Chandamama Stories

The tale of King Mandukavarma, a ruler of minimal intellect, his equally incompetent minister, and the clever ex-minister Gunasila whose wit shone a revealing light onto the court. Packed with lessons, this story urges leaders to abandon foolishness and govern wisely.

A tale of a poor peasant farmer, his daughter, and a magical lizard who grants them wishes. The daughter’s ungratefulness leads to unexpected outcomes, teaching her the importance of gratefulness and kindness.

A compassionate act of a young man leads him to a magical journey under the sea, where he gains a unique gift from the Sea King: The Magic Ear. This intriguing tale follows his adventures, aided by the ability to understand animal language.

This enchanted tale follows Androcles, a young man captured and sold as a slave, as he manages to escape into the wilderness. His life takes an unexpected twist when he stumbles upon an injured lion – a chance encounter that ultimately leads to their both gaining their freedom.

A young man named Chandra embarks on a journey to gain higher education only to discover life-altering scrolls that guide him through his trials, achieving not only his academic ambitions but also wealth and acknowledgment.

A poignant story of a frog-faced girl, born into a humble family, who defies ridicule and finds her place in life through her celestial voice that earns her royal love.

Set in the land of Mahalaya, this story spins a tale of a magically gifted family who defy a prophecy and face the consequences of royal wrath. The magician Mamundi, his son Suppiah, and a naive young prince are the focal points of this suspenseful narrative teeming with magic and vengeance.