Kurukshetra is one of the most talked-about webseries of October 2025—a visually striking mythological crime saga streaming exclusively on Netflix. It blends epic storytelling, animation, and modern drama, bringing the 18-day war from the Mahabharata to life through the perspectives of 18 key warriors. Here’s everything viewers need to know about this landmark release for your magazine audience:
Kurukshetra: The Great War of Mahabharata
Genre: Mythological Crime / Animated Epic
Streaming Platform: Netflix
Release Dates:
Overview
Netflix’s Kurukshetra is India’s first major animated mythological-crime webseries, bringing the timeless war of the Mahabharata to the digital age. Directed by Ujaan Ganguly and created by Anu Sikka, it retells the epic through 18 unique perspectives—each episode focusing on a different warrior, their moral dilemmas, and inner battles across the 18-day war.
The series interweaves philosophy, politics, and human emotion into a modern cinematic experience, backed by Gulzar’s poetic lyricism and Hitech Animation’s anime-inspired visuals.
Plot Summary
Kurukshetra explores the battle between the Pandavas and Kauravas not as a typical mythological story but as a psychological and ethical war. Each episode highlights the choices made by legendary warriors like Arjun, Karna, Bhishma, Dronacharya, Abhimanyu, Jayadrath, and others.
The tagline captures the essence:
“In this war, there are no friends, no enemies—only choices.”
(“Iss yuddh mein na koi mitra hai, na koi shatru.”)
Technical & Production Details
Why It’s Trending:
- First Indian mythological animated series to leverage modern visual effects for retelling the Mahabharata’s Kurukshetra war.
- Appeals both to fans of ancient epics and viewers seeking grown-up, emotionally rich animation.
Inside Scoop—What Sets It Apart:
- Each episode offers a unique psychological take on war and duty, making it far more than a typical mythological adaptation.
- Involvement of legendary lyricist Gulzar ensures every episode is musically and emotionally resonant.
Upcoming: Kurukshetra Part 2 (October 24, 2025)
Fans can expect the continuation of the war’s final chapters—featuring Karna’s sacrifice, Arjun’s moral reckoning, and Krishna’s divine guidance. Netflix plans to expand the Kurukshetra universe further, depending on the audience reception this festive season.
Verdict
Kurukshetra (2025) stands as Netflix India’s most ambitious animated project yet, merging mythology, morality, and modern experimental animation. A must-watch for fans of epic storytelling, history, and emotionally charged drama.
Watch Now: Streaming exclusively on Netflix (All 9 Episodes of Part 1 available; Part 2 drops October 24, 2025)