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Part 1: The Origins and The Rivalry (Episodes 1–15)

Introduction of the Kuru lineage and the birth of the protagonists.

• Ep 1: Introduction to the Mahabharata; King Shantanu and Satyavati.
• Ep 2: Bhishma’s vow of celibacy (Bhishma Pratigya).
• Ep 3: The birth of Dhritarashtra, Pandu, and Vidur.
• Ep 4: Pandu becomes King; The marriage to Kunti and Madri.
• Ep 5: Pandu’s curse; The birth of the Kauravas (Duryodhan) and Pandavas (Yudhishthir, Bhim, Arjun).
• Ep 6: The birth of Nakul and Sahadev; The arrival of Karna (born to Kunti before marriage).
• Ep 7: Pandu’s death; Karna is adopted by Adhirath; Kunti brings the Pandavas to Hastinapur.
• Ep 8: Duryodhan plots to kill Bhim; Bhim survives poisoning.
• Ep 9: Entry of Shakuni; The rivalry begins between Duryodhan and Bhim.
• Ep 10: The education of the princes; Dronacharya (Drona) arrives.
• Ep 11: Drona’s past with Drupada; Drona becomes the teacher of the Kuru princes.
• Ep 12: Ekalavya cuts his thumb as Guru Dakshina.
• Ep 13: Arjun proves he is the best archer; Karna challenges Arjun at the tournament.
• Ep 14: Karna is humiliated for his low caste; Duryodhan crowns him King of Anga.
• Ep 15: Karna’s lifelong friendship with Duryodhan begins; Drona asks for his Guru Dakshina (defeat of Drupada).

Key Cast Reference

If you are trying to identify an actor while watching, here is the core cast list:

• Lord Krishna: Saurabh Raj Jain
• Arjun: Shaheer Sheikh
• Draupadi: Pooja Sharma
• Karna: Gautam Rode
• Duryodhan: Arav Chowdhary
• Bheeshma: Arav Akash
• Shakuni: Praneet Bhat

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Part 3: The Rise of Indraprastha & The Fall (Episodes 31–65)

Prosperity, ego, and the fateful game of dice. index of mahabharat star plus

• Ep 31–40: Construction of Indraprastha; The Raaj Surya Yagya; The burning of Khandav forest; Arjun marries Subhadra; Birth of Abhimanyu.
• Ep 41–50: Arjun breaks the rule of privacy with Draupadi and accepts exile; Meeting Lord Shiva; Battles during exile; Duryodhan’s jealousy grows.
• Ep 51–60: Construction of the Maya Sabha (Hall of Illusions); Duryodhan falls into a pool and is mocked by Draupadi; Duryodhan swears revenge.
• Ep 61: The invitation for the Game of Dice.
• Ep 62: Yudhishthir loses his wealth, brothers, and himself in the gamble.
• Ep 63: Yudhishthir stakes Draupadi; The horrific scene of her disrobing (Vastra Haran).
• Ep 64: Draupadi is saved by divine intervention; The Pandavas lose the kingdom again.
• Ep 65: The 13 years of exile begin (12 years forest, 1 year incognito).

Part 5: The Aftermath (Episodes 221 – 267)

• Ep 221-240: Ashwatthama’s night massacre of the Pandava camp.
• Ep 241-255: The death of Dhritarashtra and Gandhari; Yudhishthir’s coronation.
• Ep 256-267: The Mahaprasthanika Parva – The Pandavas renounce the world; the climb to the Himalayas; Yudhishthir’s final test; the end of an era.

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Parva 4: The War (Episodes 151 - 250)

This is the longest section, covering the 18-day Kurukshetra War.

• Ep 151-160: Krishna sends Duryodhan the olive branch (Peace mission). Duryodhan tries to arrest Krishna. Krishna reveals the Vishwaroop (Cosmic form) in the court.
• Ep 161-170: The Bhagavad Gita. Arjun’s breakdown. Krishna’s sermon on duty. Sanjay’s divine vision.
• Ep 171-220: Day-by-day battle sequences.
  • Day 1: Bhishma vs. Arjun.
  • Day 4: Bhim kills 16 of Gandhari’s sons.
  • Day 10: Shikhandi’s role. Arjun kills Bhishma (The Bed of Arrows).
  • Day 12-13: Dronacharya forms the Chakravyuh. Abhimanyu’s death.
  • Day 14: Arjun’s revenge. Ghatotkacha’s night battle.
  • Day 15: Dhrishtadyumna kills Drona.
  • Day 16: Karna vs. Arjun. Karna’s death (Cursed wheel).
• Ep 221-250: Duryodhan hides in the lake. The mace fight (Bhim vs. Duryodhan). Balram’s interference. Duryodhan’s thigh is broken. Ashwatthama’s night massacre (killing the Upapandavas – Draupadi’s sons).

Why the 2013 Star Plus Mahabharat Remains Unmatched

Before diving into the how of finding the index, it is crucial to understand why the demand persists. Produced by Swastik Productions, this version bridged the gap between the 1980s B.R. Chopra classic and modern cinematography. Part 1: The Origins and The Rivalry (Episodes

• Character Depth: Unlike previous adaptations, this series gave gray shades to everyone, especially Parth Samthaan’s Duryodhan, portraying him as a tragic figure consumed by jealousy rather than a cartoon villain.
• Visual Effects: For Indian television, the VFX (especially the "Sudarshan Chakra" and the "Maya Sabha") were revolutionary.
• The Dialogues: Lines like "Vasudev... Kutumbakam?" (Krishna, family?) became viral memes and cultural shorthand for moral dilemmas.

Because the show is no longer regularly broadcast on Star Plus in its entirety, viewers turn to digital archives. This is where the "index" comes into play.

Part 1: The Origins (Episodes 1 – 25)

• Ep 1-5: The curse of Ganga, the birth of Devavrata (Bhishma), and his terrible oath.
• Ep 6-10: The story of Satyavati, Vichitravirya, and the birth of Dhritarashtra and Pandu.
• Ep 11-20: The birth of the Pandavas and Kauravas (via divine boons), the death of Pandu, and the rivalry begins.
• Ep 21-25: The rise of Duryodhana’s jealousy; the poisoning of Bhima; Dronacharya arrives to teach warfare.

Introduction: The Modern Classic

For millions of viewers, the 2013-2014 Star Plus adaptation of the Mahabharat isn’t just a show; it is a cultural phenomenon. Produced by Swastik Productions and masterfully directed by Siddharth Anand Kumar, this retelling brought ancient Sanskrit verses to life with high-definition visuals, a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack, and a nuanced take on the grey shades of its characters. Ep 1: Introduction to the Mahabharata; King Shantanu

Whether you want to revisit the fiery Draupadi Cheer Haran, the political genius of Shakuni, or the emotional bond of Krishna and Arjun, having an index of episodes is essential. This post serves as your complete guide to navigating the 267 episodes of this epic saga.

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