Netflix has announced the new animated series titled ‘Kurukshetra’, which is based on the epic tale of the Mahabharata. The story will be told through the perspectives of 18 key warriors as they go through their own challenges amid the war. ‘Kurukshetra’ will have a total of nine episodes.
Kurukshetra Release Date Out:
Kurukshetra will release on Netflix on October 10, 2025.
Announcing the release date, Netflix India wrote, “Shankhnaad ke sath arambh hoga dharm aur adharm ka mahayudh. Watch Kurukshetra, out 10 October, only on Netflix.”
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Talking about the series, creator Anu Sikka shared, “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.”
Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India, added “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. 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.”
The series is written and directed by Ujaan Ganguly and produced by Alok Jain, Anu Sikka and Ajit Andhare. It is conceptualised and created by Anu Sikka with lyrics by Gulzar.
