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  • Animated Salman Khan’s “Dabangg” on Cartoon Network telecast

    Animated Salman Khan’s “Dabangg” on Cartoon Network telecast

    Thiruvananthapuram: Cartoon Network, one of the most popular animation channels in India will telecast Dabanng-The Animated Series from 31 May, every day at 12.00 PM. The series is based on Salman Khan’s iconic cop character ‘Chulbul Pandey’ from the “Dabangg” franchise. 

    Created made by WarnerMedia, in association with Cosmos-Maya, “Dabangg-The Animated Series” joins the Cartoon Network line-up following the resounding success of other homegrown comedies like “Titoo – Har Jawaab Ka Sawaal Hu”, “Smashing Simmba” and “Lambu-G Tingu-G” on its companion channel POGO. 

    Marking the launch of this latest homegrown IP, inspired by one of Bollywood’s most celebrated super-cop franchises, Cartoon Network is also launching a “#ThankYouForBeingDabangg campaign”. This unique initiative aims to celebrate the valour of police officers in India, and kids across the nation will be able to express their gratitude towards police officers through handwritten notes, videos, and messages as a part of this campaign,. 

    Cartoon Network and POGO, South Asia network head Abhishek Dutta revealed that the new “Dabangg animated series” is customized to cater to the needs of kids and families. 

    “Our new animated action-comedy is just so much fun and stars the character ‘Chulbul Pandey’ – the quirkiest cop in town. It’s been great to work with Cosmos-Maya for yet another highly-promising project. Through the ‘#ThankYouForBeingDabangg campaign’, we will also take the opportunity to recognise the constant endeavours of the police force during the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage our fans and parents to partake in this initiative and showcase their gratitude,” added Dutta. 

    Dabanng movie producer Arbaaz Khan said, “We are thrilled to associate with Cartoon Network and Cosmos-Maya to bring to kids their favourite action-packed Bollywood franchise in an animated ‘avatar’. It has been a joyride to create new narratives with ‘Chulbul Pandey’, who the country has come to know and love. We just cannot wait for little fans and their parents to meet the animated version of the quirky and amazing ‘Chulbul Pandey’ on Cartoon Network!” 

  • Cartoon Network’s family fun time with Best Summer Ever campaign

    Cartoon Network’s family fun time with Best Summer Ever campaign

    NEW DELHI: Kids’ entertainment channel Cartoon Network has rolled out the Best Summer Ever campaign for kids and parents, which aims to transform homes into the ultimate destinations for exciting adventures that could be enjoyed with the entire family. 

    As a part of the Best Summer Ever campaign running from May to 27 June, the channel will telecast popular shows including Grizzy and the Lemmings, Tom and Jerry, and BandbudhAurBudbak every day between 8 AM and 10 AM. 

    The channel has also launched its microsite, which will bring over 150 home-based activities across five themes that will entertain and regale kids, within the comfort and safety of their homes. With a little bit of imagination and some help from their parents, kids will watch every corner of their homes turn into the playful spaces they see on their favorite shows.

    Powered by Rasna, Best Summer Ever will offer a volley of activities designed around the best-loved franchises including We Bare Bears, Tom and Jerry, Looney Tunes, Teen Titans Go! and Ben10. The engaging activities will be spread across multiple ‘pillars’ while corresponding to special corners of the home, on the microsite. Kids can enjoy the greatest musical performance of all time in the shower Toon Tunes Valley or get inspired by the most fabulous dance routine in the living room Gymsville. 

    The super fun themes include:

    ●        Play: Craft Creek with Looney Tunes – Nothing spells more satisfaction than indulging in your own creation! From show-themed food recipes to DIY craft activities, there’s no time to chill or even go ‘What’s Up Doc?’

    ●        Music: Toon Tunes Valley with We Bare Bears – Grab your hairbrush and be confident like Ice Bear as you hone your vocals with notable Cartoon Network tunes.

    ●        Movement: Gymsville with Tom and Jerry – Ever wonder how Tom never gets tired of a mouse hunt? We’re spilling the cheese on Tom’s secret set of Cartoon Network workout videos so you can start training for the home adventures ahead!

