Category: Kids

Kids’ award-winning titles: Bomanbridge ties up with Sun TV, others

MUMBAI: Bomanbridge Media, a Singapore-based content distribution and production agency, announced multiple kids’ programming title sales with: ABS-CBN in The Philippines, Sun TV India, TVB Hong Kong and MediaCorp Singapore. The titles include worldwide audience favorite kids’ programs: Strawberry ShortcakeTM, Rob the Robot, Oddbods, Insectibles, Musti, Giver as well as Odd Squad, an Emmy™, Parents’ Choice™ and Youth Media Alliance™ award-winning show; and Chirp, a Sinking Ship–produced title nominated for the 2016 Goethe Science Festival and will be screening in Bangkok this Fall.

ABS-CBN acquired Strawberry Shortcake S1 to S4 and Rob The Robot; Sun TV India will air Strawberry Shortcake S1 and S4, Strawberry Shortcakes: Sky’s the Limit, Strawberry Shortcakes: Sweet Dream, as well as Musti. MediaCorp Singapore took a variety of titles for its Kids’ channel Okto and online platform Toggle including: Odd Squad, Oddbods, Chirp, Insectibles, Rob the Robot S1 & S2, and Strawberry Shortcake: Berry Bitty Adventures S4.

“Bomanbridge’s latest slate of deals for exceptional Kids’ programs such as Odd Squad – a multiple Emmy TM winning program; and Chirp which has been nominated for the 2016 Goethe Science Film Festival, organized by Goethe-Institut. Insectibles and Oddbods were produced by Singapore’s top animation company, ONE ANIMATION, who has an excellent ratings’ track record across Europe as well as Asia. All of these shows represent the crème of the crop in the Children’s genre and are sure to delight kids of all ages,” said Bomanbridge Media CEO Sonia Fleck.

Oddbods, rated # 1 on Boomerang UK and one of CiTV’s top five shows in 2016 so far, is an animated series that follows the comedic adventures of seven adorable yet quirky characters. Every episode celebrates the ‘odd’ in everything where seemingly ordinary situations are given a humorous twist.

Insectibles is an award winning CG animated series developed by the producers of Oddbods. Be prepared to enter a world of micro proportions with macro adventures, when Grandpa’s invention accidentally shrinks both Zak and Grandpa down to the size of insects. Now these Insectibles find themselves facing challenges beyond their wildest dreams.

Odd Squad, produced by Canada’s Sinking Ship Entertainment, is a live-action comedy about a government agency run by kids in suits who are equipped with the world’s most advanced and unpredictable gadgetry. Odd Squad is a fun, engaging way for kids to become familiar with, and master, key math concepts & operations.

Giver, also produced by Sinking Ship is an inspirational program following teams of 6-12 year-olds who work together with their communities to build and improve local playgrounds.

Strawberry Shortcake: Berry Bitty Adventures a comedy/educational CG series that features Strawberry Shortcake and her girlfriends, all nine years old and two inches tall. The series teaches social/emotional lessons and emotional intelligence lessons on community life that will benefit our young audience.

In the Musti series, Musti regularly finds himself in unfamiliar and puzzling situations, but he always manages to come up with a sensible solution. Musti teaches children to act responsibly and, whenever possible, to try to stand on their own two feet.

In the Chirp kids’ series, Chirp, Squawk and Tweet are best friends who use their imaginations and everyday objects to get them in – and out of – fantastically fun adventures and hilariously sticky predicaments.

October 5, 2016
Kids’ award-winning titles: Bomanbridge ties up with Sun TV, others

MUMBAI: Bomanbridge Media, a Singapore-based content distribution and production agency, announced multiple kids’ programming title sales with: ABS-CBN in The Philippines, Sun TV India, TVB Hong Kong and MediaCorp Singapore. The titles include worldwide audience favorite kids’ programs: Strawberry ShortcakeTM, Rob the Robot, Oddbods, Insectibles, Musti, Giver as well as Odd Squad, an Emmy™, Parents’ Choice™ and Youth Media Alliance™ award-winning show; and Chirp, a Sinking Ship–produced title nominated for the 2016 Goethe Science Festival and will be screening in Bangkok this Fall.

