Netflix, in collaboration with the Government of NCT of Delhi, held a special screening of Kurukshetra, the streamer’s first animated mythology series, at the Delhi Secretariat Auditorium. The event was attended by Kapil Mishra, Minister for Art, Culture & Language, Government of NCT of Delhi, and Smt. Niharika Rai, IAS, Managing Director & CEO, Delhi Tourism. A post-screening discussion featured writer-director Ujaan Ganguly and Ashish Thapar, CEO of Hitech Animation, who spoke about the creative journey behind the series.
Netflix hosts special screening of Kurukshetra, animated mythology series, in collaboration with Delhi Government
The 18-episode show reinterprets the Mahabharata by presenting the epic war through the perspectives of 18 warriors across 18 days. With poetry by Gulzar, the series combines anime-inspired visuals, music, and mythology to create a fresh take on the ancient tale. Produced by Tipping Point and animated by Hitech Animation, the series will stream exclusively on Netflix from October 10, 2025.
Speaking at the event, Kapil Mishra said, “The history of the Mahabharata is an integral part of Delhi’s heritage, and Kurukshetra brings this to life in a way that is accessible to millions of future generations. I appreciate this initiative by Netflix and the entire team, and I urge the creative community to continue sharing India’s real history — the hidden stories, the tales of brave women, and the examples of courage and sacrifice, so that these lessons reach audiences everywhere.”
Niharika Rai noted, “This collaboration with Netflix reflects our shared commitment to showcasing India’s cultural richness and diversity. By reimagining the Mahabharata in a contemporary animated format, Kurukshetra makes this timeless epic accessible to younger generations while honoring its legacy.”
Mahima Kaul, Director – Global Affairs, India, Netflix, added, “Kurukshetra is Netflix’s first animated mythology, created to bring generations together. It resonates with those who grew up with the Mahabharata and now wish to share it with younger audiences in a fresh, innovative format… The series will be available in multiple Indian and international languages, subtitled in 34 more, and inclusive with Hindi audio description, ensuring this epic can be experienced by audiences everywhere.”
With Kurukshetra, Netflix expands its investment in Indian stories, aiming to take narratives rooted in the country’s heritage to a global audience.
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