    ●        Explore: Toonsplorer Island with Teen Titans Go! — From drawing, coloring, solving, decorating, even upgrading your mobile devices with wallpapers of your favorite toons, let’s add some fizzle to your virtual life.

    ●        Games: ArcadeTown with Ben10 – Have an intergalactic time playing different games with your fave toons online.

    “With the current challenging times, we understand the worry and the unease that comes with it for homebound kids. Cartoon Network has developed Best Summer Ever, a regional campaign for kids to enjoy their summer holidays in a unique way, keeping them engaged and entertained within the safety and comfort of their homes, with their families,” said Cartoon Network and WarnerMedia companion channel POGO South Asia Network Head Abhishek Dutta. 

    Cartoon Network will also introduce digital contests and challenges. The most actively participating kids will stand to win exciting goodies from the brand. Add that to chock full of summer-themed recipes, crafts, sing-alongs, watch parties, and much, much more.

  • Cartoon Network greenlights ‘Lamput’ season 4 & ‘Lamput Meets Tuzki’ special

    Cartoon Network greenlights ‘Lamput’ season 4 & ‘Lamput Meets Tuzki’ special

    Cartoon Network has announced three new originals which are currently under various stages of development and production. These new originals will feature four animated icons, and it includes the development of a short-form Tom and Jerry pilot, which sees for the first time the classic cat-and-mouse duo transplanted to the Asia-Pacific region. 

    The production of Lamput Meets Tuzki, a special starring two well-known characters hailing from India and China, has also commenced, while the network has confirmed that work will soon begin on the fourth season of Lamput.

    "Audiences have been laughing at Tom and Jerry’s chase antics for over 80 years. But this is the first time we’re looking at transporting the frenemies to our region, and reimagining their antics in an authentic and distinctly local context. We are working closely with Warner Bros Animation and Cartoon Network Studios in Burbank to bring these new adventures to life," said WarnerMedia head of kids APAC Leslie Lee. 

    In 2020, the legendary tales of the cat-and-mouse duo were launched in India with a first ever “thought-over” commentary in regional languages of Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. The local-language narration track added another layer of immersive, localised storytelling and was met with a great response from fans.

    Lamput Meets Tuzki is a seven-minute special that brings together for the first time two legendary WarnerMedia IP created in India and China. Tuzki, a Chinese rabbit, is a hit with young adults and has found a wide following on instant messaging apps, consumer products and through an animated series. In 2018, celebrated Indian fashion designer Manish Arora created a Tuzki-inspired lifestyle collection that premiered at the prestigious Paris Fashion Week. The collection was available in China and India, expanding Tuzki’s popularity well beyond its homeland.

    Lamput, a gooey orange blob, and master of disguise, is an Emmy-nominated Cartoon Network original property born in India. This non-dialogue, slapstick chase comedy by Mumbai-based Vaibhav Studios won the Best Children’s Programme at Asian Academy Creative Awards 2020, for the third time in a row. It was also nominated for an International Kids Emmy award, a first for any Indian production.

    “Guided by Carlene Tan, who heads up our original productions for kids APAC, these two milestone projects are testament to our commitment to authentic storytelling. We look forward to continuing to champion Cartoon Network’s mission to unify our fans through more laughter, and even bigger and bolder adventures,” added Lee. 

    The Lamput Meets Tuzki special is scheduled for mid-2021, with more Lamput adventures to come. Cartoon Network Asia Pacific has also greenlit a brand new fourth season of Lamput, which will go into production in the second half of 2021.

  • Cartoon Network India serves up ‘The Tom and Jerry Show’ with an Indian tadka!

    Cartoon Network India serves up ‘The Tom and Jerry Show’ with an Indian tadka!

    MUMBAI: Cartoon Network’s long-running, classic chase comedy, The Tom and Jerry Show, is now available in India with ‘Badle tevar aur flavour’! For the first time ever, the iconic show has been dubbed with Hindi, Tamil and Telugu commentary, bringing the duo’s legendary tales to Indian kids in a more relatable way. Adding another layer of immersive storytelling, Cartoon Network is airing this brand-new adaptation daily at 1.30pm and 6pm.