ABS-CBN acquired Strawberry Shortcake S1 to S4 and Rob The Robot; Sun TV India will air Strawberry Shortcake S1 and S4, Strawberry Shortcakes: Sky’s the Limit, Strawberry Shortcakes: Sweet Dream, as well as Musti. MediaCorp Singapore took a variety of titles for its Kids’ channel Okto and online platform Toggle including: Odd Squad, Oddbods, Chirp, Insectibles, Rob the Robot S1 & S2, and Strawberry Shortcake: Berry Bitty Adventures S4.

“Bomanbridge’s latest slate of deals for exceptional Kids’ programs such as Odd Squad – a multiple Emmy TM winning program; and Chirp which has been nominated for the 2016 Goethe Science Film Festival, organized by Goethe-Institut. Insectibles and Oddbods were produced by Singapore’s top animation company, ONE ANIMATION, who has an excellent ratings’ track record across Europe as well as Asia. All of these shows represent the crème of the crop in the Children’s genre and are sure to delight kids of all ages,” said Bomanbridge Media CEO Sonia Fleck.

Oddbods, rated # 1 on Boomerang UK and one of CiTV’s top five shows in 2016 so far, is an animated series that follows the comedic adventures of seven adorable yet quirky characters. Every episode celebrates the ‘odd’ in everything where seemingly ordinary situations are given a humorous twist.

Insectibles is an award winning CG animated series developed by the producers of Oddbods. Be prepared to enter a world of micro proportions with macro adventures, when Grandpa’s invention accidentally shrinks both Zak and Grandpa down to the size of insects. Now these Insectibles find themselves facing challenges beyond their wildest dreams.

Odd Squad, produced by Canada’s Sinking Ship Entertainment, is a live-action comedy about a government agency run by kids in suits who are equipped with the world’s most advanced and unpredictable gadgetry. Odd Squad is a fun, engaging way for kids to become familiar with, and master, key math concepts & operations.

Giver, also produced by Sinking Ship is an inspirational program following teams of 6-12 year-olds who work together with their communities to build and improve local playgrounds.

Strawberry Shortcake: Berry Bitty Adventures a comedy/educational CG series that features Strawberry Shortcake and her girlfriends, all nine years old and two inches tall. The series teaches social/emotional lessons and emotional intelligence lessons on community life that will benefit our young audience.

In the Musti series, Musti regularly finds himself in unfamiliar and puzzling situations, but he always manages to come up with a sensible solution. Musti teaches children to act responsibly and, whenever possible, to try to stand on their own two feet.

In the Chirp kids’ series, Chirp, Squawk and Tweet are best friends who use their imaginations and everyday objects to get them in – and out of – fantastically fun adventures and hilariously sticky predicaments.

October 5, 2016
Powerpuff Girls: Over 30 brands partner with Cartoon Network

MUMBAI: The revival of Cartoon Network’s enduring original franchise The Powerpuff Girls made a spectacular debut on TV screens across EMEA recently. Now, with the show delivering consistently great ratings and interest in the brand accelerating, Cartoon Network proudly details its comprehensive first collection of EMEA licensing partners secured in the region.

The EMEA merchandise roll-out will be kicked off by global toy partner Spin Master who will launch its innovative toy range spanning plush, figures and playsets, dolls, role play and novelty items in spring 2017. A robust line-up of fashion, accessories, gifting, homewares, personal care, FMCG and back-to-school products will follow closely thereafter.

“The reaction to the return of The Powerpuff Girls has been remarkable. Blossom, Bubble and Buttercup may be little but they are generating a huge amount of excitement among fans, licensees and retailers” comments Johanne Broadfield,VP, Cartoon Network Enterprises EMEA. “We’re now delighted to be sharing details of the extensive line-up of partners that we’ve secured for this extraordinary franchise, and are confident that regardless of age, demographic or income, every fan will find a product they love.”

