Planet Studios Visits Toonz: Exploring Animation, Talent and New Creative Possibilities

Toonz recently welcomed a team from Planet Studios, Japan, for a visit that brought together shared interests in animation, storytelling, talent development and the evolving possibilities of the global animation industry. 

The visiting team included Taka-san, CEO; Iwakawa-san, Senior Producer; Satoshi-san, who leads Marketing and Branding; and Rumi-san, whose warmth and energy added to the spirit of the visit. 

During their time at Toonz, the team explored the studio, interacted with artists and creative teams, and gained a closer look at the work and processes behind Toonz's diverse production and content capabilities. They were particularly impressed by the quality of the work, the talent across the studio and the dedication of the teams. 

Their visit to Toonz Academy offered another interesting perspective. The Planet Studios team spent time understanding the Academy's approach to training and were especially interested in the way students are introduced to traditional animation techniques alongside contemporary practices. An interactive session with students gave them an opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss animation and engage directly with the next generation of artists. 

The conversations also extended beyond the studio floor and into the wider changes shaping the animation business. As part of a Toonz Talks podcast session, Anish Narayanan Kutty, Director – Content Distribution & Digital Media Platforms, spoke with the Planet Studios team about the latest trends in the global industry, changing audience and content ecosystems, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence in animation and content creation. 

At the heart of the visit, however, was a shared passion for stories and creative possibilities, particularly around Rokuro. There was a genuine sense of excitement around the series and its potential, making the conversations feel less like a formal studio visit and more like the beginning of an ongoing creative exchange. 

The visit brought together several things that continue to shape Toonz's approach to the global animation ecosystem: strong creative partnerships, technology and innovation, traditional craft, talent development and stories that can travel across cultures. 

Planet Studios arrived with curiosity and enthusiasm, and left with new ideas and possibilities to explore. For Toonz, it was a warm and inspiring exchange with a team that shares a deep appreciation for animation and storytelling. 

We look forward to continuing the conversation and exploring what we can create together next. 

Toonz and Digital Virgo Renew Partnership with 13-Title Multi-Territory Deal

Toonz Media Group has signed a new multi-territory, 13-title content deal with Digital Virgo, further strengthening a partnership that has continued to grow over the years. 

The deal includes popular Toonz titles such as Mondoyan, Briko, Pajama, Rat-A-Tat and Bookworm Gogo, alongside other titles from the Toonz catalogue. 

This marks the second renewal with Digital Virgo, reflecting the strength and longevity of the relationship and the continued appeal of Toonz content across international markets. The repeat business also highlights the value of a diverse catalogue that can serve audiences across territories and platforms. 

The latest agreement reinforces Toonz's position as a reliable content partner for international platforms and demonstrates the enduring potential of its catalogue across markets. 

Toonz Explores Opportunities in South Korea’s Growing Animation Market

Rejy Jose Parappuram, Senior Manager, Business Development and Partner Relations, recently visited South Korea representing Toonz, gaining insights into one of Asia’s fast-evolving animation markets and exploring opportunities for collaboration. 

South Korea’s animation industry is seeing strong growth, with character-driven IP continuing to play a key role in revenues and merchandise. Studios are also increasingly looking at international co-production models to share creative and financial risks. 

Webtoon-to-animation adaptations remain a major part of the content pipeline, creating opportunities across both preschool and “kidult” audiences. At the same time, studios are adopting AI-assisted production and cloud-based workflows to improve efficiency, reduce costs and accelerate delivery. 

Government support is also helping strengthen the sector. In 2026, South Korea introduced a USD 110 million fund, along with selective incentives of up to 25% for eligible international co-productions, subject to conditions around local expenditure and IP ownership. 

For Toonz, these developments open up an interesting space for collaboration. With a large pool of trained animation and VFX talent, the ability to scale teams based on project requirements, and growing adoption of AI-assisted workflows, India can offer international partners both flexibility and production efficiency. 

Toonz also brings experience across IP development, production, co-production and distribution, along with storytelling rooted in diverse cultural traditions 

Two Toonz YouTube Channels Cross 1 Lakh Subscribers

Two of our YouTube channels, Chacha Chaudhary Official and Popcorn Toonz, have recently crossed the 1 lakh (100,000) subscriber milestone, marking another encouraging achievement for Toonz’s growing digital content ecosystem.

The milestone reflects the continued reach and engagement of our content across YouTube, as audiences discover, watch and return to the stories and characters we bring to digital platforms. It is also a testament to the teams working behind the scenes to build, manage, and grow these channels.

Here’s to reaching even more audiences and creating stronger digital communities around our content.