    The quirky commentary version of the most-loved slapstick comedy The Tom and Jerry Show stems from Cartoon Network’s approach to creating kids’ entertainment content that is fun, diverse, inclusive and relatable for all its fans. Cartoon Network and Pogo have exemplified this approach with tremendous success in India, with shows like Grizzy and the Lemmings, rib-tickling international silent-comedy animation.

    Cartoon  Network and Pogo South Asia network head Abhishek Dutta said, “We have been betting big in recent years on ‘glocal’ content that is relevant and relatable. The addition of commentary to enhance a slapstick silent comedy is a delicate task, one that we have successfully accomplished in the past. In our experience, this works brilliantly in India and the larger South Asian market. It was only a matter of time that we broke new frontiers with a ‘glocalized’ rendition of international fan-favourite, The Tom and Jerry Show, that is an inseparable part of Cartoon Network’s legacy. We are confident that our younger, newer audiences will definitely love the cat and mouse duo more than ever before, in the all-new Hindi, Tamil and Telugu commentary versions.”

    A quintessential slapstick animation comedy, The Tom and Jerry Show follows the misadventures of Tom, a house cat, in his never-ending quest to nab a feisty and notoriously clever mouse Jerry. The iconic rivalry between the titular characters and their unrelenting capers have garnered a global audience base. Already well-received in India, the dubbed edition of The Tom and Jerry Show is set to consolidate Cartoon Network’s leadership position in the Indian kids’ entertainment space.   

    Watch Tom & Jerry’s new ‘Badle tevar aur flavour’ promo here

  • ‘Smashing Simmba’: Bollywood supercop gets an animated avatar

    ‘Smashing Simmba’: Bollywood supercop gets an animated avatar

    MUMBAI: Rohit Shetty’s Simmba, the most recent blockbuster of his sensational supercop brand, has been transformed into an animated series for young fans. The Bollywood-inspired Pogo original production Smashing Simmba will premiere on Saturday, 14 November at 1 pm and will be aired regularly in the same time slot. The series is produced by Rohit Shetty Picturez in association with Reliance Animation, a part of Reliance Entertainment.

    Film director and producer Rohit Shetty said he was onboard with a cartoon avatar for his cop character the moment the concept was pitched to him.  “It is amazing to see how the series has shaped up. The blend of comedy and nail-biting action, with young Simmba’s cool quotient, and funny traits, is sure to appeal to the young audience. I am eager for kids to experience the animated rendition of their favourite big-screen hero Simmba on Pogo.”

    Cartoon Network and Pogo South Asia network head Abhishek Dutta believed the time was ripe for a fresh entrant in the Indian cartoon animation scene. “Within the diverse genres of homegrown animation, Bollywood has emerged as a theme widely appreciated by young fans. When Indian cinema’s most popular characters are presented in animated universes with relatable stories, kids absolutely love it. We are excited to associate with industry stalwarts Rohit Shetty and Reliance Entertainment for this unique venture, and Diwali is the perfect time to celebrate this partnership.”

    Following the recent launch of Titoo, Pogo has been strengthening its offerings of popular and premium homegrown kids’ entertainment content, shared Dutta. “Smashing Simmba is exactly the kind of locally-made and relatable show that will delight our young viewers. I’m sure kids will extend the same love to our new hero, Simmba, that they have for all our shows and characters over the years.”

    Reliance Entertainment group CEO Shibasish Sarkar said, “We are thrilled to be a part of this exciting new show with a pioneering channel Pogo which has championed the evolution of kids’ entertainment in India. Given the channel’s vast and growing viewership comprising kids across the length and breadth of the country, there could be no better partner for Simmba’s foray into the kids’ entertainment space.”

