MUMBAI: A new series adaptation of the epic "Mahabharat" is in development at Disney + Hotstar, the streaming platform revealed on Friday. The project was announced during a session at the D23 expo.

The show is based on one of the greatest epics of India, "Mahabharat", and speaks of the ultimate conflict between 'dharma and adharma'.

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The show will be produced by Madhu Mantena, Mythoversestudios and Allu Entertainment. In a statement issued to the media, Mantena said he is delighted to have this opportunity to bring "Mahabharat" to the OTT platform.

"It is said that every known emotional conflict experienced by mankind finds form in Mahabharat through its complex characters and storylines. We at Mythoverse are absolutely delighted to have this opportunity to bring out a rendition of this great Indian epic 'Mahabharata' and to announce this news on a prestigious global platform at the D23 Expo," the producer said.

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When asked about the budget of his movie, the director said that even a budget of Rs 300 crore would not be enough. "Initially we didn’t have a budget in mind and even now, there is no figure. Right now, we are trying to see how we can tell this epic in all its glory. But when I started the project, I had thought we could make the film for Rs 300 crore, but today, I don’t think that much will be enough to tell this story," he said.

Credit: ETimes