Hanuman Jayanti 2024: The Mystery of 7 Chiranjeevi's

Hanuman

To begin with the one whose life is all about Bhagwan Shri Ram, it is believed that Hanuman Ji is blessed with immortality until Ram is chanted in this world.

Ashwatthama

Mentioning Mahabharata, son of Guru Dronacharya, Ashwatthama made mistakes in the infamous Kurukshetra War, and it is believed that he was cursed by Shri Krishna for his sins. He still has a head scar and leprosy.

Vedvyasa

Author of the Mahabharata, it is believed that Maharishi Ved Vyas was present in all three Yugas before the Kaliyug, and it is believed that he now resides in North India.

Vibhishan

Younger brother of Ravan and a bhakt of Shri Ram, he supported Bhagwan Ram and good over evil to get Maa Sita back with dignity and proved right decision-making, therefore blessed with immortality.

Parshuram

The Master of all Astras, Shastras, and divine weapons and the 6th Avatar of Bhagwan Vishnu. It is believed that when Kaliyug ends, he will become a martial guru and guide Kalki Avatar to end Kali Rakshas.

Mahabali

Known as the Asura King, it is believed that he was awarded immortality by Vaman Avatar of Bhagwan Vishnu when he offered his head for the 4th step, as the story dictates itself in Hinduism.

Kripacharya

One of the most important characters of the Mahabharata, he was not born the normal way. He never promoted partiality. It is believed that Bhagwan Shri Krishna gave him immortality because of his unbiasedness.