Toonz Showcases Tulipop: Magical Seasons at Cannes as Global Distribution Partner

Toonz Media Group strengthened its presence at the Cannes Film Market through the international screening of Tulipop: Magical Seasons, for which Toonz serves as the global distribution and sales partner.

The 70-minute feature film was screened for international buyers and distributors at the Lerins Club during the market, introducing global audiences to the enchanting world of Tulipop through two festive adventures brought together in one cinematic experience.

As part of the partnership with Tulipop Studios, Toonz is leading worldwide distribution and presales discussions across theatrical, broadcast, and streaming platforms. The project reflects our continued focus on expanding high-quality family entertainment to global audiences while strengthening Toonz’s footprint in the international feature film space.

Set on the magical island of Tulipop, the film follows beloved characters Fred, Gloomy, Bubble, and Maddy through heartwarming Halloween and midwinter adventures filled with imagination, friendship, and seasonal wonder. The feature also includes an original song by Icelandic artist Daði Freyr.

The screening received strong interest from international partners and buyers, reinforcing the growing global demand for premium animated storytelling with strong franchise potential. The Cannes showcase marked another important milestone in Toonz’s continued efforts to build meaningful international partnerships and bring distinctive animated content to audiences worldwide.

Pierre the Pigeon-Hawk Takes Flight at Cannes Film Market

Toonz Media Group marked another proud milestone at the Cannes Film Market with the exclusive 30-minute screening of Pierre the Pigeon-Hawk, our upcoming animated feature co-produced with Exodus Film Group and Anthony Davis’ JAKM3N Productions.

The screening, held at the prestigious Lérins 2 cinema hall, introduced global industry audiences to the vibrant world of Pierre through an exclusive preview of the film currently in post-production. The response from attendees reflected strong excitement around the project’s unique visual style, emotionally driven storytelling, and music-infused narrative experience.

Directed by Tara Whitaker and John D. Eraklis, and written by Ciaran Crampton and Jay Dowski, Pierre the Pigeon-Hawk has already been generating significant industry buzz. The film features an impressive voice cast led by Grammy Award-winning artist will.i.am as Pierre, alongside Jennifer Coolidge, Jennifer Hudson, Snoop Dogg, Luis Guzmán, Kenan Thompson, Whoopi Goldberg, and Howie Mandel, with Jason Isaacs, Jimmi Simpson, and Russell Peters joining the ensemble.

At its heart, the film follows Pierre, a unique hybrid of pigeon and hawk, on a transformative journey of identity, belonging, and self-discovery. Through universal themes of diversity and empowerment, the story aims to resonate with audiences across generations and geographies.

Speaking about the milestone, Viswanath Rao and Gulshan David of Toonz Media Group shared:

“This is a milestone moment for Pierre the Pigeon-Hawk and for everyone involved. It’s something we have been building towards, and we are excited to finally share a glimpse of our work with the global film community. There is no better platform than Cannes to present this.”

The Cannes showcase reinforces Toonz Media Group’s growing presence in the international animation landscape and reflects our continued commitment to developing globally relevant stories with strong creative and commercial potential.

Toonz to Distribute Mahaprabhu Jagannath as Part of the Expanding Sanatan Universe

Toonz Media Group will be distributing Mahaprabhu Jagannath, the upcoming animated feature from Ele Animations Pvt. Ltd., marking the beginning of the ambitious interconnected Sanatan Universe franchise.

Rooted in Indian spiritual storytelling and inspired by the sacred lore of Lord Jagannath, the film is designed as a family entertainer that combines vibrant animation with cultural values and devotional themes. Following the success of the television series Jay Jagannath, the feature film is set for a major theatrical release across multiple Indian languages.

The project represents a significant step in expanding culturally rooted Indian animation content for wider audiences. Beyond the film, the Sanatan Universe envisions an interconnected ecosystem spanning television, music, immersive experiences, and future cinematic stories inspired by Indian mythology and heritage.

As the distribution partner, Toonz is proud to support content that celebrates India’s storytelling traditions while connecting with contemporary audiences through world-class animation and entertainment

Toonz Kids Shine Bright in Board Exams

Celebrations are in full swing across the Toonz family as the children of our Toonzians delivered outstanding performances in the Class X and Class XII board examinations this year. Their achievements are a proud reminder that dedication, discipline, and perseverance continue to inspire excellence both inside and outside the workplace.

Among the young achievers is Adithi S Nair, daughter of Vijayalakshmi, Technical Supervisor – 2D, and a student of Alan Feldman Public School, who successfully completed her Class XII examinations with impressive results.

J Adithya, son of Jayakumar K from the 3D Compositing team, also brought pride to the Toonz family with his excellent performance in Class XII from Bharatheeya Vidya Bhavan.

Another remarkable achievement came from R Amritha, daughter of Ranjith Kumar S from the Unreal team, and a student of Jyothis Central School, who excelled in her Class XII examinations.

Among the Class X achievers, Devayani B R, daughter of Biju B, Manager – Accounts, and a student of Arya Central School, delivered an outstanding performance in her board examinations.

Gayathri Pradeep, daughter of Pradeep K Bhaskar, Senior BG Artist, also made the Toonz family proud with her excellent results in Class X from Amrita Vidyalayam.

These accomplishments are not just personal milestones for the students and their families, but proud moments for the entire Toonz community. Behind every success story is the unwavering support of parents who balance professional responsibilities with nurturing and encouraging their children’s aspirations.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the students and proud parents. May this achievement be the beginning of many more successes and exciting journeys ahead.

Toonz Academy Student Hariraj’s Film Receives International Festival Recognition

Toonz Academy proudly celebrates the achievement of Hariraj, a student of Animation and Filmmaking, whose film Dudes in That’s Fine has received official selections at several prestigious film festivals and award platforms.

The film has been officially selected at the ICJ International Film Award, Festival du film d'animation L'Art en chemin, and the Kerala University Film Festival, marking an important milestone in Hariraj’s emerging creative journey.

Hariraj represents a new generation of multidisciplinary artists, bringing together skills across animation, filmmaking, music, performance, sculpture, and visual storytelling. His work reflects a strong creative vision and a willingness to explore diverse artistic mediums through animation and cinematic expression.

At Toonz Academy, we remain committed to nurturing young creative talent by providing an environment that encourages experimentation, innovation, and artistic growth. Hariraj’s accomplishment highlights the importance of passion, dedication, and continuous learning in shaping successful creative careers.

We congratulate Hariraj on this well-deserved recognition and look forward to witnessing many more achievements in his journey as a filmmaker and artist.