The new AI made series Mahabharat: Ek Dharmayudh on JioHotstar has become a topic of jokes and outrage soon after its release. In the very first episode, viewers noticed a scene showing a modern bedside table next to a character from ancient India. The sight of sleek drawers and polished wood beside royal robes and traditional decor broke the illusion of the epic completely.
People online began sharing screenshots and memes within hours. Many said it was proof that the makers had simply used AI prompts without paying attention to details. Others felt deeply offended, saying that the Mahabharata deserves respect and careful representation, not a careless mix of old and new objects.
The show was promoted as India’s first AI powered mythological series, promising grand visuals and modern storytelling. But this scene has led many to doubt how much real effort went into refining the AI generated images. Social media users pointed out that technology cannot replace cultural understanding and artistic supervision.
While some viewers find the mistake funny, others call it disrespectful. For many, the series has turned into an example of what happens when technology is used without sensitivity. The controversy has clearly hurt JioHotstar’s reputation, with audiences demanding more authenticity and human care in retelling such an important story.
Whoever greenlit this shite should be hanged https://t.co/hiCR9CCQOw
— λ (@LambdaKore) November 2, 2025
AI #Mahabharata on #JioHotstar has the internet laughing with its modern toucheshttps://t.co/5znBr4zsnn
— News9 (@News9Tweets) November 3, 2025
When they said it was AI I thought they’d enhance some scenes using it, not write prompts for the entire Mahabharata. https://t.co/L7cHT54BXT
— . (@CapitalsLad) November 3, 2025
Started watching AI Mahabharata as everyone seemed to be talking about it.
Couldn't watch more than half the episode and shut it down.
Don't waste your time over it. Piece of trash. https://t.co/socwu7ZZbQ
— दिव्य Disha (Seema Sharma) (@Divya__Disha) November 3, 2025
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