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Netflix Announces Kurukshetra, a New Animated Series Exploring the Mahabharata

But Why Tho?By But Why Tho?09/22/20253 Mins Read
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Netflix announced Kurukshetra, a new animated series that offers a modern retelling of the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. Conceptualized and created by animation director Anu Sikka, the series will explore the moral complexities and emotional weight of the legendary tale.

“Kurukshetra is the first mythological anime from Netflix India and a truly novel take on the Mahabharata. It brings together everything that we look for in great storytelling. The Mahabharat has always been more than an epic; it’s a mirror to our choices and dilemmas, as relevant today as it was centuries ago.” Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India, shared via Netflix’s newsroom.

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“With its distinctive storytelling lens, layered characters, and a moving background score, this series reimagines a story we’ve all grown up with in a way that speaks to today’s generation. It’s an invitation for newer audiences to discover its timeless themes through a format that feels fresh, contemporary, and compelling.”

Produced by Tipping Point, Kurukshetra is set to premiere on October 10 exclusively on Netflix, marking the streaming giant’s first foray into the mythological anime genre in India. The project features a creative team that includes writer and director Ujaan Ganguly and acclaimed poet and lyricist Gulzar.

What is Netflix’s Kurukshetra?

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Kurukshetra is an immersive and emotionally intense narrative that reinterprets the Mahabharata by focusing on the 18-day battle of Kurukshetra. It delves into the story through the unique perspectives of 18 key warriors, each navigating their own inner conflicts and personal journeys during the devastating conflict.

By exploring the timeless lessons of the Dharmayudh, or “righteous war,” the show seeks to convey the profound wisdom of the epic to a new generation. The series will be released in two parts, each consisting of nine episodes.

Creator Anu Sikka added in the same Netflix Newsroom post, “The battle of Kurukshetra is unforgettable and timeless — it is a collision of duty, destiny, and moral choices. Through this animated series, we explore the 18 days of Kurukshetra with its distinct perspectives, blending eternally timeless wisdom with the power of visual storytelling. We’re honoured to bring this layered narrative to life on Netflix, making this epic story accessible to Indian and global audiences in a visually stunning, rich new format.”

Production Details

  • Conceptualized & Created By: Anu Sikka
  • Directed By: Ujaan Ganguly
  • Written By: Ujaan Ganguly
  • Producers: Alok Jain, Anu Sikka, Ajit Andhare
  • Production Company: Tipping Point
  • Official Lyricist: Gulzar

Kurushetra releases exclusively on Netflix October 10, 2025.

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