The Stories of Mahabharata
A solo narrator retells the complete Indian epic, the Mahabharata, in a serialized, English-language audio drama format with rich sound design.
This is a straightforward, serialized audio-book style narration of the Mahabharata. The host acts as a classic storyteller, guiding the listener through the epic's complex plotlines and character arcs in chronological order. Enhanced with cinematic music and sound effects by Avi Ziv, the show treats the epic not as a religious text but as a human story.
“Unlike multi-host discussions or purely scholarly analyses, this is a pure storytelling experience with a single, consistent narrative voice. Its strength lies in its theatrical, radio-drama production style, which combines narration with immersive sound design to bring the epic to life.”
Who hosts this show
Sudipta Bhawmik, a New Jersey-based playwright and engineer, writes, directs, and narrates this audio drama retelling of the complete Mahabharata epic. The podcast, which started in 2014, presents the ancient story as a human story, focusing on the timeless flaws and ambitions of its characters. Production, original music, and sound design are by Bhawmik's colleague, musician-composer Avi Ziv.
Credentials & credits
- Award-winning playwright and director
- PhD in Engineering from IIT Kharagpur
- Member of the Dramatist Guild of America
- Author of 'Dwapar Katha', based on the podcast scripts
- Former radio talk show host
- Actor (e.g., in Mira Nair's 'The Namesake')
Other ventures
- Author of 40+ English and Bengali plays
- EBC Radio (New Jersey)
- Announced a new podcast (as of June 2025)
- Book: 'Dwapar Katha' (Harper Collins)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01Episode 10: The Stories of the RamayanaNov 3, 2025 · 47s
- 02Episode 77: The Final DepartureOct 9, 2025 · 16 min
- 03Episode 76: Vanaprastha and the end of the Yadava clanJun 2, 2025 · 24 min
- 04Episode 75: Yudhistir, the King of HastinapurMar 7, 2025 · 18 min
- 05Episode 74 : The MourningMar 1, 2025 · 22 min
- 06Episode 73: Aswathama's RevengeAug 27, 2024 · 23 min
- 07Episode 72: Day Eighteen of the WarMay 17, 2024 · 30 min
- 08Episode 71: Fall of KarnaMar 25, 2024 · 23 min
Notable episodes
- 01Episode 77: The Final Departure
This episode covers the poignant final journey of the Pandavas, Yudhishthira's ultimate test of righteousness, and the conclusion of the earthly saga.
- 02Episode 76: Vanaprastha and the end of the Yadava clan
Details the tragic end of several key figures, including Dhritarashtra, Gandhari, Kunti, and Krishna, and the cataclysmic destruction of the Yadava clan.
- 03Episode 71: Fall of Karna
A pivotal episode depicting the dramatic and emotional climax of the battle between Arjuna and his brother, Karna, a key turning point in the war.
- 04Episode 1: Beginnings
The re-recorded first episode that sets the stage for the entire epic, explaining the origin of Bhishma's vow which kickstarts the central conflict of the Kuru dynasty.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a solo narrative podcast with no interviews or guests. Each episode is a scripted, linear retelling of a chapter from the Mahabharata, written and performed by narrator Sudipta Bhawmik. The narration is accompanied by a full musical score and sound effects by Avi Ziv to create a cinematic audio experience.
Signature segments
- · Opening line: "Welcome dear friends to another episode of The Stories of Mahabharata."
- · Cinematic musical score and sound effects
- · Closing credits acknowledging the creative team
Topics covered repeatedly
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Audience & reach
The show is primarily listener-supported through Patreon, as mentioned in some episodes.
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People also ask
- Who is the host?
- The podcast is written, directed, and narrated by Sudipta Bhawmik, an award-winning playwright, actor, and engineer based in New Jersey.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a solo narrative podcast. Each episode is a scripted and sound-designed chapter in a complete, serialized retelling of the Mahabharata epic. There are no interviews or guests.
- Is this podcast still active?
- The podcast releases episodes occasionally. While the upload schedule can be irregular, the creators have been working towards completing the entire epic.
- Is this a religious podcast?
- No. The host explicitly states that he does not see the Mahabharata as a religious text and his mission is to tell a human story, focusing on the characters' flaws, ambitions, and conflicts.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on major platforms like Apple Podcasts, Audible, and YouTube, as well as its own website.
- Is there a book version?
- Yes, Harper Collins published 'Dwapar Katha', a book by Sudipta Bhawmik based on the scripts he wrote for the podcast.
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