Shrimad Ramayan (2024)

Dasharatha prays to the gods to bless him with a son and an heir. His friend, Jatayu, asks for his help to fight a war and save the Devatas. Will he agree to help him?

Dasharatha accidentally kills Shravan Kumar during a hunting expedition and gets cursed by his parents. Meanwhile, Ravan prays to Lord Brahma and asks to grant him immortality so that he can defeat Kuber and take over Lanka.

King Dasharatha performs a Yagya in the hope of being blessed with a son. Meanwhile, Ravan challenges Lord Shiva and is punished for his arrogance.

Shri Ram is born and brings joy to Ayodhya. Lord Vishnu reveals details to Kausalya about her past life. King Janak finds Mata Sita while ploughing the fields in Mithila. Later, Dasharatha agrees to send his sons to the Gurukul.

Shri Ram and his brothers gain valuable knowledge and experience at the Gurukul. Mata Sita engages in an intellectual debate with Devi Gargi. Meanwhile, Ravan and Kumbhkarna disrupt Yagyas across the land.

Ayodhya's princes grow up in the Gurukul and return home after gaining knowledge. The kingdom erupts in joy at their arrival. Meanwhile, Mata Sita talks to Devi Gargi about her marriage.

Kaikeyi advises Dasharath to send Bharat away for royal tutelage. Bharat is disappointed, but Shri Ram explains the importance of the decision. Later, Maharishi Vishwamitra comes to Ayodhya and makes a troubling request.

Shri Ram and Lakshman join Maharishi Vishwamitra on a journey through the forest. Maharishi Vishwamitra teaches them valuable lessons. Meanwhile, Ravan marries Mandodari and subdues all the planetary deities with his might.

Shri Ram and Lakshman are confronted by the demoness Tataka. Maharishi Vishwamitra tells Shri Ram about Tataka's past. Shri Ram finally ends Tataka and grants her Moksha.

Shri Ram and Lakshman protect Maharishi Vishwamitra's Yagya from Subahu and Maricha. Shri Ram receives powerful Divya Astras from Maharishi Vishwamitra. Later, news of Shri Ram's heroic deeds reaches Mata Sita and the people of Mithila.

Shri Ram frees Ahalya from the curse bestowed upon her by her husband, Maharishi Gautam. Meanwhile, Ravan arrives in Mithila for Mata Sita's Swayamvar.

Shri Ram diverts the direction of the river to save the village from being destroyed. Ravan fails to lift Lord Shiva's Pinaka bow at the Swayamvar. Later, Shri Ram arrives in the kingdom of Mithila.

Shri Ram arrives in Mithila and meets Mata Sita. King Janak invites Shri Ram to the Swayamvar, and Lakshman convinces Maharishi Vishwamitra to let Shri Ram attend the Swayamvar.

Mata Sita and Shri Ram meet once again in a temple. Kings and princes from across the land arrive in Mithila, but none of them succeed in lifting Lord Shiva's bow. Later, Maharishi Vishwamitra allows Shri Ram to attend the Swayamvar.

King Janak is worried as no one is able to lift Lord Shiva's bow. Shri Ram lifts it with ease, but it breaks when he tries to string it. Lord Parashurama gets angry after Lord Shiva's bow is destroyed.

Lakshman defends Shri Ram against Lord Parashurama. Shri Ram lifts Lord Vishnu's Sharanga bow to prove himself. Lord Parashurama apologizes for misjudging him. Later, King Janak invites Dasharatha for Shri Ram and Mata Sita's marriage.

Shri Ram entrusts Lord Vishnu's bow to Varun Dev for safekeeping. Later, Bharat and Shatrughna arrive in Mithila for the wedding.

Lord Shiva, Devi Parvati, and the other deities decide to attend Shri Ram and Mata Sita's wedding. Meanwhile, Dasharatha discusses the marriage of his three sons with King Janak's three daughters.

Lord Shiva advises that the marriage of all four princes should be kept on the same day. King Janak is upset about being separated from his daughters after marriage. Later, Shri Ram and Mata Sita perform a ritual together.

Shri Ram and Mata Sita set up the Mandap for their wedding together. Later, Lord Ganesh arrives to bless Shri Ram and Mata Sita himself.

