MUMBAI: This verse was described & recited centuries ago by Lord Shri Krishna in Mahabharat when Arjuna had refused to fight in the battle of Kurukshetra, but it still holds / has relevance even in today’s world. During such unprecedented times in the 21st century, it will require the best of humanity to overcome their battle against the deadly pandemic COVID - 19 and keeping in mind this thought Hindi GEC Star Bharat will soon be bringing this legendary epic tale for its viewers with the telecast of BR Chopra’s Mahabharat from 18^th May,2020 onwards every day at 8pm. During such a phase, the channel wants more and more viewers to stay at home and witness the concept of Dharma and Karma entwined in a symbiotic relationship in the epic series Mahabharat.

BR Chopra’s Mahabharata featured Mukesh Khanna as Bhishma, Pankaj Dheer as Karna, Gajendra Chouhan as Yudhishthir, Arjun as Arjun, Roopa Ganguly as Draupadi, Puneet Issar as Duryodhan and Nitish Bharadwaj as Krishna, Gufi Paintal as Shakuni Mama, Harish Bhimani as show narrator cum anchor (better known as the voice of Samay) among others and the show transports the audiences into a world of varied emotions. It portrays the battle of Dharma and Adharma (right and wrong) and showcases characters that are still very real, relatable to the present generation and teaches us life lessons to live in today’s contemporary era.

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Commenting on this occasion Star Bharat Channel Spokesperson said, “Stories of good overpowering evil have fascinated audiences across age groups. One such story is the legendary tale of Mahabharat which holds relevance even today. By bringing this show, Star Bharat’s aim is to encourage, motivate and reassure its viewers the positive thought of ‘darkness is followed by light’. Also, approximately 135 mn viewers of Hindi GEC are yet to sample or see the show on TV. Through this show we want to spread hope, cheer and confidence to deal with tough times and Mahabharat has life lessons for everyone and hence if it is shown again, today’s generation can learn a great deal from the same.”

A national Award-winning Voice Over Artist, globe-trotting Anchor & Writer-Author Harish Bhimani says, “Mahabharat’ holds a mirror to dos & don'ts of life and nudges us to rise above the perils of emotions and be righteous in life. Even today, the show creates a never seen before charismatic viewing experience right in front of the television sets for viewers of all age groups. We are happy to hear that Star Bharat is bringing back the show to entertain viewers during such a turbulent yet stagnant times in the country. In every situation, I search for positivity and all I can say is that the audience should look forward to these deeply philosophical ideas that perpetuate throughout the the the epic tale and have a lot to teach us about the art of living.”

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