Mahabharat

In this war whoever is a hurdle to punishing

the sons of Dhritarashtra

must be slain!

Perhaps slaying Grandsire isn't inevitable, Krishna.

Today he disarmed our eldest brother

but did not slay him.

Therefore, in this battle of justice

even Grandsire hopes for our victory.

And until he does not interfere in our path to victory

slaying him isn't inevitable.

And just like today even tomorrow

we shall reach Prince Duryodhan.

It's not just battles, Arjun

but every moment of life gives us new experiences.

Those who plan based on past experiences are disappointed.

If Grandsire's situations and thoughts undergo a change

we should not face disappointment.

Greetings, Grandsire!

If you feel well, shall we

decide about strategies for tomorrow.

With the help of a miracle

a person may

perhaps keep a lamp's flame lit and stable amidst strong wind.

But if the wick of the lamp is dampened

its flame cannot be kept lit and stable.

Even the wick of my soul is drenched with tears.

The very Yudhishtir, to see whom

upon the throne of Hastinapur

I enslaved myself to the throne of Hastinapur forever

today...

Today I had to enslave that Yudhishtir himself.

How can I feel well, Master Drona

in this battlefield?

But...

But battle plans and strategies need to be discussed.

Have a seat.

What is your advice, Master Drona?

There exists a very common battle formation.

Garland formation!

With this we can distribute our army into smaller clusters

and make an attack.

No, Master Drona!

With this battle formation

we cannot supervise the activity of the entire army.

Ought to this

either one of the sons of Dhritarashtra may die

or one of the sons of Pandu could die.

Until my last breath I cannot bear

the burden of the death of my children and grandchildren.

Therefore, today on the battlefield

I captivated Yudhishtir.

I did not slay him.

I could not slay him, Master Drona.

I could not.

In this battle

I have a single goal, Master Drona.

I cannot let anyone among the Kuru clan die.

We must soon arrest Yudhishtir

and put an end to this war!

Prince!

What is the motive behind summoning all these warriors?

Dear friend Karna, brace yourself.

Tomorrow at dawn you shall be present at the battlefield

and exhibit your skill!

I believe you

won't break my trust.

My lad... - Be quiet!

Be quiet, uncle!

Your advice has already caused me enough damage!

It was your advice to yield to Grandsire Bheeshma's insistence

and not to let my friend Karna enter the battlefield.

What was the result of that?

Today you may have witnessed

that Grandsire Bheeshma stays at the midst of our army

but fights on behalf of the enemy!

Prince, had you and your brothers

not been under my protection

all of you would perish on the very first day of battle.

Honour is worthier than one's life.

And honour is measured by trust, Grandsire.

You have broken my trust

and strangulated my honour!

You killed not just my honour

but the honour of all of Hastinapur.

You have brought shame upon the name of King Shantanu!

Prince Duryodhan!

Had I not sworn to protect you

I would slay you right now!

Then raise your weapon!

Let's engage in a duel, Grandsire Bheeshma!

The embracer of justice and the son of Ganga!

Let us test today

as to how mighty

these treacherous arms are!

He had the chance to slay Yudhishtir!

But he did not do that!

Had you slain Yudhishtir

the battle would end today, Grandsire!

Shame on you!

Friend Karna!

I order you as the King of Hastinapur.

Tomorrow you shall enter the battlefield!

You are aware of my decision as well, Duryodhan.

If your friend Karna even steps onto the battlefield tomorrow

I shall not fight this battle!

In that case, do no fight the battle.

Your presence on the battlefield makes no difference to me.

In fact, if you are not present on the battlefield

I shall attain victory even more easily.

Now I do not need you.

Duryodhan!