Meet the Director : Saurabh Jethani

Welcome to Karmaratha Studio’s latest update! We are thrilled to introduce you to Saurabh, the visionary founder and director at Karmaratha Studio. Through his dedication to artistry and storytelling, Saurabh has been a driving force behind our ambitious mission: bringing the timeless epic of the Mahabharata to life as a compelling video game.

In our latest video, Saurabh takes you behind the scenes to share the inspiration, dedication, and journey that led him to establish Karmaratha Studio. He discusses his lifelong passion for video games, which blossomed during his youth with a Playstation 2 gifted by his parents. This early experience with gaming sparked a creative fire that would one day guide him towards a career in game development and lead him to take on one of the most ambitious projects imaginable—crafting an interactive Mahabharata experience.

A Fusion of Art and Technology

In Saurabh’s view, video games are more than just a form of entertainment; they are a pinnacle of modern artistic expression, blending painting, music, storytelling, and even engineering into a single, immersive experience. Through his words, you’ll hear his deep appreciation for how games integrate these diverse art forms, creating an interactive experience unlike any other medium.

The Mahabharata, with its epic narrative and complex characters, provide and ideal foundation for this vision. Saurabh and our team are bringing to life iconic figures such as Arjun, crafting them with painstaking detail—from the character’s facial features and anatomy to his distinct weaponry and clothing. Each element is thoughtfully created to stay true to the essence of the character while utilizing the latest in game design technology.

Why the Mahabharata?

As Saurabh explains, the Mahabharata was not simply chosen; rather, it felt as if it chose him.

Growing up in Bharat, stories of Krishna and Arjun are not just tales but part of the cultural and spiritual fabric of life. This profound connection to the Mahabharata inspired Saurabh to bring this epic to an international audience, allowing players from around the world to experience its timeless wisdom and thrilling action.

The journey has not been easy. Karmaratha Studio began as a small team united by a shared passion and vision. Our prototype and tech demo has evolved significantly, pushing us beyond our initial scope capabilities. But for Saurabh, this journey is about more than just creating a game; it’s about honoring a piece of cultural heritage and sharing it in a way that resonates with modern audiences.

What’s Next?

In 2024, we will continue to expand the world we’re creating, moving from Arjun’s tale into the broader spiritual and philosophical depth of the Mahabharata. We aim to introduce more characters. Our theme for this year is Jnana Yoga, or the “Yoga of Knowledge.” This reflects our team’s mission to gather and refine the knowledge and skills necessary to bring the game to life.

We are excited to invite you along this journey. Our upcoming updates will cover the technical challenges, creative breakthroughs, and glimpse into the world of Mahabharata as reimagined in a video game format. Thankyou for your continued support and enthusiasm as we work to create something truly epic.

Join us in honoring this timeless tale and shaping a new era of storytelling in games.