Vaibhav Kumaresh Aims to Elevate Indian Animation with 'Return of the Jungle'
Vaibhav Kumaresh on making Indian animation films for a global audience
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Vaibhav Kumaresh, an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, discusses the evolution of Indian animation and the challenges faced in promoting indigenous stories. His upcoming film, 'Return of the Jungle', aims to showcase Indian culture and reach a diverse audience, set to release on May 29.
- 01Vaibhav Kumaresh emphasizes the importance of creating indigenous stories to reflect Indian culture in animation.
- 02The filmmaker self-funded his upcoming feature film 'Return of the Jungle' due to a lack of sponsorship in the Indian animation industry.
- 03Kumaresh aims to change the perception that animation is solely for children, highlighting the success of adult-oriented animated films like 'Mahavatar Narasimha'.
- 04'Return of the Jungle' features a 9-year-old protagonist and explores themes of friendship and determination through a fantastical journey.
- 05The film is the first of three planned projects by Kumaresh's studio, with the other two currently in development.
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Vaibhav Kumaresh, an Emmy-nominated animation filmmaker, reflects on the transformation of the animation industry in India, particularly following the digital surge during the COVID-19 pandemic. He believes it is crucial to create and promote indigenous stories that represent Indian culture. His upcoming animated feature film, 'Return of the Jungle', is self-funded due to challenges in securing sponsorship, as many Indian animated films have previously underperformed at the box office. Kumaresh aims to shift the perception that animation is only for children, citing the success of films like 'Mahavatar Narasimha', which appealed to families and adults. 'Return of the Jungle' tells the story of a young boy, Mihir, and his friends as they navigate challenges with the help of their wise grandfather. The film, which captures contemporary Indian culture, is set to release in theaters on May 29 and is the first of three planned animated films from his studio.
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The film aims to promote Indian culture and stories through animation, potentially influencing the perception of animated films in India.
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