Category: Kids

  • Cartoon Network to celebrate Republic Day with premiere of ‘Krishna: Makhan Chor’

    Cartoon Network to celebrate Republic Day with premiere of ‘Krishna: Makhan Chor’

    MUMBAI: Cartoon Network will celebrate Republic Day with the Indian television premiere of Green Gold Animation Studio’s second 2-D animation feature Krishna: Makhan Chor on 26 January at 12 noon and 7:30 p.m. This also marks the worldwide premiere of the 2-D animated feature film.

    This is Cartoon Network’s third acquisition from Hyderabad-based Green Gold Animation Studio, the earlier being Vikram Betaal in 2005 and Krishna: the Birth which was premiered on Janamashtami last year, informs an official release.

    Turner International India Pvt. Ltd. VP advertising sales and networks, India and South Asia Monica Tata said, “There has been no looking back on local acquisitions since 2001, when Cartoon Network was the first kids’ channel to premiere Indian animation. Indian animations on the Network have been a hit with kids. In fact, the premiere of Krishna: the Birth, rated exceptionally well with a 1.2 TVR in the kids’ segment and its telecast positioned Cartoon Network not only as a leader in the kids’ segment, but also as the #2 National Channel in the 15+ audience (across general interest channels, all India, for the telecast time of 2p.m. on August 16, 2006).”

    PMI Green Gold Animation Pvt. Ltd Managing Director Rajiv Chilakalapudi said, “Green Gold is dedicated to creating high quality original animation content for Television and Film. Our passion and commitment to Indian Animation has yielded fruitful results with the overwhelming success of Krishna: the Birth, our first part of the Krishna series. Indeed we are equally confident that its sequel Krishna:Makhan Chor will also be a huge success and resonate with kids and families alike. Over 100 professionals at Green Gold worked on this project and the passion and energy created was exemplary – it was unbelievable teamwork. We are extremely happy that our creations are seen on the number one channel for kids, Cartoon Network.”

    Krishna: Makhan Chor which is the second part of a four part series, narrates the story of Lord Krishna in his childhood. It is set against the backdrop of his growing years under the love and care of his foster parents, Nandlal and Yashoda, to become the popular, mischievous but lovable “Kanha” of Gokul. This part also includes Krishna’s tryst with various demons, which have been sent by his uncle, Kansa.

  • Cartoon Network to celebrate Republic Day with premiere of ‘Krishna: Makhan Chor’















    MUMBAI: Cartoon Network will celebrate Republic Day with the Indian television premiere of Green Gold Animation Studio‘s second 2-D animation feature Krishna: Makhan Chor on 26 January at 12 noon and 7:30 p.m. This also marks the worldwide premiere of the 2-D animated feature film.


    This is Cartoon Network‘s third acquisition from Hyderabad-based Green Gold Animation Studio, the earlier being Vikram Betaal in 2005 and Krishna: the Birth which was premiered on Janamashtami last year, informs an official release.











    Turner International India Pvt. Ltd. VP advertising sales and networks, India and South Asia Monica Tata said, “There has been no looking back on local acquisitions since 2001, when Cartoon Network was the first kids‘ channel to premiere Indian animation. Indian animations on the Network have been a hit with kids. In fact, the premiere of Krishna: the Birth, rated exceptionally well with a 1.2 TVR in the kids‘ segment and its telecast positioned Cartoon Network not only as a leader in the kids‘ segment, but also as the #2 National Channel in the 15+ audience (across general interest channels, all India, for the telecast time of 2p.m. on August 16, 2006).”


    PMI Green Gold Animation Pvt. Ltd Managing Director Rajiv Chilakalapudi said, “Green Gold is dedicated to creating high quality original animation content for Television and Film. Our passion and commitment to Indian Animation has yielded fruitful results with the overwhelming success of Krishna: the Birth, our first part of the Krishna series. Indeed we are equally confident that its sequel Krishna:Makhan Chor will also be a huge success and resonate with kids and families alike. Over 100 professionals at Green Gold worked on this project and the passion and energy created was exemplary – it was unbelievable teamwork. We are extremely happy that our creations are seen on the number one channel for kids, Cartoon Network.”


    Krishna: Makhan Chor which is the second part of a four part series, narrates the story of Lord Krishna in his childhood. It is set against the backdrop of his growing years under the love and care of his foster parents, Nandlal and Yashoda, to become the popular, mischievous but lovable “Kanha” of Gokul. This part also includes Krishna‘s tryst with various demons, which have been sent by his uncle, Kansa

  • Nick Jr US to celebrate Valentine’s Day with special programming

    Nick Jr US to celebrate Valentine’s Day with special programming

    MUMBAI: In keeping with the theme of Valentine’s Day, Nick Jr. in the Unites States will deliver special treats to preschoolers with three new, holiday-themed half-hour episodes of the animated series Go, Diego, Go!, The Backyardigans, and Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! on 14 February.