In the UK, a diverse range of top-class partners are being welcomed to The Powerpuff Girls licensing programme including Posh Paws (bags), Blues Clothing (apparel), Forbidden Planet (gifts and accessories), Branded Clothing International (apparel), William Lamb (footwear and kids’ bags), Smith & Brooks (kid and adult apparel), C&M Licensing (nightwear and underwear), The Janger Limited (clothing hangers and athletic wear), Drew Pearson International (headwear and accessories), Corsair Toiletries (personal care), Blueprint Collections (stationery),Roy Lowe and Sons (socks), Poplar Linens (homeware) and JFS Manchester (accessories).

Over in Italy, the brand’s first partners include Imap Export S.P.A. (apparel and accessories) and San Carlo Gruppo Alimentare (FMCG). For Spain, first partners include Karactermania (apparel, back-to-school and accessories), El Corte Ingles (accessories), Laboratorios Iberpos (personal care), Miss Hamptons (fashion accessories) and Dolci Preziosi (FMCG). Lethe Jakub Chmielniak also joins the vast line-up with apparel and accessory products for Central and Eastern European, and luxury fashion brand Bizuu recently debuted its AW16 collection in Poland with a high profile catwalk event.

For the Middle East, Cartoon Network has signed licensees including Party Center LLC (party-ware), Concept – Big Brands Group LLC (personal care), Trucare Fzc (fashion and homewares), SunCe Products Limited (back-to-school) and MEI Theatrical Limited (events). Finally, in a multi-territory deal, Bioworld will launch an assortment of apparel and accessories across EMEA and Pretty Ballerinas is on board for a global footwear collection.

The Powerpuff Girls is also widely featured in the dedicated Cartoon Network Zone at the recently opened IMG Worlds of Adventures in Dubai. Alongside the ‘Mojo Jojo’s Robot Rampage’ ride that offers visitors the chance to take the skies with Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup, the Cartoon Network retail store offers a vast array of Powerpuff Girl products, many of which are exclusive to the park.

In a further brand extension, Cartoon Network has recently partnered with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment to introduce The Powerpuff Girls into the popular LEGO dimensions video game in June 2017.

September 27, 2016
Powerpuff Girls: Over 30 brands partner with Cartoon Network

MUMBAI: The revival of Cartoon Network’s enduring original franchise The Powerpuff Girls made a spectacular debut on TV screens across EMEA recently. Now, with the show delivering consistently great ratings and interest in the brand accelerating, Cartoon Network proudly details its comprehensive first collection of EMEA licensing partners secured in the region.

The EMEA merchandise roll-out will be kicked off by global toy partner Spin Master who will launch its innovative toy range spanning plush, figures and playsets, dolls, role play and novelty items in spring 2017. A robust line-up of fashion, accessories, gifting, homewares, personal care, FMCG and back-to-school products will follow closely thereafter.

“The reaction to the return of The Powerpuff Girls has been remarkable. Blossom, Bubble and Buttercup may be little but they are generating a huge amount of excitement among fans, licensees and retailers” comments Johanne Broadfield,VP, Cartoon Network Enterprises EMEA. “We’re now delighted to be sharing details of the extensive line-up of partners that we’ve secured for this extraordinary franchise, and are confident that regardless of age, demographic or income, every fan will find a product they love.”

In the UK, a diverse range of top-class partners are being welcomed to The Powerpuff Girls licensing programme including Posh Paws (bags), Blues Clothing (apparel), Forbidden Planet (gifts and accessories), Branded Clothing International (apparel), William Lamb (footwear and kids’ bags), Smith & Brooks (kid and adult apparel), C&M Licensing (nightwear and underwear), The Janger Limited (clothing hangers and athletic wear), Drew Pearson International (headwear and accessories), Corsair Toiletries (personal care), Blueprint Collections (stationery),Roy Lowe and Sons (socks), Poplar Linens (homeware) and JFS Manchester (accessories).

