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Cartoon Network, Pogo line up special shows for Diwali
MUMBAI: Cartoon Network and Pogo have lined up special shows for Diwali. The programming line-up comprises a mix of Hollywood and Bollywood films. In addition, Cartoon Network will roll out a contest contest ‘Cartoon Network Popcorn Phataka‘ from 26 -31 October.
Turner International India Private Limited (TIIPL) VP and deputy GM – entertainment network, South Asia Monica Tata said, “On the occasion of Diwali, we offer an exciting line-up of premium content sure to add on to the encompassing enthusiasm and zeal with which we celebrate the festival of lights. We are confident that our sparkling festive treat will further brighten our viewers’ Diwali.”
As part of the special programming line-up, Cartoon Network will show blockbuster Krrish and a series of animated mythological movies that include: Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Ram, Pandavas – The Five Warriors, Krishna: Kansa Vadh, and Bal Hanuman Pogo will showcase international movie Harry Potter & the Sorcerers Stone, The Hulk and Bal Ganesh.
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Mukta Arts and Green Gold ink MOU to animate iconic film IPs
Kalicharan, Karz, Hero, Karma, Ram Lakhan to spawn animated shows plus features.
MUMBAI: When classic hindi movie meets animation, the result is a fresh reel of nostalgia with a cartoon twist. Mukta Arts Ltd. and Green Gold Animation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on animated shows and feature films drawn from Mukta Arts’ four-decade treasure trove of iconic IPs. The partnership taps Mukta’s SGM Animation Studio launched in 2025 as its dedicated animation and games arm and Green Gold’s proven track record in building scalable, homegrown franchises. Creative teams from both sides have already kicked off discussions, with the first project currently in development.
The slate will draw inspiration from landmark Mukta films including Kalicharan, Karz, Hero, Karma, Ram Lakhan, Khalnayak, Saudagar and Iqbal, plus character-led spin-offs from those universes. The aim is to reimagine these stories for today’s young, global audiences while preserving their emotional core.
Green Gold Animation (home of Chhota Bheem) founder and CEO Rajiv Chilaka said, “This partnership with SGM Studios allows us to apply our experience in building long-lasting animation IPs to a truly iconic film catalogue. Together, we aim to create animated worlds that are rooted in these legendary stories, yet designed to connect with today’s young, global audiences.”
Mukta Arts Ltd. filmmaker and founder Subhash Ghai added, “Mukta Arts has always believed in creating stories with lasting emotional value. Through animation, we are extending our IP into a new medium for the next generation.”
In an industry where timeless tales never go out of fashion, this collaboration promises to bring beloved characters back to life with a modern, animated glow proving that some stories are too good to stay in live-action. Stay tuned for the first animated frame to drop.
