44. Draupadi’s Peril & Bheem’s Fury: The Slaughter of Keechak (Keechak Vadh Parva)

The Pandavas' secret is nearly exposed when General Keechak, the powerful brother of Queen Sudeshna, becomes obsessed with Draupadi (disguised as Sairandhri). While Yudhishthira pleads for patience to maintain their cover, Draupadi’s humiliation reaches a breaking point, leading her to seek Bhima’s help. The episode culminates in a gruesome midnight duel in the dance hall, where Bhima brutally slaughters Keechak, crushing his limbs to simulate the wrath of a Gandharva and protecting Draupadi’s honor.