Over in Italy, the brand’s first partners include Imap Export S.P.A. (apparel and accessories) and San Carlo Gruppo Alimentare (FMCG). For Spain, first partners include Karactermania (apparel, back-to-school and accessories), El Corte Ingles (accessories), Laboratorios Iberpos (personal care), Miss Hamptons (fashion accessories) and Dolci Preziosi (FMCG). Lethe Jakub Chmielniak also joins the vast line-up with apparel and accessory products for Central and Eastern European, and luxury fashion brand Bizuu recently debuted its AW16 collection in Poland with a high profile catwalk event.

For the Middle East, Cartoon Network has signed licensees including Party Center LLC (party-ware), Concept – Big Brands Group LLC (personal care), Trucare Fzc (fashion and homewares), SunCe Products Limited (back-to-school) and MEI Theatrical Limited (events). Finally, in a multi-territory deal, Bioworld will launch an assortment of apparel and accessories across EMEA and Pretty Ballerinas is on board for a global footwear collection.

The Powerpuff Girls is also widely featured in the dedicated Cartoon Network Zone at the recently opened IMG Worlds of Adventures in Dubai. Alongside the ‘Mojo Jojo’s Robot Rampage’ ride that offers visitors the chance to take the skies with Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup, the Cartoon Network retail store offers a vast array of Powerpuff Girl products, many of which are exclusive to the park.

In a further brand extension, Cartoon Network has recently partnered with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment to introduce The Powerpuff Girls into the popular LEGO dimensions video game in June 2017.

September 27, 2016
Contiloe forays into animated genre with ‘Mahayoddha Rama’

MUMBAI: Abhimanyu Singh’s Contiloe Pictures, after a hiatus of eight years, is all set to launch its first 3D animated movie, Mahayoddha Rama. The film is slated for a mid-October release.

Contiloe so far has been producing shows for Indian television. Some of the remarkable ones have been — Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat, Sankat Mochan Mahabali Hanuman, Adaalat and Agent Raghav.

Produced and presented by Abhimanyu and Roopali Singh, directed by Rohit Vaid, the film was earlier scheduled to be launched in 2008. The teaser was released in March of that year, but, the film never got to the screens due to some circumstances. Earlier, the CG production for the Mahayoddha Rama (3D, 108 Minutes) was being handled by then one of India‘s leading studios Pixion. However, now the major part of the film has been done by Illusions Studio. The production house is yet to engage distributors for the film.

Mahayoddha Rama has next-gen actors to veteran actors playing various characters. It stars Kunal Kapoor, Sameera Reddy, Jimmy Shergill and Gulshan Grover.

The music of the film is the last stint of the music director late Aadesh Shrivastava, Lyrics have been penned by Javed Akhtar, and the screenwriter is Ashok Banker. The creative direction was by Deepak S.V.

Zee is the official music partner of the film whereas Viacom 18 is the broadcast partner, informs Singh. “Zee has come on board as the music partner. Also, they will be helping us with the marketing as well. Apart from that, we have NucleusNow as the PR partner. We have already sold our broadcasting rights to Viacom 18, hence it will be available on Viacom 18’s platforms, both TV and OTT after the theatrical release.”

Viacom 18’s Motu Patlu: King of Kings is set to release on 14 October. Singh refused to comment on the release date.

September 16, 2016
Contiloe forays into animated genre with ‘Mahayoddha Rama’

MUMBAI: Abhimanyu Singh’s Contiloe Pictures, after a hiatus of eight years, is all set to launch its first 3D animated movie, Mahayoddha Rama. The film is slated for a mid-October release.

Contiloe so far has been producing shows for Indian television. Some of the remarkable ones have been — Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat, Sankat Mochan Mahabali Hanuman, Adaalat and Agent Raghav.

Produced and presented by Abhimanyu and Roopali Singh, directed by Rohit Vaid, the film was earlier scheduled to be launched in 2008. The teaser was released in March of that year, but, the film never got to the screens due to some circumstances. Earlier, the CG production for the Mahayoddha Rama (3D, 108 Minutes) was being handled by then one of India‘s leading studios Pixion. However, now the major part of the film has been done by Illusions Studio. The production house is yet to engage distributors for the film.

Mahayoddha Rama has next-gen actors to veteran actors playing various characters. It stars Kunal Kapoor, Sameera Reddy, Jimmy Shergill and Gulshan Grover.

