MUMBAI: Following the launch of Kumbh Karan on Pogo, the channel is now set to premiere its latest desi toon, Singhasan Battisi, on 1 August at 10.30 am.
Acquired from Shethia Audio Video, Singhasan Battisi brings alive the age old, legendary tales of King Vikramaditya and his royal throne, which is ornamented with 32 figurines, gifted to him by Lord Indra.
Said Turner International India South Asia director programming Krishna Desai, "As the new age story tellers, we‘re introducing kids to India‘s rich story telling heritage, in a format that they enjoy the most - animation. Fulfilling this vision, Pogo is happy to premiere the animated series Singhasan Battisi, based on the escapades of the mighty King Vikramaditya."
The 32 figurines in the enchanted throne of King Vikramaditya are the key narrators of this series. As the sole witnesses to the might and greatness of King Vikramaditya, the 32 figurines come alive to narrate his various adventures in Singhasan Battisi. The stories are filled with fascinating events that not only entertain but also teach an important lesson about life. Each half-hour episode covers the tales of three figurines and in all showcases more than 50 animated characters of the long-gone era.