Before the First Verse: Why Valmiki Asked the Question

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Tales of Itihasa

Nithin Putchakayala

14 episodes

4 days ago

Tales of Itihasa is a podcast that brings to life stories from Indian mythology, ancient wisdom, and history — reimagined and retold with wonder, imagination, a cinematic flair, and a modern voice. Join me, Nithin Putchakayala, your host, each week as we explore the great epics, the “what might have been,” the untold narratives, and the echoes that still whisper through the silence of time. A journey for the curious minds, the daydreamers, and the imaginative souls. ✨ Ancient stories beyond the known.

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Before the First Verse: Why Valmiki Asked the Question

Tales of Itihasa

11 minutes 47 seconds

4 months ago

Before the First Verse: Why Valmiki Asked the Question

Before there was a verse, before Ram's name was etched into time — there was a question. A longing. A transformation.

In this debut episode of Tales of Itihasa, we explore a poetic "what if" that led to the creation of the Ramayana. Why did Maharshi Valmiki, once the bandit Ratnakar, ask Narada about the ideal man? What stirred in his soul to seek such a profound answer?

Blending mythology, imagination, and reverence, this episode brings you a retelling rooted in emotion and curiosity — with a father’s guilt, a sage’s reflection, and a timeless story that shaped a civilization.

🎧 Written and narrated by Nithin Putchakayala
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⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode contains a fictionalized version of events and characters inspired by Indian mythology. It is a creative interpretation and not a historical retelling. If any part of this episode unintentionally hurt your beliefs or sentiments, I sincerely apologize. Please feel free to share your feedback and corrections.

Music: https://pixabay.com/music/main-title-divine-resurgence-cinematic-background-music-for-video-203909/

Valmiki Ramayan : https://www.valmikiramayan.net