The History Of Bangalore

Saluva Narasimha’s dramatic seizure of the Vijayanagara throne may have rescued the empire — but it did not restore its stability. In this episode, Ramjee Chandran explores the fragile legitimacy of Narasimha’s rule, the chaos that followed his death, and the rise of his trusted general, Narasa Nayaka. As the Saluva dynasty crumbles with the murder of Narasimha’s elder son Timmabhupala and the imprisonment of the younger, Immadi Narasimha, power passes decisively to the Tuluva faction. What follows is a tale of regency, coercion, and strategic dominance — as Narasa Nayaka sets the stage for the rise of Krishnadevaraya, the most celebrated emperor in Vijayanagara’s history. NOTE: All references to the Sangama king Virupaksha must be taken to mean Praudharaya — they were in all likelihood the same man, We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/] Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore] Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR⁠ [https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR] YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234⁠ [https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234] iHeartRadio: ⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/⁠ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/] Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to ⁠hob@explocity.com⁠ [hob@explocity.com]. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.

In this insightful interlude, Ramjee Chandran steps back from the historical narrative to examine how the history of the Deccan has been recorded and interpreted over time. Explore the evolution of historical writing from ancient inscriptions and Persian chronicles to British colonial accounts and modern scholarship. Understand how political agendas, religious biases, and cultural perspectives have shaped our understanding of the past, and why a critical approach to historical sources is essential. This episode offers a crucial lens through which to view the narratives of the Deccan's rich and complex history. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/] Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore] Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR⁠ [https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR] YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234⁠ [https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234] iHeartRadio: ⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/⁠ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/] Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to ⁠hob@explocity.com⁠ [hob@explocity.com]. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.

Ramjee Chandran shines a spotlight on Saluva Narasimha, the general who rose amidst the chaos of Vijayanagara's declining years to become its saviour. Explore his early life, his strategic military campaigns against the Gajapatis and the Bahmanis, and his crucial role in stabilising the fractured empire. Discover how his decisive actions, often overlooked in favour of later rulers, prevented the complete disintegration of Vijayanagara and paved the way for its resurgence. This episode examines the man who, through his unwavering resolve and leadership, rescued a kingdom on the brink of collapse. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ [https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore [https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore] Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR [https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR] YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 [https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234] iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/] Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com [hob@explocity.com]. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.

As the Vijayanagara Empire begins to crack under the weight of internal decay and reckless rulers, the stage is set for upheaval—and opportunity. This episode journeys through the chaotic years before Kempe Gowda I’s ascent, when intrigue, betrayal, and ambition reshaped the Deccan. From the decadent reign of Virupaksha II to the gritty rise of Saluva Narasimha, and from the slow unraveling of the Bahmani Sultanate to the quiet rise of the Wadiyars of Mysore—Ramjee Chandran uncovers the forces that converged to shift the balance of power. This is the prelude to the age of Krishnadeva Raya, and to the founding of Bangalore itself. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ [https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore [https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore] Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR [https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR] YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 [https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234] iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/] Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com [hob@explocity.com]. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.

Ramjee Chandran weaves together the intertwined histories of Vijayanagara, the Mysore Wadiyars, and the Kempe Gowdas during a period of significant change. Explore the grandeur of Vijayanagara, the political machinations of Deva Raya II, and the shifting power dynamics in the Deccan. Delve into the early lineage of the Wadiyars, the legends and realities of their rise, and the consolidation of the Kempe Gowda clan. Witness the decline of the Sangama dynasty and the rise of the Tuluvas, setting the stage for Krishnadeva Raya's reign and the eventual founding of Bangalore. This episode examines how these three strands of history shaped the destiny of the Mysore Deccan. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ [https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore [https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore] Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR [https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR] YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 [https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234] iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/] Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To know about sources for any specific information, we encourage you to correspond with Ramjee Chandran here: editor@explocity.com [ramjeechandran@explocity.com]. We will pass it on. We do our best to reply expeditiously to every mail we receive.