Viswamitra

SageKshatriya king who became a Brahmarishi through extreme penance

Originally a Kshatriya king who attained the rank of Brahmarishi through centuries of fierce austerities. His rivalry with Vasishtha and his seduction by the apsara Menaka are famous episodes. Father of Shakuntala through Menaka.

Relationships

Vasishtha(rival)
Shakuntala(father)
Menaka(lover)

Appears in 10 episodes

Adi Parva

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