    To complement the on-air programming, Nick Jr.’s website (http://www.nickjr.com/) will feature love-themed arts and crafts activities, recipes, e-cards, and customized printables highlighting characters from Dora the Explorer, Blue’s Clues, The Backyardigans and The Wonder Pets!, among others.

    The site will also feature an exclusive Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! printable storybook entitled “Wubbzy Saves Valentine’s Day,” informs an official release.

  • Nick Jr US to celebrate Valentine’s Day with special programming

    MUMBAI: In keeping with the theme of Valentine‘s Day, Nick Jr. in the Unites States will deliver special treats to preschoolers with three new, holiday-themed half-hour episodes of the animated series Go, Diego, Go!, The Backyardigans, and Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! on 14 February.






















    To complement the on-air programming, Nick Jr.‘s website (http://www.nickjr.com/) will feature love-themed arts and crafts activities, recipes, e-cards, and customized printables highlighting characters from Dora the Explorer, Blue‘s Clues, The Backyardigans and The Wonder Pets!, among others.


    The site will also feature an exclusive Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! printable storybook entitled “Wubbzy Saves Valentine‘s Day,” informs an official release.

  • Disney Pixar’s animated movie ‘Wall-E’ to release in 2008















    MUMBAI: Walt Disney Company CEO Robert Iger revealed a picture of Disney and Pixar‘s latest computer-animated movie titled Wall-E, in a letter to shareholders. Reportedly, the movie will be released in June 2008.



    Finding Nemo director Andrew Stanton will direct Wall-E, whose storyline revolves around a robot.


    Slated to hit theaters this year is Disney-Pixar‘s next feature film Ratatouille, which tells the tale of a rat living living in Paris.

     

  • Disney Pixar’s animated movie ‘Wall-E’ to release in 2008

    Disney Pixar’s animated movie ‘Wall-E’ to release in 2008

    MUMBAI: Walt Disney Company CEO Robert Iger revealed a picture of Disney and Pixar’s latest computer-animated movie titled Wall-E, in a letter to shareholders. Reportedly, the movie will be released in June 2008.

    Finding Nemo director Andrew Stanton will direct Wall-E, whose storyline revolves around a robot.

    Slated to hit theaters this year is Disney-Pixar’s next feature film Ratatouille, which tells the tale of a rat living living in Paris.

     

  • BabyUniverse & HarperCollins Publishers ink video content partnership deal

    BabyUniverse & HarperCollins Publishers ink video content partnership deal

    MUMBAI: BabyUniverse, Inc. an Internet content, commerce and new media company in the pregnancy, baby and toddler marketplace, has announced that it has signed a video content partnership agreement with HarperCollins Publishers.

    Entertaining video segments based on scenarios from the new book, Babyproofing Your Marriage, How to Laugh More, Argue Less, and Communicate Better as Your Family Grows, will be featured on BabyTV.com, an Internet integrated broadcast channel and social networking community focused on the needs of new and expectant parents, informs an official release.

    “We could not be more excited about this unique content relationship and its alignment with the objectives of BabyTV.com,” said BabyUniverse chairman and CEO John Textor. “HarperCollins’ decision to produce entertaining video content as a means to promote this certain best seller is truly visionary in the new media marketplace. With our acute focus on the connection between content and commerce, the content of Babyproofing Your Marriage has found a perfect home at BabyTV.com.”

    BabyTV.com debuted in December 2006 with cross visibility to over 1.7 million monthly unique visitors of BabyUniverse-owned e-commerce properties such as BabyUniverse.com, PoshTots.com and DreamTimeBaby.com, and content properties such as PoshCravings.com and ePregnancy.com, adds the release.

    BabyTV.com is presented in an interactive format in which the consumer can tune in to broadcast-quality streaming television, upload videos to share with the community, interact with live events, engage in e-commerce transactions, browse links on the Web, and participate in BabyTV.com’s online community.

     

  • BabyUniverse & HarperCollins Publishers ink video content partnership deal















    MUMBAI: BabyUniverse, Inc. an Internet content, commerce and new media company in the pregnancy, baby and toddler marketplace, has announced that it has signed a video content partnership agreement with HarperCollins Publishers.


