In the world of Raj Comics, Bhokal is a warrior who is known not only for his tremendous strength but also for his strong principles and belief in the justice of God. “Time Coil (Kaal Kundli)” is the same link in this chain, which brings out the age-old battle that goes on between ‘fate’ and ‘karma’. The question is simple—can a human being be strong enough to change the fate written by the Creator himself? The entire comic revolves around this question, and from here the story becomes interesting.
Extending the Plot
The story begins with a big and shocking claim. It is said that the creator of human destiny writes fate, but in the story comes a person who believes that he can write his own destiny and that of others. This person—Black Horoscope. Several decades later, he returns to his master from the dangerous and deep trenches of the Himalayas, having achieved ‘Kaal Siddhi’. He claims that he can change the movement of the planets and make desired changes in the combinations of anyone’s horoscope. Not only this, his ego has increased to such an extent that he says even the creator does not have the courage to stop his game.
The guru of Kaal Kundli, Yogeshwar, asks for Gurudakshina that is neither money nor any gem. Their demand is much more dangerous. They want Mahabali Bhokal to bow his head and come at their feet. Behind this lies an old enmity and the fire of humiliation. Kaal Kundli accepts this difficult and dangerous Gurudakshina without hesitation and sets out towards Vikas Nagar.
The story takes a real turn when, during a grand wedding ceremony in which Bhokal himself is present as a guest, the groom suddenly dies as soon as the wedding is completed. The doctors present there call it the fault of luck and horoscope. According to them, the groom’s death was fixed on the same day. Then Kaal Kundli comes on stage and openly challenges the creator’s decision. He changes the movement of the planets by using his terrible power, ‘Time Accomplishment’. The result is that a dead young man not only comes back to life, but his age increases by a hundred years. Seeing this miracle, the public considers him God and starts cheering him.
All this becomes not just an event for Bhokal, but a deep ideological challenge. When the whole world is bowing before Kaal Kundli, Bhokal stands alone and warns him that a person who shows miracles cannot become a creator. From here, the real battle between hero and villain begins—not of swords, but of thinking and belief.
Analysis of Characters
Bhokal (The Hero):
In this comic, Bhokal is shown not only as a powerful warrior but also as a strong-minded hero. Even though he appears helpless in front of the magical powers of Kaal Kundli, he never retreats from his principles. The pain of losing his wings is clearly visible in his face and behavior, which brings readers closer to him and makes his struggle even more human.
Kaal Kundli (The Villain):
Kaal Kundli is a very arrogant and dangerous opponent. His true strength lies not in his muscles, but in his knowledge, calculations, and grip on the planets. He is a villain who breaks the enemy first with his mind; then the rest is done automatically. He starts considering himself above God, and this is also his biggest fault.
Shikara (The Hunter):
Shikara is a cunning and technically expert hunter. He does not rely on magic, but on his traps, weapons, and plans. He understands Bhokal’s strength very well, so instead of hitting him directly, he tries to defeat him with deception and strategy.
Queen and the Public:
The behavior of the Queen and the general public clearly shows that in difficult times, people run after miracles more than the truth. They forget the real protector, Bhokal, and bow down to the hypocritical power that shows them an easy path. This crowd mentality makes this story even deeper.
Illustration and Dialogue
The drawing of ‘Time Horoscope’ is really praiseworthy. The team of Studio Guard and Sanjay Gupta has given life to every scene. Be it the attack of vultures or the fall of Bhokal from the chariot, every scene has been presented in a very fast and effective (dynamic) manner. The pride seen on the face of Kaal Kundli and the helplessness of Bhokal have been depicted so closely by the artists that the emotions reach the reader directly. The bright and dark colors used in the comic make its fantasy world stronger, making every page look vibrant.
Dialogues are also a big strength of this comic. Dignity and confidence are clearly visible in Bhokal’s words, while the taunts and satire of Kaal Kundli give a fast pace to the story. “I can change what the creator wrote”—a dialogue like this is not just a line, but completely explains the strength of the villain and his arrogance.
Philosophical Side: Fate vs. Karma
This comic is not just an entertaining story, but also hides a deep message within itself. In this, the difference between superstition and true faith has been shown very clearly. The story tells how people, after seeing miracles, consider someone as God, when the real hero is the one who stands firm on his principles. In this conflict between fate and karma, Kaal Kundli connects everything with the movement of the planets, while the struggle of Bhokal proves that a person’s karma can be bigger than his destiny.
Along with this, Shikara’s character also gives a different depth to the story. Burning in the fire of revenge, the character shows how hatred continues from generation to generation and the extent to which a hunter can fall to get his prey.
Drawbacks and Positive Sides
Positive Side (Pros):
The suspense in the story is very balanced and precise, keeping the reader engaged from beginning to end. A villain like Kaal Kundli is not only impressive, but also brings a new experience to the world of Raj Comics. The pairing of Shikara and Kaal Kundli makes the story more interesting. The comic ends on a powerful cliffhanger, which forces readers to read the sequel.
Drawbacks (Cons):
In some parts, Bhokal is shown to be overly helpless, which may disappoint his old fans a bit. Apart from this, no clear limit has been given to the powers of Kaal Kundli, due to which he sometimes feels more invincible than necessary.
Conclusion
‘Kaal Kundli’ is a very important and memorable comic of the Bhokal series. This story teaches that no matter how powerful evil is, and even if it claims to change your destiny, the path of struggle should never be abandoned. The scene of Bhokal’s wings being cut is such that no reader of Raj Comics can easily forget it. It is reminiscent of a period when comics used to be a serious and strong art medium for readers of all ages, not just children.
If you like fantasy, magical powers, and thriller stories, then this comic must be in your collection. The story ends with the name of ‘Death Sum’ and leaves us in front of a big mystery, which is answered in its next part, ‘Death Sum’.
Rating: 4.5/5