    The Indian animation space for kids is evolving rapidly along with its viewers, and content creators are eager to experiment with stories, characters, and backdrops, explained Reliance Animation COO Tejonidhi Bhandare. “Cinema-inspired IPs, featuring characters who are loved for their memorable personalities and nuances, have massive potential to become popular properties. ‘Smashing Simmba’ is an excellent example of how creatively Bollywood and animation can come together, opening avenues for endless possibilities.”

    Pogo’s has adopted a high-octane promotional campaign for the nationwide launch of Smashing Simmba. This includes extensive digital marketing, PR, influencer engagement, brand integrations along with on-air activation. To amp up the buzz and excitement, the channel will unveil an Simmba-themed game ahead of the show’s launch. The programme will also be available in Hindi and Tamil.

    Smashing Simmba follows the hilarious cavorts of the quick-witted and fearless teenager Simmba, who aspires to be a police officer. A fun-loving prankster with endless tricks up his sleeve, Simmba spends the better part of his days nabbing villains and miscreants. Thick as thieves with his friends Ricky and Kittu Khabari, Simmba finds himself on exciting adventures which perfectly represent his catchphrase, “mind is blowing.” With his signature move – the infallible ‘jumpy chumpy’ – the villains don’t stand a chance.

    Watch the mind-blowing Smashing Simmba promo here.

  • Cartoon Network and POGO roll out summer activities for stay-at-home kids

    Cartoon Network and POGO roll out summer activities for stay-at-home kids

    MUMBAI: Cartoon Network and POGO are ushering in summer fun for their fans! Adding some much-needed excitement to the season, the channels have announced month-long digital campaigns. Helmed by awesome toons, Cartoon Network’s #CNHomeFun and POGO’s #WeForTheWorld initiatives aim at piquing family fun through do-it-yourself (DIY) projects, how-to-draw lessons for everyone who is stuck at home.

    Speaking on the campaigns, Cartoon Network and POGO  network head South Asia Abhishek Dutta for said, “During these extraordinary times, it’s a great time for parents to have fun together with their children with Cartoon Network’s #CNHomeFun and POGO’s #WeForTheWorld. Along with the launch of new shows, we wanted to capture imaginations with unique digital-led activations. These multi-platform campaigns have been designed around our most popular shows – like We Bare Bears, The Powerpuff Girls, Grizzy and The Lemmings and Mr. Bean – to bring fans even closer to their favourite characters.”

    The on-going #CNHomeFun campaign on Cartoon Network’s Facebook page (@CartoonNetwork.India) has received an overwhelming response from fans for its art, craft, and fitness activities. These videos feature much-loved toons from popular shows like the newly launched Bandbudh aur Budbak, and other hits such as Dexter’s Laboratory, We Bare Bears and The Powerpuff Girls. Kids can choose from myriad tutorial options including ‘learn to draw dexter’, ‘exercise with ice bear’, ‘push ups with gumball’, and ‘ppg race DIY’.

    POGO launched its #WeForTheWorld initiative on 31 May 2020, on its Facebook page (@POGOTVIndia) with a heartwarming video emphasising solidarity and togetherness. Through its inspiring lyrics, ‘Hum sab saath toh nahi… Phir bhi hum sab ek saath hai’ (Despite the distance, we are still together) the video reminds fans and parents that no matter the distance, we are all in it together. The video is promoted on-air and through POGO’s digital channels.

    #WeForTheWorld will also feature fun and stimulating activities on its social pages, like ‘paper cup magic fun with Mr. Bean’, ‘DIY POGO bookmarks’, ‘DIY race with Grizzy and the Lemmings’. To further boost the initiative, POGO will collaborate with popular influencers. Nidhhi Agerwal, an actor, dancer, and gymnast, will show how to make cookies and sandwiches in her segment ‘#FunWithNidhi’.

    In ‘art and craft activity’ by Kraft Affairs, the store will encourage kids to unleash their creativity and make floral alphabet wall hangings. The videos will be released every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, with Saturdays exclusively featuring influencer-led content – till 30 June  2020.

