt his wealth before the exiled Pandavas.Hoping to humiliate them, he journeys into the forest—but his plan backfires when he clashes with Chitrangada, a powerful Gandharva king, and is captured. The twist lies in Yudhishthira’s magnanimity. Upon learning of Duryodhana's plight, he instructs Bhima and Arjuna to rescue him—reminding that kinship must rise above rivalry during moments of distress. Duryodhana is freed but returns to Hastinapura disgraced and defeated.

Bhima, proud of his strength, faces an unexpected challenge in the forest—a humble old monkey who refuses to move. What follows is a profound encounter with Hanumanta that humbles Bhima and teaches him the deeper meaning of true strength, mindfulness, and humility.