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After the tiger for MAX, its ‘Chhota Birbal’ for 2NZ
MUMBAI: After the success of the tiger animation he did for the SET MAX for the ICC Champions Tournament, animator Kireet Khurana is ready with Chhota Birbal , an indigenously created and developed cartoon character.
2NZ ( Toons), Khurana’s animation company is currently working on an animated television series based on Chhota Birbal’s adventures, The Indian Express has reported.
Playing his cards rather tactfully, Khurana introduced a series of Chhota Birbal comics to familiarise the target audience with the character. However, overcome by the overwhelming response to the comic released every month; he is now set to launch its merchandise.
“City children read foreign comics and watch a lot of foreign cartoons. Through Chhota Birbal we want to make them appreciate our folk tales, our kind of humour and wisdom,” 2NZ Toons, chief executive officer, Khurana has been quoted as saying in the report.
The Chhota Birbal series is about child Akbar who bored with his palace goes out with his loyal retainer . He then meets the smart and witty Chhota Birbal and his friends who live a life full of fun and adventure . Akbar immediately befriends Birbal , and together they embark into a series of adventures .
Kireet the son of acclaimed animator, Bhimsain, has won many national and international awards for his animation work. Apart from a lot of advertising work, he has also directed and animated films for Unicef and National Film Board of Canada.
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Sony PAL to air Sankat Mochan Hanuman from May 4 at 9 PM
Mythological series brings Lord Hanuman’s tale of devotion and courage back to TV
MUMBAI: Sony PAL is set to bring back the timeless mythological series Sankat Mochan Hanuman, with its premiere scheduled for May 4 at 9 PM. The show revisits the legendary journey of Lord Hanuman, offering viewers a chance to reconnect with one of Indian mythology’s most revered figures.
Centred on themes of devotion, courage and righteousness, the series traces Hanuman’s unwavering loyalty to Lord Ram and his fearless stand against evil. With its mix of dramatic storytelling and visually rich sequences, the show aims to deliver both entertainment and spiritual resonance, appealing to audiences across age groups.
The narrative unfolds as a larger-than-life saga, positioning Hanuman as the ultimate protector and a symbol of strength and selfless service. His journey, rooted in faith and duty, continues to strike a chord with viewers, making the series as relevant today as ever.
The cast features Gagan Malik as Lord Ram, Debalina Chatterjee as Sita, Nirbhay Wadhwa in the titular role, and Saurav Gurjar as Raavan. Their performances bring depth and authenticity to characters deeply embedded in Indian cultural memory.
With its return to television, the show is positioned as more than just a rerun. It taps into a renewed appetite for mythological storytelling, blending nostalgia with timeless values.
As audiences increasingly seek content that resonates beyond entertainment, ‘Sankat Mochan Hanuman’ offers a familiar yet powerful narrative, reminding viewers that stories of faith and courage never really go out of style.
