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Cartoon Network to release new episodes of ‘Ekans’ on 22 Nov
Mumbai: Cartoon Network has announced new episodes of its sci-fi superhero series “Ekans – Ek Se Badhkar Snake.” The new episodes will begin airing from 22 November on weekdays starting at 5.30 p.m.
The channel has launched the ‘Cartoon Network Grab Your Gadgets’ contest, where viewers stand a chance to win prizes by tuning into the show and spotting a gift that flashes on the screen. “To participate, fans must share the correct answer by giving a missed call on a number shared during the episode. Prizes such as mobiles, cameras, smart home bots, headphones, speakers, tablets and much more are up for grabs, from 22 November to 3 December,” said the channel in a statement.
The contest is presented by White Hat Jr, and powered by Hershey’s Milkshake, with associate sponsors GoodKnight Gold Flash and Sunfeast Bounce.
“Ekans – Ek Se Badhkar Snake has received a great response since its launch, thanks to its unique mix of sci-fi-themed action, relatable characters, and humour. We are sure the show, with all-new adventures of Ekans, will continue to be a favourite with kids and families,” said Cartoon Network and Pogo South Asia network head Abhishek Dutta.
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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.
