Kids
Disney Channel celebrates Doraemon’s birthday with Dora cakes & movie marathon
MUMBAI: Talk about a purr-fect party! Disney Channel India is rolling out the blue carpet for one of television’s most beloved characters: Doraemon. In the run-up to its birthday on 3 September, the channel has kicked off a week-long celebration that blends on-air specials, digital fun, and even edible treats.
From 1–7 September, evenings on Disney Channel will turn into Doraemon time, with special movies airing daily from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The channel itself is getting a makeover too, donning Doraemon’s trademark look so fans feel like they’re stepping right into his world. Adding to the fun, viewers can share birthday wishes for Doraemon, with a chance to see their greetings featured on air.
The celebrations don’t stop at the TV screen. On social media, influencer-led activities and curated compilations of Doraemon’s most heart-warming moments are set to keep fans smiling all week.
And in a sweet twist, Disney Channel has teamed up with The Teal Baking Co. to whip up wholesome versions of Doraemon’s favourite snack Dora cakes. Lucky fans will get surprise deliveries of these kid-friendly treats, making the celebrations both magical and delicious.
Beloved for his futuristic gadgets, quick fixes and his unshakable bond with Nobita, Doraemon continues to be one of India’s most cherished TV icons. This birthday, Disney Channel’s grand tribute promises plenty of nostalgia, joy, and of course, blue-hued magic for fans of all ages.
Kids
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.
