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The most shocking political true crime story in modern India. Pramod Mahajan was the BJP's charismatic "Kingmaker" and a Union Cabinet Minister. His extraordinary life was ended not by a political rival, but by his own flesh and blood.

In this chilling episode of The Brand and Tonic Show, we go beyond the headlines to uncover the toxic saga of the Mahajan brothers. We detail Pramod Mahajan's meteoric rise in the BJP, his influence on the cellular revolution, and the high-flying life that fueled a decade of profound resentment in his younger brother, Pravin Mahajan.

Hear the full, spooky tale of sibling rivalry turned hatred:

• The crushing humiliation and financial dependency that led Pravin to view his brother as a "generous dictator."

• The events of April 22nd, 2006, the three fatal shots, and the calm confession that stunned the nation.

• The dramatic courtroom battle and the verdict in this heartbreaking political tragedy.

If you're fascinated by Indian true crime, political history, and the darkest side of family dynamics, this is a must-listen episode.

Chapters: 

00:00:00 - Introduction: The Kingmaker's Tragic End

00:00:46 - April 22, 2006: The Morning of Reckoning

00:01:40 - The Characters: Pramod vs. Pravin Mahajan

00:03:08 - The Rise of Pramod Mahajan: From Teacher's Son to Master Strategist

00:04:48 - Pravin in the Shadows: Debt, Dependence, and Control

00:05:40 - The Brand: Pramod's Political Triumph and Affluent Life

00:06:50 - The Bitter Reality: Humiliation and Blocks to Pravin's Ambitions

00:08:12 - The Fatal Day: Three Shots in the Apartment

00:09:05 - The Aftermath and National Vigil

00:10:09 - The Trial and Conviction of Pravin Mahajan

00:11:45 - The Legacy and The Tragic Conclusion for Both Brothers

00:12:29 - Final Assessment: A Cautionary Tale of Unaddressed Envy

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