Why I like This New Mahabharat - Page 2

Originally posted by: neel_jay

Welcome back Bheegi! I remember you from SGP days.

Hey Bheegi ! I was just wondering are you sangeetadi from kaisa ye pyaar hain forum?😊 if im not mistaken your old usename used to be queen or kumar or something? Just curious!😛 kaisa ye pyaar hain was my first and most entertaining forum experience😛

Originally posted by: coolmove

Hey Bheegi ! I was just wondering are you sangeetadi from kaisa ye pyaar hain forum?😊 if im not mistaken your old usename used to be queen or kumar or something? Just curious!😛 kaisa ye pyaar hain was my first and most entertaining forum experience😛

Originally posted by: bheegi

Hi everyone

Even though I am new to the MB forum, I am an old IF member (Sangeeta). I have been following some of the posts on this forum regularly and have watched every episode of this new MB. I grew up with the BRC version and loved it (although I don't remember any details as I was quite young at that time)

I started watching this version because I had heard that they would complete it in 6 months (I hate long running shows) and wanted to familiarize myself with the core story.

Well, neither is the show planning to end within 6 months nor is the core story true to it's original form but even then I have fallen in love with this version.

Why?

1. The OST and BG music. I am a sucker for music and I just love all the original musical tracks in this show. I think they really add to the essence of the characters and the show. In particular, the main MB track, Draupadi (kumari panchali), Krishna's track are very addicting. I hope SP will one day release a CD with all the tracks.

2. The characterization. Even though the details of the story have been altered here and there, I feel the makers have been faithful with the characterization of the various characters. No one is perfect and everyone has a grey side to them-- that's what I have always loved about this epic.

3. The discussions and explanations specially with Krishna gyan. That's the best way to teach Gita- with real examples rather than a sermon.

4. The shuddh Hindi- it's a joy to listen to our wonderful mother tongue

What could be better?

1. The acting. Not all actors are seasoned and some really need to work on their expressions. So far, the actors who have played Satayavati, Gandhari, Bheeshma, Arjun, Krishna and Draupadi are my fav. Even Shakuni does a great job- even though a bit theatrical. Pooja Sharma has grown on me and she does a great job emoting with her eyes.

2. The special effects. Frankly, I don't care for the SE as they distract me from the main characters and story. They are also amateurish IMO

3. Some of the tracks are dragged to eternity. They still have a lot of ground to cover so I hope we will see them expedite some tracks.

Please free to add to this discussion. Hope to make new friends here and engage in some meaningful discussions on one of the best stories in the world.

And I am biased towards Draupadi's character...just in case😉

Welcome, good to know there is someone else like me.😆 The things I have highlighted in red, those are same for me.

Thanks for reccing 'Yajnaseni'. I wanted to know about a book which would be from Draupadi's perspective but which wont be distortion like 'The Palace of Illusions' was. Even I dont care for the Karna-Draupadi angle, thats a third thind common between us.😉

I missed intial episodes becoz ifelt it is same story but the hidden aspect of draupati n her life which thy showed has made me passionate lover of mahabhart. Im fully lover of it. Will never miss it

Originally posted by: bheegi

Hi smilydear...good to 'meet' you too

Krishna and his gyan is def a draw for me

The more I read and try to understand Draupadi, the more respect I have for this character. I just read Pratibha Ray's book "Yajnaseni' that gives an insight to Draupadi's life in first person...it's a great read for anyone intrigued by Draupadi

'The Palace of Illusions' was great too although i didn't care for the Karan-Draupadi love angle

as much as i loved BRC mahabharat as a kid.. I LOVE THIS NEW version as adult.. so much drama...and hotter Yuddi and Arjun🤪

Originally posted by: Mommytobe

as much as i loved BRC mahabharat as a kid.. I LOVE THIS NEW version as adult.. so much drama...and hotter Yuddi and Arjun🤪

The hot, ripped bodies of all actors is plus point for the female audience.😉😆

Hands down the best show on Indian Television! I love Mahabharat . Bhima and Arjuna are my favorite characters!.

I like this thread!! Lesser mocking and more appreciation!!!👏