For generations of Malayali children, an is more than just a stack of paper; it is a time machine to a world of magic, mystery, and forest adventures. Since its debut on March 1, 1972 , Balarama has evolved from a monthly magazine for teenagers into India's most-read children's weekly, shaping the reading habits of millions. The Evolution of a Legend
This period began when N. M. Mohan took charge as editor-in-chief in 1983. He introduced the iconic Mayavi series in August 1984 and transitioned the magazine into a fortnightly in November 1984. old balarama collection
Initially focused on teenage readers, this era featured serious literary content and contributions from legendary figures like Vyloppilli Sreedhara Menon . For generations of Malayali children, an is more