Two words that don't often find themselves in the same sentence are bollywood and animation. That won't be the case for much longer, however, as Arbaaz Khan Productions is teaming up with Cosmos-Maya to co-created an animated adaptation of the smash hit Dabangg.
Dabangg is an action comedy bollywood film that released in 2010. Now, ten years later the original film is being revived in an all new way, with fans able to visit their favorite characters in an animated setting, bringing the story and the medium to life in an entirely new way which could mark a change in the future of bollywood animation.
Arbaaz Khan Productions shared these remarks.
“Dabangg’s biggest USP is that it is complete family entertainment, and so the next logical step to further grow the franchise was to enter the animation space. The medium offers unparalleled creative freedom with storytelling, and we can focus on shorter standalone stories in lieu of longer, linear narratives. Chulbul’s persona is larger than life and in animation his adventures will be showcased as never seen before.
We are very happy to be working with Cosmos-Maya on this glorious franchise which has won the heart of millions. The union has been organic in the sense that the franchise and the studio have both captured the pulse of the Indian masses with entertaining grassroots level storytelling and relatable narratives. Exciting times lie ahead.” - Arbaaz Khan
Meanwhile, the CEO of Cosmos-Maya had the following comments to share.
“We are delighted to be partnering with Arbaaz Khan Productions in this historic merger of Bollywood and animation. As a trendsetter in the industry, Cosmos-Maya is, for the first time ever, bringing a major Bollywood franchise to animation with the adult protagonist being portrayed as an adult.
With more and more content viewing platforms shifting their onus to animation, a medium which can adapt itself beautifully to all narrative formats, people of all ages are becoming more accepting of the medium which has traditionally been associated with kids’ viewing. With never seen before animation quality and responsible, Bollywood inspired storytelling, it will be our endeavor to further extend the reach of this iconic brand so that more kids, teenagers and families are engaged and entertained.” - Anish Mehta, Cosmos-Maya CEO
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Backed at each step by his entourage, he stands in the face of evil to keep the city safe. Fighting evil is a tough job, but whatever the situation may be, Chulbul always has the time to lighten up the mood with his jokes, limericks and one-liners.
Season one of Dabangg is expected to premiere sometime in 2021.