In this episode of the “Did You Know” Series of Immortal India with Amish, celebrated author Amish Tripathi, known for the Ramchandra Series, unravels the incredible journey of the ancient Indian epic, the Ramayana, across Southeast Asia and beyond. Discover how this timeless tale of Lord Ram and Lady Sita traveled across borders, evolving into unique local stories in countries like Indonesia, Thailand, and Cambodia. Learn how each culture added its own flavor to the epic, creating beautiful and diverse retellings while staying true to the heart of the story. From shadow puppetry in Indonesia to the grandeur of Thailand’s Ramakien, this episode explores how the Ramayana became a shared cultural treasure that continues to inspire millions globally.

In Episode 04 of the Did You Know series of Immortal India with Amish, uncover two distinct governance models from the Mauryan Empire that continue to inspire political thought today. Join Amish Tripathi as he examines the Chanakyan State, designed by the brilliant Acharya Chanakya (Kautilya), advocating for minimalistic governance and empowering individuals to thrive independently. In contrast, explore King Ashoka's model of proactive governance, where the state took an active role in ensuring the welfare, and even the character, of its people. Through this engaging discussion, learn what modern systems can draw from these timeless approaches to leadership and administration.

In episode 03 of the 'Did You Know' series of Immortal India with Amish, dive deep into the fascinating world of Kalaripayattu – the ancient Indian martial art form that inspired Shaolin Kung Fu and is often revered as the "Mother of All Martial Arts". Journey with Amish Tripathi as he traces the roots of this 3,000-year-old martial art from the heart of Kerala to its influential spread across the globe. Discover how this iconic tradition continues to thrive today, preserving a rich cultural heritage and shaping modern martial arts as we know them.

Welcome to the "Did You Know?" series of Immortal India! In this episode, Amish Tripathi explores the fascinating mystery of India’s ancient zero meridian and the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain. Did you know that India once had its own zero meridian, placing Ujjain as a central point in timekeeping? Discover how Ujjain’s unique location, intersected by the Tropic of Cancer, and the presence of the revered Mahakaleshwar Temple contributed to India’s historical approach to calculating time, blending science and spirituality. Uncover the hidden story behind why Ujjain might have been a more logical center for the zero meridian than Greenwich, and explore the rich heritage of Indian astronomy, geography, and culture.

Discover the hidden truth about the world map in the first episode of Did You Know? with Amish Tripathi! Learn how the widely used Mercator projection distorts the actual shapes and sizes of countries, reflecting a Eurocentric bias. Explore why no 2-dimensional map can be entirely accurate due to the Earth’s spherical nature and uncover how these distortions shape our understanding of geography and history.