Thiruvananthapuram: Cartoon Network, one of the most popular animation channels in India will telecast Dabanng-The Animated Series from 31 May, every day at 12.00 PM. The series is based on Salman Khan's iconic cop character ‘Chulbul Pandey’ from the “Dabangg” franchise.
Created made by WarnerMedia, in association with Cosmos-Maya, “Dabangg-The Animated Series” joins the Cartoon Network line-up following the resounding success of other homegrown comedies like “Titoo – Har Jawaab Ka Sawaal Hu”, “Smashing Simmba” and “Lambu-G Tingu-G” on its companion channel POGO.
Marking the launch of this latest homegrown IP, inspired by one of Bollywood’s most celebrated super-cop franchises, Cartoon Network is also launching a “#ThankYouForBeingDabangg campaign”. This unique initiative aims to celebrate the valour of police officers in India, and kids across the nation will be able to express their gratitude towards police officers through handwritten notes, videos, and messages as a part of this campaign,.
Cartoon Network and POGO, South Asia network head Abhishek Dutta revealed that the new “Dabangg animated series” is customized to cater to the needs of kids and families.
"Our new animated action-comedy is just so much fun and stars the character ‘Chulbul Pandey’ – the quirkiest cop in town. It’s been great to work with Cosmos-Maya for yet another highly-promising project. Through the ‘#ThankYouForBeingDabangg campaign’, we will also take the opportunity to recognise the constant endeavours of the police force during the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage our fans and parents to partake in this initiative and showcase their gratitude," added Dutta.
Dabanng movie producer Arbaaz Khan said, "We are thrilled to associate with Cartoon Network and Cosmos-Maya to bring to kids their favourite action-packed Bollywood franchise in an animated ‘avatar’. It has been a joyride to create new narratives with ‘Chulbul Pandey’, who the country has come to know and love. We just cannot wait for little fans and their parents to meet the animated version of the quirky and amazing ‘Chulbul Pandey’ on Cartoon Network!"