The music of the film is the last stint of the music director late Aadesh Shrivastava, Lyrics have been penned by Javed Akhtar, and the screenwriter is Ashok Banker. The creative direction was by Deepak S.V.

Zee is the official music partner of the film whereas Viacom 18 is the broadcast partner, informs Singh. “Zee has come on board as the music partner. Also, they will be helping us with the marketing as well. Apart from that, we have NucleusNow as the PR partner. We have already sold our broadcasting rights to Viacom 18, hence it will be available on Viacom 18’s platforms, both TV and OTT after the theatrical release.”

Viacom 18’s Motu Patlu: King of Kings is set to release on 14 October. Singh refused to comment on the release date.

September 16, 2016
Motu Patlu, 800 kids clean up Mumbai beaches post-Visarjan

MUMBAI: Nickelodeon Toon Shiva along with superstars Motu Patlu were at Girgaum and Juhu Chowpatty on Fridayas part of a cleanup drive.

The drive was curated by CMCA, a non-profit organization which works with schools to promote civic awareness among youth and children. As part of the drive, over 800 students along with Nicktoons Shiva and Motu Patlu, collected the waste that got washed back by the water, after the Ganesh immersions. This was done in a bid to make the beaches litter free.

The purpose of this initiative was to sensitize children on the responsibilities that go with the celebration of any festival. In the case of Ganesh Visarjan, Nicktoon Shiva and superstars Motu Patlu educated the kids about the ill-effects of immersing POP idols in water bodies. The kids were encouraged to buy clay idols /eco-friendly idols or immerse their POP idols in artificial ponds.

Motu Patlu commented, “We are extremely proud of CMCA’s active involvement in promoting civic awareness and responsible celebration of festivities in Mumbai. It is important that the kids, who are our best friends, enjoy festivities but are also aware of the responsibilities that go with it. Children are not only impressionable and early adopters of change but also have tremendous power to amplify this message of a clean Mumbai.”

Vinodini Lulla, trustee at CMCA, added, “Students are encouraged to use ecofriendly idols. Cleaning up give the students an experiential learning on what we do to our beaches and marine life. We are delighted to have found a partner in Viacom18. With this drive, “We will be able to bring about a behavioral change towards environment protection among the young students in Mumbai.”

Viacom18 Media is one of India’s fastest growing entertainment networks and a house of iconic brands that offers multi-platform, multi-generational and multicultural brand experiences. Nickelodeon, India’s leading kids’ entertainment brand and part of the Viacom18, is available in over 100 million households in India. Children’s Movement for Civic Awareness (CMCA) is a 16 year old non-profit organization, working with schools across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Maharashtra, promoting democracy, citizenship values and civic awareness among children and youth.

September 16, 2016
Motu Patlu, 800 kids clean up Mumbai beaches post-Visarjan

MUMBAI: Nickelodeon Toon Shiva along with superstars Motu Patlu were at Girgaum and Juhu Chowpatty on Fridayas part of a cleanup drive.

The drive was curated by CMCA, a non-profit organization which works with schools to promote civic awareness among youth and children. As part of the drive, over 800 students along with Nicktoons Shiva and Motu Patlu, collected the waste that got washed back by the water, after the Ganesh immersions. This was done in a bid to make the beaches litter free.

The purpose of this initiative was to sensitize children on the responsibilities that go with the celebration of any festival. In the case of Ganesh Visarjan, Nicktoon Shiva and superstars Motu Patlu educated the kids about the ill-effects of immersing POP idols in water bodies. The kids were encouraged to buy clay idols /eco-friendly idols or immerse their POP idols in artificial ponds.

Motu Patlu commented, “We are extremely proud of CMCA’s active involvement in promoting civic awareness and responsible celebration of festivities in Mumbai. It is important that the kids, who are our best friends, enjoy festivities but are also aware of the responsibilities that go with it. Children are not only impressionable and early adopters of change but also have tremendous power to amplify this message of a clean Mumbai.”

