King Mahavish belonged to Ekshaku clan. He earned the right to enter heaven being a host to many ceremonies. Once Mahavish was invited to a party in heaven by none other than Brahma - the chief architect of the universe. Beautiful Ganga - the goddess of the greatest river - was also present in Bramha's party. Suddenly a gust of wind blew away Ganga's robe. (this is the first recorded incidence of wardrobe malfunction) . The gods averted their gaze, but Mahavish could not take his eyes off resplendent nude beauty of Ganga. Brahma grew angry with Mahavish. He cursed him: "You wretched man! Get lost!! Go back to the earth. You may return to the heaven only after you haved lived a human life". Mahavish chose to be born on earth as Shantanu , son of King Prateep. Shantanu was the emperor after seven generations from Kuru. Ganga meets the OctoBasus Ganga was returning to earth after the fateful party of Bramha. Mahavish's admirin
