Tales of Itihasa

Before she was worshipped, before she washed the sins of empires — she was simply a daughter. And a father had to choose. In Episode 14 of Tales of Itihasa, Ram and Lakshman reach the banks of the sacred Ganga for the first time. Sage Vishwamitra begins to tell them how she came to be — and what it cost. The king of mountains, Himavan, was asked by the gods to release his eldest daughter to become...

What makes a place sacred? By the Sona River, beneath star-scattered skies, Ram asks Vishwamitra why this land feels different—why it radiates such peace and vitality. The sage's answer takes them deep into the lineage of ancient kings and reveals a profound truth: the land remembers . It holds the imprint of every deed done upon it, every act of righteousness, every moment of cruelty. But the hea...

The sacred fire has burned its last, the demons are defeated, and peace returns to Siddha Ashram. As dawn breaks, Rama and Lakshmana prepare to return home—only to be drawn into a new destiny. A messenger arrives, and Sage Vishwamitra reveals an invitation from King Janaka of Mithila. What begins as a simple journey to witness a ritual soon unfolds into the tale of a bow forged in divinity, a tria...

Six days of vigilance have passed at Siddha Ashram. The sacred fire blazes higher, but so do the shadows that seek to consume it. Mareecha, master of deception, and Subahu, devourer of innocence, descend with their horde to destroy the ritual once and for all. Standing in their way are Ram and Lakshman—no longer just princes, but guardians of dharma. In this climactic battle, mercy yields to justi...

Did you know that Ram once spared Tataka, showing compassion even in battle… but later vowed to end Mareecha and Subahu without hesitation? In this episode of Tales of Itihasa , we witness the young princes of Ayodhya guard Vishwamitra’s sacred ritual at Siddha Ashram. What begins as a test of vigilance soon becomes a revelation: sometimes mercy enables greater cruelty, and justice demands a harsh...

A playful dawn between two brothers leads to a journey that will test their courage, loyalty, and destiny itself. Ram, Lakshman, and Sage Vishwamitra arrive at the fabled Siddhashram — the Hermitage of Accomplishment — where Dharma has been safeguarded for ages. But the sacred ground holds more than just peace. Vishwamitra’s tale of Vamana and Bali weaves through generations, revealing an extraord...

🔥 What happens when the most powerful weapons in existence collide? When Ram and Lakshman decide to test their newly acquired divine astras, what starts as brotherly practice becomes a cosmic catastrophe. Two ultimate weapons - shadow and light - meet in an explosion that threatens to unmake creation itself. ⚡ In this episode, you'll discover: Why divine weapons sometimes choose their own target...

Before swords were drawn and demons were slain, there was silence... and purpose. In this powerful episode of Tales of Itihasa , we follow Ram and Lakshman as they are chosen to receive the most sacred of all weapons — the astras. Guided by the sage Vishwamitra and visited by the god Indra himself, the young princes are no longer mere warriors of Ayodhya. They become guardians of cosmic balance. E...

Before arrows flew and legends were born, there was a forest—wounded, corrupted, forgotten. In this episode of Tales of Itihasa , Ram and Lakshman face their first true test as protectors of dharma. Led by Sage Vishwamitra into the cursed lands of Malada and Karusha, they uncover a history stained with divine sin and monstrous sorrow. But this is not just a tale of demons and battles. It is the st...

Ram and Lakshman begin their day like any other—but today, the forest is more than trees. It is a threshold. Led by Sage Vishwamitra, they encounter a hidden confluence where three sacred streams form a natural trident—an uncarved offering to Lord Shiva. Here, the mighty Sarayu surrenders to a purer source, and the brothers witness a river’s heartbeat… not in sound, but in silence. Their journey l...

As Ram prepares to leave Ayodhya upon Sage Vishwamitra’s request, a quiet fire ignites within the palace halls. Lakshman, driven by unwavering devotion, refuses to be left behind — even if he was never called. In this episode, we witness the emotional goodbyes, the royal resistance, and the surprising moment when the sage himself makes a decision no one expected. This is the story of love that def...

Before exile. Before the forest paths and golden deer. There was a moment when Ram was called, and Bharata stood still. In this evocative episode of Tales of Itihasa , we explore the tension, love, and purpose behind Sage Vishwamitra’s request to take Ram — and the silent transformation of Bharata, the brother who stayed behind to lead in his absence. This reimagines a rarely told moment in the Ra...

“Valmiki’s question. A curlew’s cry. 16 virtues. Vanaras. Discover how these pieces connect to birth the Ramayana.” In Episode 2 of “Tales of Itihasa,” we trace the quiet spark that ignited the Ramayana — a wounded curlew, a tribal hunter, and Valmiki’s divine awakening. We unravel the 16 qualities that define a complete man and explore how Ram’s greatness was forged through familial legacy and co...

Before there was a verse, before Ram's name was etched into time — there was a question. A longing. A transformation. In this debut episode of  Tales of Itihasa , we explore a poetic "what if" that led to the creation of the Ramayana. Why did Maharshi Valmiki, once the bandit Ratnakar, ask Narada about the ideal man? What stirred in his soul to seek such a profound answer? Blending mythology, imag...

What if the stories we thought we knew… had more to them? Welcome to  Tales of Itihasa  — a podcast where ancient Indian mythology, history, and forgotten wisdom are reimagined and retold with wonder, imagination, and a touch of modern storytelling. In this trailer, get a glimpse of what to expect in the episodes ahead — from the untold emotions of Lord Ram to the possible brotherhood of Arjuna an...