  • Football Series ‘Supa Strikas’ from Moonbug to be launched in India

    Football Series ‘Supa Strikas’ from Moonbug to be launched in India

    MUMBAI: Moonbug, a global entertainment company that develops and distributes fun and safe content for kids, today announced its hit video series Supa Strikas will now be showcased in India. The series has been licenced to Disney India. 

    Supa Strikas is a beloved South African digital and linear sports brand that follows the leading football team as they journey across the globe and to outer space on a quest to win the prized Super League trophy.

    “Supa Strikas’ lessons of fun, sportsmanship, respect and teamwork are incredibly relatable for audiences from all backgrounds,” said Nicolas Eglau, Head of EMEA of Moonbug. “The program is already a top-viewed show on Disney Southeast Asia and Cartoon Network across Africa and will soon be available for viewers in India as well.”

    Supa Strikas, which debuted in 2009, is available in 27 languages and in over 100 countries worldwide. The show can be enjoyed across a variety of platforms, including: YouTube, Amazon, DisneyXD, Cartoon Network, ETV, MBC, TVP, Crave, Suria, Studio 23 and Zoom among others.

    Moonbug is an award-winning global entertainment company providing fun and safe content for children. Moonbug acquires, creates and distributes content for pre-school kids. The company, which is amongst the largest digital kids IP owners in the world, was co-founded by media veterans René Rechtman, CEO, and John Robson, COO, with main offices in London and Los Angeles.

    Moonbug’s IP includes global sensations Little Baby Bum, My Magic Pet Morphle, Supa Strikas, Go Buster, Playtime with Twinkle, Gecko’s Garage and many more. Moonbug shows are available on global platforms such as YouTube, Netflix, Hulu, Roku, Sky, Amazon Prime Video and many more.

  • POGO and Cartoon Network announce three new homegrown comedies for 2020

    POGO and Cartoon Network announce three new homegrown comedies for 2020

    MUMBAI: POGO and Cartoon Network, channels under WarnerMedia Entertainment Networks Asia Pacific, are ramping up original India productions with three new home-grown animation comedies.

    POGO has commissioned both ‘Titoo’ and ‘Lambuji Tinguji’, produced by Cosmos Maya, and Cartoon Network will air ‘Bandbudh Aur Budbak’, from Paperboat Studios.

    Cartoon Network and POGO in South Asia senior director and network head Abhishek Dutta said, “Our top priority is our fans and they love characters and great stories. These quintessentially Indian shows will resonate strongly with them. We commissioned ‘Titoo’ and ‘Lambuji Tinguji’ and acquired ‘Bandbudh Aur Budbak’, for their clever use of comedy and humour. They all feature visual richness and robust characters, embedded in unique animated worlds and stories. The creativity and talent now seen in the Indian animation industry has developed tremendously and the commitment made to three homegrown IPs is testament to our belief in the industry to create world-class entertainment.”

    Entertainment Networks in South Asia managing director Siddharth Jain added, “India continues to be a priority market for WarnerMedia Entertainment Networks in Asia Pacific. Investing in three new shows for POGO and Cartoon Network in 2020 further demonstrates our commitment to scaling up and sustaining the quality of our kids entertainment.”

    As original productions, ‘Titoo’ and ‘Lambuji Tinguji’ offer myriad advertising opportunities including brand association and licensing partnerships. Even before the launch of these tentpole shows, brand integration and branded content production are being explored.

    Partners could also be a part of POGO’s nationwide promotional launch activities including mall events, digital promotions and on-air activations. These start in the months leading up to the launch and carry on during the initial airing on the channel, with additional sustaining tactics to maintain the excitement.

  • Cartoon Network India unveils the POW-fect Girls list 2019 inspiring the #PowerToChange

    Cartoon Network India unveils the POW-fect Girls list 2019 inspiring the #PowerToChange

    MUMBAI: Celebrating the birthday of The Powerpuff Girls all through November, Cartoon Network India unveils its second edition of the POW-fect Girls List 2019, powered by The Souled Store, merchandise partner and licensee of Cartoon Network Enterprises. The List features the Powerpuff journeys of 10 terrific women trailblazers who dared to challenge the status quo, echoing the spirit of Bubbles, Blossom and Buttercup!

