Kids
Fukrey Boyzzz’s ad inventory sold out even before its launch
MUMBAI – Fukrey Boyzzz, a rib-tickling production, from Discovery Kids in association with Excel Entertainment, which captures the innocent and harmless masti/ mischief of kids, has received very positive response to the trailer launch. The yet to be launched series which is based on the super hit Bollywood franchise ‘Fukrey’ and ‘Fukrey Returns’,has attracted significant traction from leading advertisers. The show which promises to make you ROFL premieres on Oct 12 on Discovery Kids at 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm.
“We knew, we had a winner at hand, the moment we saw first glimpse of the show,” said, Discovery Head of Advertising Sales – South Asia Vikram Tanna
Leading advertisers such as Britannia Cakes and Complan have come on board as ‘Co-Powered by’ sponsors while Parle Magix, Dettol, Godrej Appliances, Mamy Poko and Crax have come on board as Associate Sponsors.
Fukrey Boyzzz is Discovery Kids’ second IP based on Bollywood. Earlier, the channel revolutionized the revolutionized the Indian animation industry with ‘Little Singham’ – an animation series inspired by India’s most successful Supercop brand ‘Singham’.“This strong vindication from the advertising community is a testimony to the strength of Discovery Kids channel as well as our orientation to deliver value to our clients,” added, Vikram. “We have more interest coming in, but we don’t have inventory left to sell.”
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.
