Mukesh Khanna to return in and as Shaktimaan to stream on Pocket FM

In Shaktimaan Returns, the nation's most adored hero is powerfully brought back to life while maintaining the spirit of the original series.

In exciting news for fans who have long awaited his return, India’s iconic superhero Shaktimaan is back — this time in an exclusive 40-episode audio series on Pocket FM, featuring none other than Mukesh Khanna himself.

The promotional ad-film, which depicts villains from 90s Bollywood trembling at the superhero's return, has already generated buzz about the series, Shaktimaan Returns, which is currently available for free streaming to all users.

In Shaktimaan Returns, the nation's most adored hero is powerfully brought back to life while maintaining the spirit of the original series.

It offers an immersive experience unlike any other by fusing nostalgia, purpose, and contemporary storytelling with cinematic sound design.

The new storyline takes Shaktimaan’s mission beyond just fighting evil — this time, he’s battling humanity’s greed and the reckless exploitation of nature. His new nemesis, Mahatatva, once a protector of balance, has turned into a corrupted force determined to restore harmony to Earth, even through destruction.

To save the planet, Shaktimaan must seek out five mystical jewels — the Manis of Elements — and ultimately learn that the greatest power lies not in destruction, but in compassion and wisdom.

The man himself, Mukesh said, “Shaktimaan was created to inspire truth, selflessness, and courage in young minds. These values are timeless. When Pocket FM approached me, I was curious to see how those ideals would come alive through audio. But the way they’ve reimagined it, with a fresh storyline while preserving the soul of Shaktimaan, truly moved me. I doubt if any other production house could have done such justice to the character. I’m glad to see that the essence of Shaktimaan is alive and speaking to a new generation in a new voice.”

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For Mukesh Khanna, who originally brought Shaktimaan to life decades ago, this revival holds deep emotional significance. It’s not just a comeback, but a heartfelt continuation of the legend that inspired generations to believe in truth, strength, and moral courage.