Kurukshetra: Netflix forays into animated mythology in India with new collection

Netflix on Wednesday (September 10) introduced a brand new epic mythological animated collection, Kurukshetra, a retelling of the globally famend Indian epic ‘Mahabharata.’ Conceptualised and created by Anu Sikka, the collection is ready to premiere on the platform on October 10.

The streamer introduced the information with a movement poster of the collection, providing a glimpse into the appears of Lord Krishna, the Pandavas and different legendary characters from the epic.

“A seminal manufacturing, Kurukshetra presents the ‘Mahabharata’ like by no means earlier than — by an immersive narrative that captures the emotional depth and ethical complexity of the epic’s best moments. The collection unfolds by the views of 18 key warriors, every navigating their internal dilemmas, private vendettas, and the devastating price of a warfare that pits brother in opposition to brother,” reads the logline of the collection, which shall be releasd in two components of 9 episodes every.

Written and directed by Ujaan Ganguly, Kurukshetra has lyrics written by legendary poet Gulzar. Alok Jain, Anu Sikka, and Ajit Andhare produced the collection below the Tipping Point manufacturing banner.

In a press release to the press, Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India, mentioned that Kurukshetra will convey collectively every thing we search for in nice storytelling. “The ‘Mahabharat’ has all the time been greater than an epic; it’s a mirror to our decisions and dilemmas, as related right now because it was centuries in the past. With its distinctive storytelling lens, layered characters, and a transferring background rating, this collection reimagines a narrative we’ve all grown up with in a manner that speaks to right now’s era.”

Meanwhile, creator Anu Sikka mentioned, “The battle of Kurukshetra is unforgettable and timeless — it’s a collision of obligation, future, and ethical decisions. Through this animated collection, we discover the 18 days of Kurukshetra with its distinct views, mixing eternally timeless knowledge with the facility of visible storytelling.”