The much-awaited Kaakbhushundi Ramayan, a series that revisits the grandeur of our ancient epic while unraveling untold tales, aired its first episode yesterday. The premiere captivated audiences with the epic battle between Lord Ram’s vanar (monkey) army and Lankesh Ravan’s demon forces. Amidst the clash, a massive demon named Virochak entered the battlefield, unleashing chaos. As panic gripped the vanaras, Lord Hanuman took his mighty form, carrying Lord Ram and Lakshman on his shoulders to confront Virochak. Together, they triumphed, defeating the formidable foe.
Elsewhere, Malyavan informed Ravan of Virochak’s defeat. Ravan, in his ten-headed form, was seen worshipping Goddess Nikumbhila. On hearing the news, Ravan prepared to join the battle, but Malyavan advised otherwise, urging him to rely on his son, Meghnad. Rising on his mystical chariot, Meghnad issued a challenge to Lord Ram and Lakshman, setting the stage for an intense showdown.
Today’s Episode Highlights Meghnad’s Fierce Illusionary Warfare
In today’s episode, Meghnad’s illusionary tactics leave the vanar army bewildered. Lakshman’s arrows fail to strike Meghnad, prompting Hanuman to offer his intervention. However, Lakshman insists on taking on the challenge himself, declaring it his duty as a Suryavanshi. Meghnad, aided by Nagmata Kadru, unleashes the deadly Nagastra, binding Lord Ram and Lakshman in its venomous coils, leaving them unconscious on the battlefield.
Amid this crisis, Hanuman summons Garuda to counter the Nagastra. Yet, upon seeing Lord Ram and Lakshman lying unconscious, Garuda questions their divinity, momentarily doubting if they could truly be the Lords he venerates. The intense emotional and spiritual dilemmas in this episode are bound to keep viewers on edge.
Kaakbhushundi Ramayan: A Fusion of VFX and Tradition
Produced by Sagar World Multimedia, the show blends cutting-edge VFX and soulful music to recreate the magic of Ramayan. Titled Kaakbhushundi Ramayan – Untold Stories, the series airs on Doordarshan (DD1) from Monday to Friday at 7:30 PM, with a repeat telecast at 10 PM.
Helmed by creative director and producer Shiv Sagar, the series carries forward the legacy of his grandfather, the legendary Dr. Ramanand Sagar, whose 1987 adaptation of Ramayan remains iconic. With its rich storytelling and a global audience of over a billion, the original series set a benchmark for Indian television.
Sagar World Multimedia, led by Shiv Sagar, continues this heritage of impactful storytelling. Shiv’s father, Prem Sagar, an award-winning cinematographer, also contributed significantly to this legacy with the celebrated series Vikram Aur Betal (1985), which paved the way for the success of Ramayan.
Don’t miss today’s thrilling episode of Kaakbhushundi Ramayan, where devotion, valor, and divine power converge to create an unforgettable experience.
