As Karna and Arjun fight a fierce battle against each other, Duryodhan decides to kill Bheem. However, Bheem goes on to kill Duryodhan's brothers. Duryodhan strives to save them but is unable to. Gandhari realises that her sons are dying and starts mourning.

Karna wants Dronacharya to lead the Kuru army. He, Ashwatthama and Duryodhan manipulate Dronacharya by reminding him of his promise to the Kauravas and make him join the war. Meanwhile, Bheem vows to kill Duryodhan. Karna enters the battlefield.

Krishna reminds Arjun of Karna's divine weapon. Bhishma meets Karna and tells him that he was aware of his identity, hence wanted to keep him away from the Kuru family. Meanwhile, Dronacharya refuses to participate in the war.

Kunti, Draupadi and Arjun look after Bhishma. On his request, Arjun summons his mother, Ganga, to the battlefield. While she takes care of Bhishma, Duryodhan decides to appoint Karna as the new commander of the Kuru army. Dronacharya is upset with Duryodhan's decision and leaves the meeting.