As the Vijayanagara Empire begins to crack under the weight of internal decay and reckless rulers, the stage is set for upheaval—and opportunity. This episode journeys through the chaotic years before Kempe Gowda I’s ascent, when intrigue, betrayal, and ambition reshaped the Deccan. From the decadent reign of Virupaksha II to the gritty rise of Saluva Narasimha, and from the slow unraveling of the Bahmani Sultanate to the quiet rise of the Wadiyars of Mysore—Ramjee Chandran uncovers the forces that converged to shift the balance of power. This is the prelude to the age of Krishnadeva Raya, and to the founding of Bangalore itself.

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Ramjee Chandran weaves together the intertwined histories of Vijayanagara, the Mysore Wadiyars, and the Kempe Gowdas during a period of significant change. Explore the grandeur of Vijayanagara, the political machinations of Deva Raya II, and the shifting power dynamics in the Deccan.

Delve into the early lineage of the Wadiyars, the legends and realities of their rise, and the consolidation of the Kempe Gowda clan. Witness the decline of the Sangama dynasty and the rise of the Tuluvas, setting the stage for Krishnadeva Raya's reign and the eventual founding of Bangalore.

This episode examines how these three strands of history shaped the destiny of the Mysore Deccan.

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The story of the Yelahanka Nada Prabhus unfolds alongside the rise of the Mysore Wadiyars—two families shaped by the shifting power dynamics of the Vijayanagara Empire. In this episode, Ramjee Chandran explores the role of local chieftains, the legends surrounding these dynasties, and the political landscape that defined their fate. From the last days of the Hoysalas to the dominance of Vijayanagara, the region was a complex, multilingual battleground of alliances and ambition. This episode also unpacks the origins of the name Kempe Gowda—how it emerged, what it signified, and why it endured. All of it leading to the founding of Bangalore and the legacy that followed.

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Ramjee Chandran begins Season 2 by revisiting captivating tale of the Gowda clan's migration to the Yelahanka region. Discover the legend of Doddamma, the dramatic migration from Alur, and the clan's journey along the Palar River. Explore the historical context as the Gowdas establish their rule and lay the foundations for Kempe Gowda I's legacy. This episode delves into the origins of a dynasty that would shape the future of Bangalore.

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Get ready for an epic journey through 400 years of Bangalore's history. In Season 2, Ramjee Chandran explores the city's transformation from Kempe Gowda I's grand pete to the arrival of the British. Witness the rise of the Wadiyars, the conflicts with the Bahmanis, Marathas, and Mughals, and the dramatic era of Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. Discover how trade, ambition, and global powers influenced the city we know today. Subscribe now and don't miss a single episode of this thrilling new season of The History of Bangalore.

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All journeys must pause before they continue. In this season finale Ramjee Chandran brings together the threads of history that led to the founding of Bengaluru. We step into the grandeur of Krishna Deva Raya’s court, witness the empire’s twilight as the Deccan Sultanates close in, and watch as vassals like the Wadiyars and Kempe Gowda rise to stake their claims in history.

Bangalore’s story is one of ambition, power, and reinvention—and as we close this chapter, we leave you with the echoes of history, a city waiting to be built, and the promise that there’s more to come.

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Join Ramjee Chandran as he navigates the complex history of the Vijayanagara Empire, from its contested origins to its consolidation of power. Explore the early reigns of Harihara and Bukka, the rise of the Bahmani Sultanate, and the shifting narratives surrounding this influential kingdom. Discover how Vijayanagara filled the power vacuum in the Deccan, setting the stage for the golden age of Krishnadeva Raya.

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Embark on a journey to uncover the origins of the Vijayanagara Empire. From its rediscovery by European surveyors to the legendary tales of its founding, we explore the historical context that shaped this powerful dynasty. Delve into the early days of Harihara and Bukka, and witness the seeds of an empire that would reshape the Deccan. Ramjee Chandran explores the theories around its founding, and the vacuum it filled in the south.

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In this episode, Ramjee Chandran traces the final years of Veera Ballala III, the last great Hoysala king, as he struggles to hold his kingdom together. From his uneasy vassalage under the Delhi Sultanate to his desperate attempts at reclaiming sovereignty, Ballala’s story unfolds against the backdrop of collapsing kingdoms and treacherous alliances. But his defiance comes at a brutal cost—captured and executed by the Madurai Sultanate, his death marks the definitive end of the Hoysala dynasty. Yet, from the ashes of his defeat, a new power is rising: Vijayanagara.

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Join Ramjee Chandran as he explores the decline and fall of the once-mighty Hoysala Empire. From the fractured reigns of Narasimha III and Ramanatha to the rise of the last king, Veera Ballala III, we trace the kingdom's weakening state. Witness the devastating impact of Malik Kafur's invasion and the eventual subjugation of the Hoysalas by the Delhi Sultanate, marking the end of an era.

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