Ramayan saga on NDTV Imagine is moving forward full steam. We saw first look of Ravan from Ramayan and here comes Kumbhkaran.

Kumbhkaran in Ramayan

Kumbhkaran is the demonic brother of Ravan. In Indian mythology, he was a giant of about 420,000 metres tall with a massive appetite.

Despite of his monstrous size and great hunger, he was considered good hearted a true Shiv Bhakt and held immense respect for Lord Ram. Even today, Kumbhkaran is associated with slumber.

Kumbhkaran in Ramayan

Anyone who likes to sleep for long hours and enjoys uninterrupted sleep is jokingly referred to as ‘Kumbhkaran’. In the battle with Ram, Kumbhkaran is forced to fight Ram as the brother of Ravan.