Mumbai: There is good news for mythology lovers.
Mahabharat, the timeless epic, is set to return on screen. This time, in a never-before-seen avatar — through the power of artificial intelligence (AI).
Produced by the Collective Media Network, the AI-driven version of Mahabharat will stream on Prasar Bharati’s OTT platform WAVES from October 25.
On television, it will be available on Doordarshan from November 2.
“Partnering on this AI-led reimagining allows audiences to experience one of India’s greatest epics anew, honouring tradition while embracing cutting-edge technology in storytelling. It is an expression of Vikas and Virasat coming together in modern broadcasting,” Prasar Bharati CEO Gaurav Dwivedi said in a statement.
WAVES, which was launched by Prasar Bharati in November 2024, aims to bring the country’s rich cultural and creative legacy through digital innovation to the Indian audience.
“The War of all Wars / The Greatest Story of All Time Written by Ved Vyas Reimagined by AI. It’s not just Mahabharata. It’s Maha AI,” WAVES posted on X.
Advanced AI tools have been used to recreate the grand Mahabharat universe.
“Like millions of Indians, I grew up watching the classic Mahabharat on television every Sunday. It was an experience that shaped my imagination and my connection to our culture. With Mahabharat, our hope is to give today’s generation a similar touchstone that feels as immersive and unifying as it did for us, but told through the possibilities of today’s technology,” Vijay Subramaniam, Founder and Group CEO of Collective Artists Network told PTI.