Lord Shiva offers Shri Ram the option of taking Sanyas, but Shri Ram declines the offer and impresses Lord Shiva with his commitment to his family. Later, Shri Ram and Mata Sita get ready for their marriage.

Shri Ram and Mata Sita arrive for their wedding rituals. King Janak performs Mata Sita's 'kanyadaan'. Later, Shri Ram and Mata Sita take their 'saat phere' together.

Shri Ram and Mata Sita take blessings from their parents after their marriage. Mata Sita and her family members get emotional during her Vidai. Meanwhile, Kaikeyi finds out about her son Bharat's marriage.

Shri Ram, Mata Sita and the others return to Ayodhya after their marriage. Later, Mata Sita completes her Griha Pravesh and performs the ring-finding ritual with Shri Ram.

Kaikeyi asks Sumitra to make an offering to Shri Ram and Mata Sita. Meanwhile, Manthara instigates Kaikeyi against Shri Ram and asks her to take a stand for her own sons.

Bharat and Shatrughna return to Kekeya after their marriage. Dasharatha decides to name Shri Ram as the next king of Ayodhya. Meanwhile, Manthara tries to turn Kaikeyi against Shri Ram.

Mata Sita finds out that Shri Ram has been named the next king of Ayodhya. Meanwhile, Kaikeyi wants to meet Dasharatha in person to redeem her two wishes.

Dasharatha is deeply wounded after listening to Kaikeyi's demands. Shri Ram gets the news that Dasharatha is unwell, and he leaves his coronation ceremony to meet him. Later, Kaikeyi tells Shri Ram about her demands.

Shri Ram happily accepts the two demands made by Kaikeyi. Later, Shri Ram tells Mata Sita and Kausalya that he has given up the throne of Ayodhya in favour of Bharat.

Mata Sita wants to accompany Shri Ram to the fourteen-year-long Vanvas. Lakshman is enraged when he finds out about Kaikeyi's demands and seeks retribution against Kaikeyi and Dasharatha.

Lakshman asks to accompany Shri Ram for Vanvas. Shri Ram asks Lakshman to seek permission from his wife, Urmila. Meanwhile, Kaikeyi asks Shri Ram to don bhagwa clothing before leaving Ayodhya.

Shri Ram, Lakshman, and Mata Sita leave all their royal possessions behind and don their 'bhagwa' clothing. Meanwhile, the people of Ayodhya protest against Shri Ram's Vanvas and try to stop him from leaving.

The citizens of Ayodhya are not willing to let Shri Ram leave them. Meanwhile, Ravan decides to take revenge against Vidyutjiva along with his son, Meghanada.

The citizens of Ayodhya stop Shri Ram's chariot and insist on accompanying Shri Ram for the Vanvas. Meanwhile, Ravan instructs Meghanada to accompany him to Pataal Lok.

Shri Ram is greeted by Nishadraj Guha, the king of the tribals, on the banks of the river Ganga. Meanwhile, Ravan and Meghanada take Sulochana's help to enter Pataal Lok, but Varun Dev stands in their way.

Kevat asks permission to touch Shri Ram's feet in exchange for ferrying him across the Ganga River. Meanwhile, Ravan enters Pataal Lok and attacks Vidyutjiva.

Ravan and Meghanada defeat Vidyutjiva together. Ravan decides to steal Naagmani from Naag Lok. Meanwhile, Sumantra returns to Ayodhya and conveys to Dasharatha that Shri Ram refused to return along with him.

Dasharatha passes away after not being able to bear the pain of separating from Shri Ram. Meanwhile, Shri Ram and Lakshman protect a group of Rishis from the Asuras who were attacking them.

Bharat and Shatrughna are recalled to Ayodhya after Dasharatha's passing. Meanwhile, Lakshman builds a hut for Shri Ram and Mata Sita when they reach Chitrakoot.

Bharat finds out that Kaikeyi was the one who forced Shri Ram to accept the Vanvas and got Dasharatha to name him as the next king. Bharat is enraged with Kaikeyi and decides to renounce her.

Bharat and Shatrughna perform Dasharatha's last rites in Ayodhya. Later, Bharat prepares to leave and bring Shri Ram back from his Vanvas. Meanwhile, a group of Rishis arrive in Chitrakoot to meet Shri Ram.

