MUMBAI: llusion Interactive is all set to release India‘s first animated superhero film Ashoka The Hero on 7 January.

The film tells the story of young Ashoka, a boy who wants to grow up and be like his father who was a policeman who died in the line of duty. One day he comes across an ancient medallion, which gives him tremendous powers and turns him into a superhero.

Speaking on this first of a kind superhero film in India, producer Gaurav Jain says: "Most of the animation from India has been retelling of our favourite mythological tales. The film is different as it creates its own unique myth marrying elements of Indian history with fantasy. Ashoka, armed with the amazing super powers he offers, is an alternative to the myriad foreign superheroes that children in our country are exposed to."