Vinodini Lulla, trustee at CMCA, added, “Students are encouraged to use ecofriendly idols. Cleaning up give the students an experiential learning on what we do to our beaches and marine life. We are delighted to have found a partner in Viacom18. With this drive, “We will be able to bring about a behavioral change towards environment protection among the young students in Mumbai.”

Viacom18 Media is one of India’s fastest growing entertainment networks and a house of iconic brands that offers multi-platform, multi-generational and multicultural brand experiences. Nickelodeon, India’s leading kids’ entertainment brand and part of the Viacom18, is available in over 100 million households in India. Children’s Movement for Civic Awareness (CMCA) is a 16 year old non-profit organization, working with schools across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Maharashtra, promoting democracy, citizenship values and civic awareness among children and youth.

September 16, 2016
Animation film stresses need for elephant corridors

NEW DELHI: A timely message during a social event. To coincide with the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi festival, an animated film has been made to draw attention to the sad state of elephants in the country. The number of elephants has dwindled by almost half over the past few decades.

Culture Machine’s digital channel ‘Being Indian’ has released the new video titled ‘Our Elephants’ to shed light on the plight of elephants and the grave state of elephant corridors. The film says the total population of elephants has fallen and is between 27,000 and 29,000 now.

‘Being Indian’ takes the opportunity to edify people about the conditions of the real giant wanderers.

Elephant corridors are nature’s highways that allow elephants to move from one habitat patch to another. India houses 50 percent of the entire elephant population across the globe. The country is making efforts to promote elephant corridors and help preserve the friendly giant’s habitat.

Although possessing an overpowering exterior, elephants are one of the most social and intelligent creatures. They are responsible for sustaining the forest and keeping the ecosystem together.

‘Our Elephants’ by ‘Being Indian’ narrates the man versus the giant story through dialogue. Man survives by destroying and creating what has been given to him by nature. An elephant is similar, as he creates rivers and trails that lead to the evolution of newer species.

But, humans are disrupting this cycle of evolution and creation, but the poor elephants end up paying the price as they get run over by trains while making their great expedition through the forests.

Culture Machine’s digital channel ‘Being Indian’ stated, “It’s very crucial for us to realise the importance of the deteriorating conditions of our forests and dimensioning population of elephants. We have curated this content to raise awareness about the situation at hand, and help make a difference through our platform.”

The film gives the message: One can either choose to be impacted by the world or choose to impact world.

Watch the video on-

September 12, 2016
Animation film stresses need for elephant corridors

NEW DELHI: A timely message during a social event. To coincide with the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi festival, an animated film has been made to draw attention to the sad state of elephants in the country. The number of elephants has dwindled by almost half over the past few decades.

Culture Machine’s digital channel ‘Being Indian’ has released the new video titled ‘Our Elephants’ to shed light on the plight of elephants and the grave state of elephant corridors. The film says the total population of elephants has fallen and is between 27,000 and 29,000 now.

‘Being Indian’ takes the opportunity to edify people about the conditions of the real giant wanderers.

Elephant corridors are nature’s highways that allow elephants to move from one habitat patch to another. India houses 50 percent of the entire elephant population across the globe. The country is making efforts to promote elephant corridors and help preserve the friendly giant’s habitat.

Although possessing an overpowering exterior, elephants are one of the most social and intelligent creatures. They are responsible for sustaining the forest and keeping the ecosystem together.

‘Our Elephants’ by ‘Being Indian’ narrates the man versus the giant story through dialogue. Man survives by destroying and creating what has been given to him by nature. An elephant is similar, as he creates rivers and trails that lead to the evolution of newer species.

But, humans are disrupting this cycle of evolution and creation, but the poor elephants end up paying the price as they get run over by trains while making their great expedition through the forests.

Culture Machine’s digital channel ‘Being Indian’ stated, “It’s very crucial for us to realise the importance of the deteriorating conditions of our forests and dimensioning population of elephants. We have curated this content to raise awareness about the situation at hand, and help make a difference through our platform.”

The film gives the message: One can either choose to be impacted by the world or choose to impact world.

Watch the video on-

September 12, 2016