A group of Rishis ask for Shri Ram's help in stopping the Asuras tormenting them. Ravan returns to Lanka after defeating Vidyutjiva. Meanwhile, Nishadraj Guha stops Bharat who is on his way to meet Shri Ram.

Indra's son Jayanta feels mesmerised by Mata Sita, and he takes on the form of a crow to approach her. Meanwhile, Nishadraj Guha apologises to Bharat for misunderstanding him and agrees to take him to Chitrakoot.

On reaching Chitrakoot, Bharat has an emotional reunion with Shri Ram, who then fulfils his duty as Dasharath's eldest son. Later, King Janak arrives in Chitrakoot and asks Mata Sita to return to Ayodhya.

Bharat asks Shri Ram to return to Ayodhya and take his rightful place as king. However, Shri Ram is not willing to dishonour Dasharatha and his words by returning home. Later, King Janak holds a public discussion where Shri Ram and Bharat debate their sides.

Shri Ram agrees to ascend the throne of Ayodhya, but only after completing fourteen years of Vanvas. Bharat agrees to his conditions and takes his Padukas as his blessings. Meanwhile, Lord Hanuman builds a stone idol of Shri Ram.

Lord Hanuman defends young Vanars from the tiger attacking them. Meanwhile, Shri Ram leaves to provide aid to the Rishis who sought his help.

Upon reaching Dandakaranya, Shri Ram and Lakshman encounter an Asura named Viradha. Will Shri Ram and Lakshman be able to defeat him?

The reign of the Vanar King Sugriva comes under threat when his older brother, Vali, returns. Meanwhile, Shri Ram arrives to meet Rishi Sarabhanga, who guides him onto the next stage of his journey.

Vali blames Sugriva for conspiring against him and stealing his throne. Lord Hanuman speaks up against Vali and defends Sugriva. Meanwhile, Shurpanakha arrives in Dandakaranya and meets her brothers, Khar and Dushan.

Vali throws Sugriva out of Kishkindha and forces him to flee. Khar and Dushan get information about Shri Ram's presence in Dandakaranya. Meanwhile, Sugriva seeks refuge in the Rishyamukha mountain.

Lord Hanuman convinces Vali to leave Sugriva alone until he remains in Rishyamukha. Meanwhile, Shri Ram finally meets Rishi Agastya after spending several years searching for him.

Rishi Agastya grants powerful weapons to Shri Ram and Lakshman and guides them towards Panchvati. Meanwhile, Shurpanakha's son, Shambuka, takes his army and mounts an attack against Shri Ram.

Shambuka enters Panchvati, stalking Mata Sita. Lakshman finds Shambuka and ends his life swiftly. Meanwhile, Shurpanakha goes out to look for her son and comes across Shri Ram's residence.

Lakshman cuts off Shurpanakha's nose when she tries to attack Mata Sita. Shurpanakha finds out that her son Shambuka has been killed. Later, Shurpanakha returns to Dandakaranya and tells Khar and Dushan about what happened.

Khar and Dushan march towards Panchvati along with their army to take revenge for Shurpanakha. Shri Ram faces them all by himself and defeats them one by one.

Shurpanakha tells Ravan about what happened to her and wants Ravan to take revenge against Shri Ram on her behalf. Meanwhile, Shri Ram tries to cheer up Mata Sita after the battle in Panchvati.

Ravan is determined to take revenge against Shri Ram and Lakshman for their actions against his sister Shurpanakha. Later, he meets Maricha and demands his support against Shri Ram.

Shri Ram promises Mata Sita that he will capture the golden deer and bring it back to her. Meanwhile, he instructs Lakshman to keep watch over Mata Sita and ensure her safety. However, Lakshman hears cries for help and creates a 'Lakshman Rekha' around Mata Sita's cottage, warning her to stay within it at all times in their absence.

Mata Sita is forced to cross the Lakshman Rekha as she doesn't want to offend the Rishi. Ravan reveals his true self in front of Mata Sita and kidnaps her. Shri Ram senses that Mata Sita might be in trouble and rushes back to Panchvati.

While searching for Mata Sita, Shri Ram and Lakshman follow the trail she left for them. Meanwhile, Jatayu tries to stop Ravan and save Mata Sita from him.

