Two decades ago, life would stop every Sunday at 9:00 a.m., when Mahabharata aired on DD National. It was the original Game of Thrones, only 10 times more amazing and steeped in great history. Since then, many others have tried to re-create that magic, but haven't quite got it right. Now imagine if the Mahabharata were to become a major Hollywood motion picture. There are no words that can define this level of awesomeness. They say casting is half the battle for a good movie, so here goes.

7. Arjun - Orlando Bloom

A gifted archer and warrior, Arjuna was Guru Drona's favourite. The anecdote about Arjuna and the bird's eye is still told to kids as a lesson in focus.

8. Bheem - Tom Hardy

The mightiest of the five Pandavas had a fiery temper, but a heart of gold.