PowerKids revealed partnerships with beIN Media Group, DeAPlaneta Entertainment, Telegael, Twelve P Animation, and Wall Peep to co-produce this unique series.
Following the success of their cherished franchise The Jungle Book, which has captured the hearts of millions of children and families worldwide, Powerkids Entertainment is poised to elevate children’s entertainment once again and is elated to announce its collaboration with global partners to co-produce a brand-new show – Adventures of Akira & Mowgli, the highly anticipated spin-off of the The Jungle Book series.
The show is currently in fast-paced production, with a tentative completion date by the end of 2025. In anticipation of strong interest from broadcasters, Powerkids plans to initiate presales during Annecy market.
In this major announcement, PowerKids reveals partnerships with industry leaders beIN MEDIA GROUP, DeAPlaneta Entertainment, Telegael, Twelve P Animation, and Wall Peep to co-produce this unique series. With these creative global powerhouses on board, Adventures of Akira & Mowgli is set to captivate audiences worldwide.
Already Garnering Accolades!
Even before its release, the show is making waves and earning accolades. PowerKids CEO Mr. Manoj Mishra received the Best Producer in ANN Award’24, and the series has been nominated for Best International Showcase at the prestigious Cartoon on the Bay Pulcinella Awards. The excitement is palpable, and the accolades are piling up!
“This innovative show introduces Akira, a bold and fearless new female protagonist, who joins the beloved Mowgli in this new jungle adventure brimming with heart, humor, and stunning animation”, said Mr. Manoj Mishra, CEO of PowerKids Entertainment. “With our renowned global partners onboard, we’re bringing Akira and Mowgli’s extraordinary journey to life. Together, we’ll share the enigmatic world of Akira and Mowgli with global audiences, unfolding their fun-packed story in a way that’s full of adventure and excitement”.
Ms. Latifa Abdulla Al-Mana, Director of Kids Content and Channels, beIN MENA said: “We’re delighted to co-produce Adventures of Akira & Mowgli , and are excited to exclusively bring it to millions of children across the Middle East and North Africa. This partnership further reinforces beIN’s long-standing commitment to delivering high-quality, family-friendly Arabic content to young audiences in the region through our leading kids’ channels – Baraem and Jeem TV.”
Paul Cummins, CEO, Telegael said: “Telegael is excited to partner with our colleagues at Powerkids Entertainment to bring the exciting adventures of Akira and Mowgli to audiences around the world. Building on the huge success of The Jungle Book series, Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera, Sherekhan and Kaa meet the fresh energy of our new protagonist, Akira, a fearless girl from a nearby village with a strong character. Together our heroes Akira and Mowgli outsmart mischievous foes, uncover ancient jungle secrets and learn the true meaning of friendship, courage and nature’s balance”.
Carlos Biern – Content & Media Sales Director, DeAplaneta Entertainment said: “At DeAPlaneta Entertainment, we are always looking for new opportunities to collaborate with leading studios worldwide, and Asia is a key region for us. This is a great moment to explore spin-offs of classic stories with universal appeal, bringing them to a global audience. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, we are thrilled to work with internationally renowned and award-winning studios like Powerkids, sharing our passion for storytelling and high-quality entertainment.”
Katerina Pshenitsyna, General Manager, TwelveP Animation said: “Akira & Mowgli is a very important project for us as a company based in Abu dhabi, because it is one of the first international co productions in animation coming from the region. It is also a milestone for TwelveP itself as we go diversifying our activity from distribution to co-financing and co-producing family-friendly projects with international appeal. We believe that Akira & Mowgli has everything to become a successful global IP”.
Powerkids has brought on board Trevor Wall as Storyboard and Animation Director for this animated series. Trevor brings extensive experience from Disney Jr.’s Puppy Dog Pals and many more. Siddharth Vasudeva, Creative Director, will oversee the project, leveraging his acclaimed work on previous Jungle Book seasons, Peter Pan & Robinhood.
Renowned writers Jeff Sager and Eric Steinhart are crafting the scripts. They are known for their work on popular shows like PJ Masks, Super Wings, Paw Patrol, Dino Ranch, and The Snoopy Show.