Ravan defeats Jatayu after learning his weakness. Shri Ram comes across an injured Jatayu and finds out that Ravan was the one who took away Mata Sita.

Ravan brings Mata Sita to Lanka and gives her a demonstration of his power. Meanwhile, Shri Ram and Lakshman are confronted by an Asura during their search for Mata Sita.

Shri Ram travels to Mata Shabari's ashram to seek her guidance in finding Mata Sita. Meanwhile, Vibhishana opposes Ravan and urges him to return Mata Sita to Shri Ram.

Shri Ram and Lakshman arrive at Mata Shabri's ashram. Meanwhile, Ravan gets ready for his wedding, but Mata Sita is not willing to accept his demands.

Ravan goes to Ashok Vatika to convince Mata Sita to marry him. Meanwhile, Mata Shabri asks Shri Ram to seek Sugriva's help to find Ravan.

Shri Ram and Lakshman make their way to the Rishyamukha mountain. Sugriva thinks that Shri Ram is a soldier sent by Vali, and he sends Lord Hanuman to investigate.

Lord Hanuman takes Shri Ram and Lakshman to Sugriva. Meanwhile, Ravan showcases his knowledge in front of Mata Sita in order to impress her.

Sugriva tells Shri Ram the reason behind his exile to Rishyamukha mountain. Shri Ram and Sugriva decide to join hands and come together to defeat Vali.

Shri Ram advises Sugriva to challenge Vali to a battle. However, Sugriva is unsure about fighting his older brother. Meanwhile, Vibhishana apologises to Mata Sita for Ravan's actions.

Meghanada confronts Ravan about his recent behaviour. Sugriva openly challenges Vali to a battle. However, Shri Ram is unable to help Sugriva, and Vali easily defeats him.

Shri Ram asks Sugriva to wear a garland so that he can differentiate between him and his brother during their fight. Meanwhile, Ravan shows Mata Sita his throne room and tries to impress her with his wealth.

Sugriva challenges Vali to a fight once again. Angada takes Vali's wife, Tara, to the battlefield. Meanwhile, Shri Ram saves Sugriva and defeats Vali with an arrow.

Sugriva and the others perform Vali's final rites. Sugriva gains the throne of Kishkindha and invites Shri Ram for a celebration. Meanwhile, Trijata has a change of heart when she sees Mata Sita standing up for herself in front of Ravan.

Sugriva sends out his Vanar army to search for the place where Ravan is keeping Mata Sita. Meanwhile, Ravan shows Mata Sita the power of Lanka and introduces her to Kumbhakarna.

Shri Ram decides to halt the search for Mata Sita till the monsoon season ends. He instructs Sugriva to return to Kishkindha and take care of his kingdom. However, Sugriva doesn't return with his army even at the end of the monsoon season.

Sugriva acts carefree in his duties and is not willing to step out of his palace. When Lord Hanuman doesn't return, Lakshman decides to go to Kishkindha himself and reminds Sugriva of the promise he made to Shri Ram.

Shri Ram motivates the Vanar army to face Ravan's forces and find Mata Sita. Meanwhile, Ravan calls Mata Sita to attend his court.

None of the Vanars are able to find a clue about Mata Sita's location. Lord Hanuman's group encounters a dangerous Asura during their search. Meanwhile, Ravan asks his youngest son Akshayakumara to keep an eye on Mata Sita.

Lord Hanuman and his group enter a magical cave while searching for Mata Sita. However, the cave turns out to be a maze with no escape in sight. How will they deal with the situation?

Lord Hanuman and his group reach the coast, but they have no means of travelling across the ocean and finding the location of Lanka. Meanwhile, Shri Ram gets information about Bharat from Ayodhya.

Jambavan helps Lord Hanuman recall his true power by narrating the story of his life. Meanwhile, Sugriva shows Shri Ram the stone idol Lord Hanuman had built for him.

Jambavan continues to narrate the story of Lord Hanuman's childhood. While playing with his friends, a young Maruti mistakes the sun for a fruit and leaps towards the sky to pluck it. Lord Indra tries to stop Maruti, but he is not willing to listen.

Lord Brahma brings Maruti back to life, and all the Devtas give him their blessings. Lord Indra gives Maruti the title of Hanuman. Later, young Lord Hanuman meets Surya Dev and wants to become his student.

