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Did Karna like Draupadi?

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William Rodriguez

Published Jan 22, 2026

Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni in her book The Palace of Illusions says that if Draupadi ever loved anyone it was Karna and the love was reciprocated. In her book she spoke about their strange love where in their lifetime they hardly spoke or even met but were constantly on each other's mind.

What Karna said about Draupadi?

Hearing these words, Karna gets angry and says that when Yudhishthira lost all his possession he also lost Draupadi, even specifically staking her. Karna calls Draupadi a "whore" for being the wedded wife of five men, adding that dragging her to court is not surprising act whether she be attired or naked.

Does Karna love Draupadi?

Karna expressed his inner vengeance but kept his love for Draupadi in his heart. According to the scriptures, when Bhishma Pitamah was lying on his matyushaiya in the war of Mahabharata, Karna came to him. The next day Karna and the Pandavas were to face each other.

Who was Karna Favourite wife?

Padmavati. In the Vyasa's Mahabharata (original version of the epic), Padmavati is the wife of Karna.

Did Karna abused Draupadi?

With Duryodhana, Karna is a key participant in insulting the Pandavas and Draupadi. He humiliates the Pandavas with his gift of speech and mocks Draupadi, then calls her a "whore" and asks Duhshasana to strip her off her clothes.

19 related questions found

Does Karna try to stop Draupadi Vastraharan?

Yes, he supported Draupadi Vastraharan. Infact it was Karna who ordered Dushashan to disrobe Draupadi. When Yudhistir put Draupadi for bet, Karna felt absolutely disgusting. He thought to himself I would commit suicide before putting Vrushali (Karna's wife) to the bet.

Why did Karna support Draupadi Vastraharan?

Since she had 5 husbands already, one more would not harm. N then he says, that although slaves are not allowed to choose their masters, Draupadi will be given the privilege of choosing her lord, as she was so choosy. These are what Karna said during Draupadi's vastraharan.

Who did Karna love?

According to one of the versions, there lived a princess named Uruvi, who fell in love with Karna after seeing him in the court of Dhrupad. She was the daughter of Kunti's friend Subhra.

Who was Pandu's Favourite wife?

Madri was more remembered as the beloved wife of Pandu than the mother of the Pandava twins Nakula and Sahadeva. Madri, the sister of Shalya was introduced by Vyasa with the epithet rupenaasadrishi, famous for her unparalleled beauty.

Which son of Karna survived the Kurukshetra?

Vrishaketu was the youngest son of Karna. He is the only son of karna to survive the Mahabharat war. Once Karna's identity was revealed, he was taken under the patronage of the Pandavas. He was the last mortal who had the knowledge of Divyastras like Brahmastra and Varunastra.

Why did Karna support Duryodhana?

Duryodhana immediately defended Karna, arguing that it is skill and bravery, and not birth, that defines a warrior. Using the boon granted to him by Dhritarashtra, Duryodhana made Karna king of Anga so that he was regarded as Arjuna's equal. Karna pledged his allegiance and friendship to Duryodhana.

What was Draupadi in her previous birth?

Draupadi had 2 previous birth. Vedavati - daughter of a sage who wanted to marry lord Vishnu. Ravan has got attracted to her and tried to molest her but she saved herself from him by jumping into pyre.

Who did Draupadi love more?

In hindsight, Draupadi ignores a man who loved her the most. The answer: Bheema. Of all her husbands, he is the one who loves her the most. He fulfills her every request, he cannot bear to see her hurt.

Who opposed Draupadi Vastraharan?

The only one present in the court who had the conscience to protest the unjust and unpardonable act of his own blood brothers- Duryodhana and Dusshasana – was Vikarna.

When did Karna save Draupadi?

Karna never saved Draupadi. After the Game of Dice, he did of course grudgingly express his respect for Draupadi. He declared that it was on account of Draupadi that the Pandavas were spared by Dhritarashtra (this was before they were recalled for the second game of Dice).

Why did Karna refused to leave Duryodhana?

Explanation: KARNA always refused to leave Duryodhan because he was karna's bestfriend and also Duryodhan was always there for Karna when he needed him and when Duryodhan needed Karna how could he leave him.. Karna promised Duryodhana that he will not leave Duryodhana till his death.

Does Pandu know about Karna?

Originally Answered: Did Pandu knew about Kunti's son Karna? No. She hides the fact successfully. Only Bhisma, Krishna and Kunti herself were aware of it.

Did Karna helped Pandavas?

Although Karna was elated after he found out that Kunti was his mother and Surya his father, he refused to join ranks with Pandavas, because of his friendship and loyalty towards Duryodhana. In true terms, Karna was the the only one who followed dharma throughout his life.

Did Ashwathama stop Draupadi Vastraharan?

No, he did not.

What was Karna's curse?

Earth Goddess cursed Karna that his chariot wheel gets struck in land which will lead to his death and a brahmin cursed Karna that Karna would die when he is weaponless as Karna killed his cow when it was helpless. In order to fulfill curses, Krishna spurred Arjuna to kill Karna in that situation.

Why did Pandavas not save Draupadi?

They were locked in the notions of Dharma. They couldn't go against the laws of Dharma which kept them bound as slaves. Other Pandavas weren't able to go against their elders in the Sabha and their elder brother.

Who ordered Draupadi Cheer Haran?

The Vastraharan or Cheerharan of Draupadi attempted by Duryodhan and his brother Dushashan in Mahabharat is a very shameful incident and would have been worse, had the Kauravas succeeded in disrobing the Pandavas' wife. But Lord Krishna, the brother, the Sakha (friend) and protector saved the Pancha princess in time.

Was yudhisthira in love with Draupadi?

Of course yes. he loved her where many example are given in the story. He only tells that she is so great that she takes care of all of us like a mother so in turn we should take care of her like our daughter to his brothers.

Who sleep first with Draupadi?

The first night with Yudhishtara proved disastrously frustrating for Draupadi who was by then aroused and willing to be taken. Bhima, who came next, got over his carnal desire by carrying Draupadi on his shoulders to show her the city till he was exhausted. Arjuna satiated her desire by masturbating her.