India’s royal families carry centuries-old legacies, traditions and tales that continue to fascinate the world. Among them, the Wadiyar dynasty of Mysore holds a special place — known not only for its grandeur and wealth but also for a mysterious 400-year-old curse that allegedly prevented the birth of natural heirs.
Today, the clan believes that curse has finally been lifted — thanks to Princess Trishika Kumari Wadiyar.
A Royal Lineage Under a 400-Year Shadow
The Wadiyar dynasty, currently headed by 27th titular Maharaja Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, has ruled Mysore for centuries. Yet, according to local folklore, the family suffered a tragic prophecy dating back to 1612, when Queen Alamelamma of the Vijayanagara Empire cursed the Wadiyars while ending her life in the Kaveri River.
The curse reportedly declared that:
- Talakadu would be buried under sand,
- Malangi would turn into a whirlpool, and
- The Wadiyars would never have natural-born heirs.
Strangely, the royal family saw generation after generation of adopted successors — adding more mystery to the legend.
Hope Returns: Birth of the First Natural Heir in Six Decades
On 6 December 2017, history was rewritten when Princess Trishika Kumari Wadiyar gave birth to Aadyaveer Narasimharaja Wadiyar — the first natural-born heir of the dynasty in almost sixty years and, as per folklore, the first after four centuries.
The birth of Aadyaveer was widely celebrated in Mysore, with many believing that the centuries-old curse had finally been lifted.
Royal Joy Doubles With Second Son
The royal family’s happiness grew further when, in 2024, Princess Trishika gave birth to their second son, Yugadhyaksha Krishnaraja Wadiyar.
With two heirs born into the lineage, the Wadiyar clan and supporters feel the cloud of the ancient curse has been completely dispelled.
A Royal Wedding That Changed History
Princess Trishika, born into the noble Dungarpur royal family of Rajasthan, married Yaduveer Wadiyar in a grand ceremony at the Mysore Palace in 2016. Yaduveer himself had been adopted by Pramoda Devi Wadiyar after the death of her husband, the late Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadiyar, continuing the tradition of adopted heirs.
But with Princess Trishika’s marriage and the birth of her sons, the narrative shifted dramatically — restoring natural succession to the Mysore throne.
The Origin of the Curse: Legend of Queen Alamelamma
The legend traces back to 1612, when Mysore’s rulers took control of Srirangapatna. Queen Alamelamma, widow of the Vijayanagara ruler, fled to Talakadu after her jewels were seized. Before drowning herself in the Kaveri, she reportedly uttered the chilling curse that haunted Mysore for generations.
Over time, the three aspects of the curse appeared eerily true:
- Talakadu got covered in shifting sand dunes,
- Malangi became known for its dangerous whirlpools,
- And the Wadiyars saw centuries of adopted heirs rather than biological descendants.
Now, with Trishika’s children, believers claim that folklore has finally been disproven — or perhaps the curse has run its course.
Who is Princess Trishika?
Princess Trishika Kumari is the daughter of Harshavardhan Singh and Maheshree Kumari of the Dungarpur royal family in Rajasthan. Educated at Baldwin Girls’ School and later at Jyoti Nivas College in Bengaluru, she has quickly become one of the most admired modern-day royal figures in India.
One of India’s Wealthiest Royal Families
The Wadiyar dynasty remains among the richest royal families in India, with assets reportedly valued at ₹80,000 crore. Yaduveer was crowned in 2015 at the age of just 23, becoming the 27th head of the dynasty.
Today, with Princess Trishika by his side and two young princes born into the family, the Wadiyar lineage stands rejuvenated — symbolising the revival of a royal legacy once believed to be doomed by a curse.
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