Young Lord Hanuman frequently troubles a group of Rishis and causes hindrances in their Yagyas. In response, the Rishis curse Lord Hanuman to forget all of his powers. With Jambavan's help, Lord Hanuman reawakens all of his dormant powers and makes his way towards Lanka.

Varun Dev tries to create hindrances for Lord Hanuman to prevent him from reaching Lanka. Meanwhile, Akshayakumara arrives in Ashok Vatika with a threatening message for Mata Sita.

Lord Hanuman continues to make his way to Lanka, but Naag Mata Surasa blocks his way. Meanwhile, Akshayakumara forbids everyone from bringing any food or water for Mata Sita.

Lord Hanuman is stopped in his tracks by the demoness Simhika, who captures his shadow with her magic. However, Lord Hanuman defeats her with his unimaginable strength. Upon reaching Lanka, Lord Hanuman shrinks in size to sneak past Lankini, who is guarding the main gates.

Lankini catches Lord Hanuman as he tries to sneak inside Lanka. However, Lord Hanuman defeats her and helps her attain Moksha. Meanwhile, Mandodari pays a visit to Mata Sita in Ashok Vatika.

Vibhishan tells Lord Hanuman the location where Mata Sita is being held. Meanwhile, Ravan confronts Mandodari about helping Mata Sita.

Ravan arrives in Ashok Vatika and gives Mata Sita a marriage offer once again. Lord Hanuman is unable to step in and defend Mata Sita due to the promise he made to Shri Ram.

Lord Hanuman appears before Mata Sita to give her Shri Ram's message. Mata Sita gives Lord Hanuman some vital information about Ravan's military strength. Meanwhile, Ravan tells Akshayakumara the story of the curse given to him by Nalakuvara.

Lord Hanuman decides to cause chaos in Ashok Vatika to gain Ravan's attention. Ravan finds out about Lord Hanuman's actions, and he sends one of his generals to deal with the situation.

Lord Hanuman defeats the soldiers sent by Ravan with ease. In retaliation, Ravan sends Akshayakumara to deal with the situation in Ashok Vatika.

Lord Hanuman defeats Akshayakumara. Later, Meghanada arrives in Ashok Vatika to face off against Lord Hanuman.

Meghanada captures Lord Hanuman and takes him to Ravan. Lord Hanuman gives Ravan a chance to right his wrongs and respectfully return Mata Sita to Shri Ram.

Ravan orders his soldiers to light Lord Hanuman's tail on fire. However, his orders have the opposite effect, and the city of Lanka gets set on fire by Lord Hanuman.

After burning Lanka down, Lord Hanuman offers to take Mata Sita to Shri Ram. However, Mata Sita says that she will wait for Shri Ram to defeat Ravan.

Lord Hanuman returns and gives Mata Sita's message to Shri Ram. Later, Sugriva and Shri Ram plan to declare war against Lanka.

Shri Ram's army begins their march towards Lanka. They reach the coast but have no means to cross. Meanwhile, Ravan prepares his soldiers for war.

Vibhishan cautions Ravan against going to war with Shri Ram. Meanwhile, the Vanar army feels demotivated when they are unable to find a freshwater source.

Vibhishan and a few others ask to join Shri Ram and offer to help him defeat Ravan. No one is willing to believe Vibhishan's change of heart, but Lord Hanuman vouches for him.

Vibhishan suggests that Shri Ram should pray to Varun Dev to find a way to cross the ocean. Later, Ravan sends his soldiers to spy on Shri Ram and the Vanar army.

Vibhishan gets suspicious about Ravana's spies in the Vanar camp. Lord Hanuman finds the Rakshas named Shuka sneaking around the camp, and he presents him in front of Sugriva and Shri Ram.

The Vanars prepare to build a bridge with Nal and Neel's help. Lord Hanuman writes Shri Ram's name on the rocks to make them float in water. Meanwhile, Meghanada takes it upon himself to stop the bridge from being built.

Meghanada sends his loyal soldier, Singhnand, to attack Shri Ram and stop the bridge from being built. Meanwhile, Lakshman is worried about the time it will take for the bridge to be built.

Lord Hanuman brings a mountain to help in building the bridge. After Singhnand's failure, Meghanada sends Prabhanjani to attack Shri Ram.