Kids
POGO adds Cocomelon to its programming slate
Mumbai: Kickstarting 2024 with a wholesome programming slate, POGO, India’s beloved kids’ entertainment channel announces the debut of the adored cartoon series ‘CoComelon‘ on Indian television for the first time in Hindi and Tamil. Beginning 19 February, every Monday to Friday at 9:30 am, POGO’s new show will engage little fans with the fascinating world of best-in-class animation featuring rhymes and original children’s songs, offering a perfect blend of entertainment and education.
Announcing the launch of the show, Warner Bros. Discovery head of Kids Cluster, South Asia Uttam Pal Singh said, “POGO has consistently delighted audiences with its industry-leading programming, staying ahead of the curve. In line with our fan-first strategy, we are adding another global sensation in kids’ entertainment to our slate with ‘CoComelon‘ in Hindi and Tamil for the first time on Indian television. Following the success of ‘Baby Little Singham’ and ‘Mighty Little Bheem’ on POGO, ‘Cocomelon’ will surely strengthen our portfolio in delivering engaging and educational content to young viewers while expanding our viewer base.”
With its mesmerising animation style, globally acclaimed and renowned, ‘CoComelon‘ seamlessly intertwines valuable learning experiences that play a pivotal role in shaping children’s various cognitive and non-cognitive behavioural traits. POGO will elevate the programming landscape, providing young viewers an extraordinary journey into the heartwarming tale of the title character ‘JJ’ and his endearing family and friends.
‘CoComelon’, known for its vibrant characters, catchy tunes, and engaging stories, offers a treasure trove of entertainment for kids and young parents. Its arrival on POGO marks a significant moment for Indian television, introducing the globally beloved show to a new audience and promising an epic journey filled with laughter and valuable lessons for children across the country.
To ensure an immersive experience in the ‘CoComelon’ universe, POGO is going the extra mile by introducing the show in Hindi and Tamil. With engaging and educational content in their language, this bright and colourful cartoon series with kid-friendly music will deliver a joyous ride of fun and entertainment.
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.
