Mumbai, October 1, 2025 – Netflix is ready to transport audiences into the heart of the Mahabharata with its upcoming animated series Kurukshetra. Unveiled with a stirring trailer, the series explores the battlefield where family turned against family, love wrestled with duty, and destiny reshaped history.
At the core of Kurukshetra lies Lord Krishna’s immortal truth: “Iss yuddh mein na koi mitra hai, na koi shatru” (This war has no friends or enemies). The show digs into this philosophy by presenting the perspectives of 18 warriors, each torn between moral dilemmas, duty, and the haunting weight of their choices.
A Modern Take on the Epic Mahabharata
Premiering on October 10, 2025, Season 1 of Kurukshetra promises to reimagine India’s greatest dharmayuddh (war of righteousness) for today’s audiences. Rather than retelling the epic from a single viewpoint, the series invites viewers into the inner worlds of iconic characters:
- Arjuna, consumed by his conflict between love for family and duty as a warrior.
- Draupadi, whose fiery vow for justice set destiny in motion.
- Duryodhan, driven by ambition, pride, and his unquenchable thirst for power.
- Bhishma Pitamah, burdened with wisdom yet trapped by vows that bind him.
The animation captures the grandeur of war while laying bare the human emotions that shaped it—betrayal, loyalty, greed, sacrifice, and the search for truth.
A Creative Collaboration Rooted in Vision
The series is the brainchild of Anu Sikka, brought to life under Tipping Point, with producers Alok Jain, Anu Sikka, and Ajit Andhare steering the project. Directed and written by Ujaan Ganguly, the animation comes alive with the artistry of Hitech Animation.
Adding soul to the saga is none other than legendary poet Gulzar, whose lyrical genius elevates the storytelling, weaving timeless poetry into the fabric of the narrative.
Why Kurukshetra Matters Today
While the Mahabharata is centuries old, its questions remain startlingly relevant. What happens when righteousness clashes with family? When loyalty is tested by ambition? When destiny leaves no easy choices?
With its striking visuals, evocative score, and deeply human storytelling, Kurukshetra is more than a retelling—it’s an exploration of the moral conflicts that define us all.
As the trailer reveals, this is not just the story of gods and kings. It is the story of people—flawed, torn, and human—standing at the crossroads of fate.
Premiere Date
Kurukshetra premieres on October 10, 2025, only on Netflix.
