India, Jan 22: Pocket FM, the world’s leading audio series platform, today announced its first major IP launch of 2026, The Kalki Trilogy, a large-scale mythological audio adaptation based on Kevin Missal’s bestselling novels. Marking another milestone in Pocket FM’s IP-led storytelling journey, the series expands the platform’s growing audio universe, following acclaimed adaptations such as Shaktimaan Returns and the recently announced expansion of the Baahubali universe.

With The Kalki Trilogy, Pocket FM continues to redefine how iconic stories are experienced, transforming celebrated literary worlds into immersive, binge-worthy audio narratives designed for a digital-first generation. Rooted in Indian mythology yet resonating with contemporary themes, the series brings the dark, war-torn world of Illavarti to life, reimagining the prophecy of Kalki, the final Avatar of Vishnu for modern listeners.

Set in a land ravaged by chaos and ruled by the ruthless Kali, The Kalki Trilogy follows the journey of Kalki as he rises amid tyranny, moral decay, and an inevitable clash between destiny and choice. Told through an expansive 60-episode Hindi audio series, the story builds toward an epic final confrontation, where the fate of dharma, humanity, and the world itself hangs in the balance.

Blending the epic scale of the original trilogy with Pocket FM’s signature narrative depth, the audio series goes beyond a direct retelling. It explores untold backstories, unseen conflicts, and new emotional layers, while preserving the soul, intensity, and mythological gravitas of Kevin Missal’s novels. Elevated by cinematic sound design, powerful voice performances, and immersive background scores, the series aims to place listeners at the very heart of the Kalki universe.

Vineet Singh, SVP and Head, Brand Marketing and Partnerships, Pocket FM, said,

 “At Pocket FM, we are building a long-term, IP-led entertainment ecosystem, one that allows iconic stories to evolve beyond formats and reach audiences in more immersive, meaningful ways. The Kalki Trilogy is a powerful addition to that vision. After expanding universes like Shaktimaan and Baahubali, adapting Kevin Missal’s work felt like a natural next step in our mythological slate. The world of Illavarti is intense, layered, and morally complex, and audio allows us to unlock its atmosphere in a way no other medium can. This launch reflects our ambition to take culturally rooted Indian stories and scale them for a global audio audience.”

Author Kevin Missal expressed his excitement about the adaptation. He said,

“The Kalki Trilogy has always been close to my heart, and hearing this world come alive on Pocket FM has been truly surreal. Audio brings out both the enormity of war and the inner conflict of Kalki in a deeply intimate way. Pocket FM has approached this adaptation with immense respect for the story, while also giving it a fresh, immersive dimension. I’m excited for listeners to experience the prophecy of the Avatar in this powerful new format.”

Over the years, Pocket FM has emerged as a destination for premium, long-form storytelling, successfully adapting well-known franchises and original works into audio-first experiences that drive deep engagement and repeat listening. With The Kalki Trilogy, the platform further strengthens its position as a pioneer in mythological and fantasy storytelling—proving that epic worlds don’t need screens to feel larger than life.