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Chandrakanta

Written by: Vivek Rao, Rajnish Rao
Narrated by: Surendra Bhatia, Warren D'suza, Shilpi Pandey, Imtiaz Mirza, Meenal Prasad, Vishal Singh, Vandana
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  • Chandrakanta: Devaki Nandan Khatri, published it in 1888, it was the first modern Hindi novel. It gained a cult following, and contributed to the popularity of the Hindi language.A unique feature of Khatri’s novels that the seemingly magical happenings were largely a result of the application of scientific knowledge and workings of mechanical contraptions.This ever popular tale with larger than life characters is re-created in audio format with dramatic music, battle effects and Foley creating an immersive soundscape.
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  • परिचय

    परिचय

     Chandrakanta, Episode 1
    Sep 24 2020
    नवगढ़ के राजकुँवर विरेंद्र सिंह और विजयगढ़ की राजकुमारी चन्द्रकांता का प्रेम दोनों राज्यों की आपसी दुश्मनी के बावजूद जारी रहता है। विजयगढ़ के दीवान का पुत्र क्रूर सिंह जिसकी बुरी नज़र राजगद्दी और राजकुमारी पर है, अपनी बदनियती का परिचय देते हुए अपने शागिर्द नाज़िम को चम्पा की भेशभूषा में गुप्तचर बनाकर भेजता है ताकि वो चन्द्रकांता पर नज़र रख सके मगर नाज़िम का पर्दाफ़ाश हो जाता है। ऐय्यार चपला के कोड़ों की मार और कैदख़ाने की यातना का बाद वो सारा सच उगल देता है।
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    24 mins
  • षड़यंत्र

    षड़यंत्र

     Chandrakanta, Episode 2
    Sep 24 2020
    राजकुँवर की चिट्ठी पहुँचने के क्रम में उनके मित्र ऐय्यार तेज़ सिंह सारे विघ्न बाधाओं को पार करते विजयगढ़ के राजमहल में दाख़िल हो जाते हैं। रूप बदलकर सबको चकमा देने में कामयाब तेज़ सिंह को आख़िरकार राजकुमारी की सहेली ऐय्यार चपला पहचान जाती है। हालचाल और मस्ती मज़ाक़ के बाद चपला विस्तार से क्रूर सिंह की गतिविधियों से अवगत कराती है। चन्द्रकांता के प्रण के आगे तेज़ सिंह प्रतिज्ञा करते हैं कि वे शिघ्रातिशीघ्र किसी भी क़ीमत पर राजकुँवर विरेंद्र और राजकुमारी चन्द्रकांता की भेंट कराएँगे।
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    23 mins
  • क्रोधाग्नि

    क्रोधाग्नि

     Chandrakanta, Episode 3
    Sep 24 2020
    नाज़िम को मौक़ा पाकर अहमद, चपला की क़ैद से छुड़ा लेता है और ऐय्यारों की कारगुज़ारी सुनते ही तेज़ सिंह को क्रोध आ जाता है। क्रूर सिंह को चेतावनी देने के लिए तेज़ सिंह, दासी की वेशभूषा में नाज़िम और अहमद को बेवक़ूफ़ बना देते हैं। मौक़ा पाकर अहमद को बेहोश करके उसे लिए नवगढ़ की ओर कूच कर जाते हैं। इधर क्रूर सिंह और नाज़िम इसे चुनौती के तौर पे लेते हैं और बदला लेने की योजना बनते हैं।
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    24 mins
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Nostalgic Journey with 'Chandrakanta

"Chandrakanta" offers a delightful journey back in time, reviving the magic and allure of a beloved novel of the same name. Adapted from this popular source material, the podcast brings forth a story that once graced television screens in a bygone era, before the advent of cable television.
The podcast's adaptation of the original novel is commendable, staying true to the essence and charm that captivated audiences in the past. It successfully preserves the enchanting narrative and transports listeners to a world filled with magic and mystery.
One of the highlights of "Chandrakanta" is the quality of the performances by the cast. The characters come to life through their convincing portrayals, adding depth and authenticity to the story.
At its core, the tale is a classic love story between a prince and a princess from two different kingdoms. Their journey is one filled with challenges and obstacles, all of which they must overcome to find their "happily ever after." This timeless narrative element is sure to resonate with fans of love and adventure.
In summary, "Chandrakanta" is a delightful throwback to an era when magic and mystery ruled the airwaves. With its faithful adaptation, strong performances, and a timeless love story, it provides a nostalgic experience for those who enjoyed the original novel and TV series. Whether you're revisiting a beloved classic or discovering it for the first time, this podcast offers an enchanting journey that's well worth the listen.

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Fabulously Fantastico😎

It is a heart touching story. Mixture of all the emotions good writer can write with. If u like history,war and fantasy, this is the audiobook.
GO FOR IT.... :^)

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Best narration

One of the best novel and narration is top notched. very entertaining and engrossing

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excellent story with naration

you guys did a great job,this is one of the great audible story i ever heard, still i shoked about it's rating, in the beginning i thought it would be a simple story as others but as I listened 1st episode then it increases my curiosity about other episodes. once i start listening it then I don't have any idea about the time.i don't have any words to praise your work. keep making such stories 😜

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Definitely one of the finest Hindi stories

Initially I thought this is a boring story. However, after a while I simply fell in love with the twists in the tale. Must listen

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Forgotten Gem

Devaki Nandan Khatri's gem made into movies and TV series , glad its presented like the way it should like movie drama. very nice work keep bringing such gems from Indian writers.

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Amazing Book worth a try

I loved 😍 it amazing Book 📖 best fantasy book I ever read 💗💗

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What an outstanding narrative

I liked, loved and then admired this masterpiece in audible form. The voices are so perfect that it took me to that era and made me feel like I am almost watching it. Mind blowing.

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