    Entertaining video segments based on scenarios from the new book, Babyproofing Your Marriage, How to Laugh More, Argue Less, and Communicate Better as Your Family Grows, will be featured on BabyTV.com, an Internet integrated broadcast channel and social networking community focused on the needs of new and expectant parents, informs an official release.



    “We could not be more excited about this unique content relationship and its alignment with the objectives of BabyTV.com,” said BabyUniverse chairman and CEO John Textor. “HarperCollins‘ decision to produce entertaining video content as a means to promote this certain best seller is truly visionary in the new media marketplace. With our acute focus on the connection between content and commerce, the content of Babyproofing Your Marriage has found a perfect home at BabyTV.com.”


    BabyTV.com debuted in December 2006 with cross visibility to over 1.7 million monthly unique visitors of BabyUniverse-owned e-commerce properties such as BabyUniverse.com, PoshTots.com and DreamTimeBaby.com, and content properties such as PoshCravings.com and ePregnancy.com, adds the release.BabyTV.com is presented in an interactive format in which the consumer can tune in to broadcast-quality streaming television, upload videos to share with the community, interact with live events, engage in e-commerce transactions, browse links on the Web, and participate in BabyTV.com‘s online community.

     

  • Horlicks ‘Wiz Kids Exam Ka Bhoot Bhagao’ initiative helps Mumbai kids to cope with exam pressure















    MUMBAI: GlaxoSmithKline‘s health food drink, Horlicks has kicked off an on ground initiative to provide Mumbai students with exam and health tips as part of the ‘Horlicks Wiz Kids Exam Ka Bhoot Bhagao‘ interactive sessions that prepares kids to cope with exam stress. The session commenced on 17 January and will be held for the entire week in other schools in Mumbai.

    This initiative by Horlicks, aims to help kids prepare better for exams, also provided parents, teachers and principals with ‘Exam Time Tips‘ booklet on how to support children practically and emotionally during exam time – to ensure that children feel encouraged and get the right nourishment and atmosphere to study.



    Experts interacted with students at the ‘Exam Ka Bhoot Bhagao‘ event throwing light on the importance of studying, modes of thinking and ways to recognize one‘s study patterns for producing effective results. Exam tips were related to attention and concentration, concept of memory, tips and techniques on how to improve memory, methodology of reading text books better and test taking strategy. Health tips laid emphasis on diet, nutrition, sleep, exercise and relaxation, informs an official release.


    The week long event begun at Ramniranjan Podar School, however, students of the Naval Public School (Colaba), Cambridge school (Kandivali) and Oxford Public school will also be among the other schools to benifit from the ‘Exam Ka Bhoot Bhagao‘ interactive session.

    GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare vice president marketing Shubhajit Sen said, “There is an ever increasing pressure of exams amongst students. This may also lead to declining results and self confidence in them. To cope with exam stress and fear, and to help students become sharper at studies, we have undertaken this initiative for students in India. Students can now prepare better for their exams by adopting exam tips online, on TV, radio, newspapers, magazines and through our ‘Exam Ka Bhoot Bhagao‘ interactive sessions in schools.”

     

  • Fisher-Price unveils ‘Galli Galli Sim Sim’s’ Elmo singing & dancing to the ‘Hokey Pokey’















    MUMBAI: Fisher-Price, the infant and pre-school brand from Mattel Toys has introduced Galli Galli Sim Sim‘s main character Elmo to the Indian market, as a soft toy that can dance, sing and speak. What‘s more, it speaks the local language, Hindi. Apart from Elmo, the range also includes other characters like Bharat, Ernie and Biscuit Badshah from the show.


    The surprise element of the range is that the first-ever Hindi speaking Elmo sings and dances to the tune of “Hokey Pokey” while grooving to the beats and doing all the steps, including turning around in a full circle and shaking all about.



    The assortment from Fisher-Price includes soft toys including Bharat, Ernie, Biscuit Badshah and Elmo in 9 and 18 inch sizes, priced at Rs. 299 and Rs. 799 respectively. While a jumbo size of 24 inches is priced at Rs. 1099. The customised ‘Hokey Pokey Elmo‘ is 11 inches tall, and is available for Rs. 1399. The complete range will be available at all leading departmental and toy stores, informs an official release.Sesame Street‘s Indian adaptation Galli Galli Sim Sim aims to empower young children by making learning fun. International versions of Sesame Street are given their own muppets to reflect local issues. In India, they have characters like Googly, Chamki, Aanchoo and Boombah, who have been specially created with Indian characteristics and elements. Developed with the help of Indian educational experts, the show exposes children to reading and counting and claims to help children to cope with their emotions, develop healthy habits, value diversity, take pride in their culture and treat others with respect.