    The POW-fect Girls List continues to bring true accounts of inspirational experiences through a series of candid and fun video interviews, but this year it also emphasizes on the #PowerToChange. A nod to the changing times, revolutionary actions and fearlessness, the 2019 edition underscores what it takes to bring about real transformation.

    Revealing their heartening stories of being the change they want to see in the world, the groundbreakers of this year include Natasha Noel – Yoga Instructor, and Motivational Speaker; Tahira Kashyap Khurrana – Writer and Filmmaker, Kanika Tekriwal – Founder and CEO JetSetGo; Anahita Dhondy, Chef-Partner at SodaBottleOpenerWala, CyberHub; Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari – Writer, and Director; Kanika Dhillon – Author, Writer, and Producer; Kanchan Daniel – Musician, Clinical Psychologist and Psychology Lecturer;  Zaaria Patni – Business Woman; and Ayesha Billimoria – Track Athlete, Running and Movement Specialist and Faye D’souza – Senior Journalist.

    Vikram Sharma, Vice President, Asia Pacific, WarnerMedia Entertainment Networks, said, “The first ever POW-fect Girls List introduced last year garnered an incredible response from fans. This encouraged us to take the endeavor ahead with the 2019 edition powered by The Souled Store. At the core of this campaign is a unique dove-point of fun and inspiration, while sparking a dialogue – just like the inimitable Powerpuff Girls. We are grateful to all the changemakers who shared their journeys, empowering our fans to dare to dream!”

    The POW-fect Girls of 2019 reveal what #PowerToChange means to them –

    Tahira Kashyap Khurrana, writer and film-maker, said, “We all have the Power to Change and I strongly believe that we are born with super powers just like The Powerpuff Girls. We must tap into that part of ourselves more often, which stems from wisdom, self-belief and faith.”

    Acclaimed director, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari commented, “The Powerpuff Girls have inspired me tremendously. I relate to them because of their leadership qualities, team work and the way they believe in spreading happiness. Everyone has the power to change, the right to dream and it does not matter who you are or where you come from.”

    The campaign will showcase the 10 POW-fect interviews on Cartoon Network India YouTube page, inspiring fans to save the day before bedtime, just like The Powerpuff Girls!

  • Abhishek Dutta appointed as network head for Cartoon Network and POGO in South Asia

    Abhishek Dutta appointed as network head for Cartoon Network and POGO in South Asia

    MUMBAI: Abhishek Dutta has been named Senior Director and Network Head -Kids, overseeing Cartoon Network and POGO in South Asia. Based in Mumbai, his responsibilities include programming, channel operations, acquisitions and promotions, as well as the content direction for the two brands.

    WarnerMedia Entertainment Networks South Asia Managing Director Siddharth Jain said, “Abhishek brings with him a strong kids industry experience and I am confident that he will raise the bar of the kids’ portfolio and capitalise on the opportunities that lie ahead of us. I welcome Abhishek to the WarnerMedia family.”

    Dutta will also be working closely with and under the direction of Leslie Lee, VP of Kids Content, WarnerMedia Entertainment Networks APAC.

    Dutta has more than two decades of experience and expertise in the media and entertainment industry. He has been a part of four successful TV channel launches as well as a digital platform focussing on kids in India. Besides his creative and programming skills, his technical skills include sound recording, voicing, music mixing and editing.

    Dutta added, “The kids TV category has become more exciting than ever before. With my new role at the helm of Cartoon Network and POGO in South Asia, I am looking forward to driving the current business through its next phase of growth. This set of brands are not only first movers, but also the most established kids brands in the country.”

    His career includes stints at ALT Balaji, Discovery Networks India and, most recently, was Senior Kids Programming Director at Viacom18, a company he joined in 2016. His various roles have included programming, channel operations and management, content development and acquisitions, and animation development.

    Dutta is a sports enthusiast and has won multiple honours for volleyball and handball. He has also been involved in the National Cadets Corps and has represented his platoon as the commander in India’s Republic Day parade.