Welcome! You are exactly where you belong — in Karadi’s Kingdom, where every word sings. From melodious rhymes for toddlers to timeless tales from the Panchatantra, Jataka, and Indian epics for the young readers, Karadi Tales audiobooks are sure to give you an incredible experience. These audiobooks bring stories to life through vivid narration, music, and art — a world where words dance, pictures speak, and voices sing.

Join beloved voices from film and theatre like Naseeruddin Shah, Usha Uthup, Vidya Balan, and more, and turn every page into an adventure.

Now, every story is just a scan away! Build your vocabulary and imagination as you read the picture book and listen with Karadi. To access the audio, scan the QR code in the book.

Heritage Folktales Set 1

The Blue Jackal

When Chandarva, a small jackal, wakes up to find his fur all blue, what does he do? Listen to this hilarious story from the Panchatantra to find out how he uses his colour to his advantage.
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The Foolish Lion

Budhu Raj, the evil lion-king, has all the animals under complete tyranny. Every day, an animal offers itself as food to the lion, until it’s time for Chatura to play a trick on him. Will the crafty little hare save his friends and escape the clutches of the foolish lion?
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Age Group:
4+ Years
Author: 
Shobha Viswanath
Narrator:
Naseeruddin Shah
Illustrator: 
Mandar Kanvinde
Music: 
3 Brothers & A Violin
Format:
Picture Books and Audio QR Code

Heritage Epics Set 1

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Birth of Krishna

A divine prophecy says that the eighth son born to Devaki will bring the death of her cousin Kamsa, the vicious ruler, and redeem the kingdom of Mathura. But he has jailed Devaki and sworn to kill every child born to her. Will the prophecy come true?
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Krishna’s Conquests

Where there is Krishna, there is mirth, music, mischief, and plenty of adventure! Listen in to Krishna’s extraordinary childhood encounters with Kaliya, the deadly serpent; Indra, the god of rain; and, eventually, the evil king Kamsa!
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Age:
4+ Years
Author:
Shobha Viswanath
Narrator:
Girish Karnad
Illustrator:
Chetan Sharma & Anagha Deshpande
Music:
3 Brothers & A Violin
Format:
Picture Books and Audio QR Code

Heritage Epics Set 2

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Birth of Ganesha

Do you know how Ganesha got an elephant’s head? When Shiva returns home after a long absence and is refused entry by a young boy guarding the door, he is enraged. Discover what happens when the child dares to combat the mighty Shiva.
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Kubera meets Ganesha

Kubera invites Ganesha to a grand feast at his magnificent palace, eager to flaunt his wealth. But little does he know what awaits when Ganesha arrives with a ravenous appetite. Will he teach Kubera a humbling lesson?
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Age:
4+ Years
Author:
Shobha Viswanath
Narrator:
Girish Karnad
Illustrator:
Thota Tharani
Music:
3 Brothers & A Violin
Format:
Picture Books and Audio QR Code

Karadi Rhymes

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Karadi Rhymes 1

Karadi comes alive in your home and classroom, celebrating the rich diversity of our nation through rhymes that capture the essence of an Indian childhood. With her iconic voice, Usha Uthup sings about mangoes and monsoons, festivals and families, colours and cricket, and so much more!
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Karadi Rhymes 2

Usha Uthup enthrals both the young and the young at heart with a delightful collection of rhymes. From trains and rains to kites and vibrant colours, each track bursts with rhythm and joy, making this audiobook a musical celebration of everyday Indian life.
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Karadi Rhymes 3

Auto-rickshaws ready to roll, tailors and cobblers weaving daily magic, and grand wedding feasts marking new beginnings, Karadi Rhymes 3 brings together some of the most cherished Indian experiences. Sung once again by the legendary Usha Uthup, this third volume is a vibrant tribute to the sights and sounds of India.
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Age:
9 months+
Singer:
Usha Uthup
Lyrics:
Shobha Viswanath
Illustrator:
Lalitha Thyagarajan, Dileep Joshi, Rayika Sen
Music:
3 Brothers & A Violin with Anuradha Sriram
Format:
Picture Books and Audio QR Code

Will You Read With Me? Set 1

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Little Vinayak

Imagine having such a long trunk that you keep tripping over it every time you walk! That is exactly Little Vinayak’s problem. No matter what he tries, he just can’t keep his trunk out of the way—until a very special friend comes along with a most unusual solution.
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The Lizard’s Tail

“Scqealichtitz!” and just like that, the little lizard loses his tail! Poor fellow. Desperate to find a new one, he sets off on a quest, only to discover an important lizard-life truth. A fun and thoughtful tale about accepting yourself just as you are.
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Age:
4+ Years
Author:
Shobha Viswanath
Narrator:
Vidya Balan
Illustrator:
Shilpa Ranade, Christine Kastl
Music:
3 Brothers & A Violin
Format:
Picture Books and Audio QR Code

Will You Read With Me? Set 2

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The Monkeys and the Capseller

Taklu the capseller is having a very bad day. His caps have been snatched away by a gang of cheeky monkeys! Will he be able to outsmart Metro, the monkey chief, and get them back? Listen to this delightful twist on a classic tale.
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Monkeys on a Fast

How do fat monkeys get thin? Chakrapani, the wise monkey chieftain, has a plan: a fast on Ekadasi! But can a bunch of hungry monkeys really go an entire day without eating? A hilarious story full of mischief and monkey madness.
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Age:
4+ Years
Author:
Anushka Ravishankar, Kaushik Viswanath
Narrator:
Sanjay Dutt
Illustrator:
Malavika P.C., Shilpa Ranade
Music:
3 Brothers & A Violin
Format:
Picture Books and Audio QR Code