Animated Series Celebrates India's Unsung Heroes with Multilingual Season 2

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has launched Season 2 of the animated series Krish, Trish, and Baltiboy: Bharat Hain Hum at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. This series, which focuses on India's lesser-known freedom fighters, made waves with its debut season and now aims to reach an even wider audience.

As with Season 1, Season 2 will have a simultaneous premiere across multiple platforms: Doordarshan, Prime Video, and Netflix. This time, however, the series will also be available in new formats, including a radio show and a podcast. Starting December 1, the Krish, Trish and Baltiboy – Bharat Hain Hum Radio Series will air on All India Radio (AIR) in 12 languages, broadcasting every Sunday at 10:30 AM—15 minutes before the animated series begins on Doordarshan at 11 AM. This synchronized timing will create a seamless viewing experience, maximizing audience engagement.

In addition, a podcast version will be accessible globally on Spotify, reaching listeners in 180 countries. This podcast will feature episodes from the show while encouraging fans to explore the full series on Prime Video, Netflix, WAVES, and Doordarshan, thus amplifying its reach through a strategic cross-platform approach.

The series is set to release in 12 Indian languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Marathi, as well as seven international languages such as French, German, and Spanish. This makes it available to a global audience in 150 countries, highlighting India's diverse history to viewers worldwide.

The launch event featured several notable figures, including Indian actor Nagarjuna, Sanjay Jaju, Secretary of Information & Broadcasting, and Gaurav Dwivedi, CEO of Prasar Bharati. Also in attendance were the show's creators, Munjal Shroff and Tilak Shetty from Graphiti Studios, as well as key representatives from Prime Video and Netflix India.

Season 2 continues the mission of celebrating India’s unsung heroes, featuring freedom fighters from various regions, including Taji Dele and Ponge Dele from Arunachal Pradesh, Wazir Ram Singh Pathania from Himachal Pradesh, and Birsa Munda from Jharkhand. These stories are crafted to inspire a sense of pride in India's diverse heritage and the bravery of its freedom fighters.

At the event, Secretary Sanjay Jaju emphasized the importance of initiatives like this in fostering national pride among young Indians. “India's freedom struggle is diverse, and animation allows us to make these stories engaging and accessible for children. Through these episodes, we're offering a chance to learn about the unsung heroes who helped shape India's destiny,” he said.

Shilangi Mukherji, Director & Head – SVOD at Prime Video India, expressed enthusiasm about the series’ return on December 1. “This series beautifully showcases the invaluable contributions of India's freedom fighters. It not only educates viewers in India and around the world about our rich history but also contributes to the growth of India’s creative industry,” she said, adding that Season 2 is expected to be as well-received as the first.

Indian actor Nagarjuna, who attended the launch, shared his excitement for the show’s impact on younger audiences. “Growing up, I watched many stories about mythological heroes, but it’s just as important to highlight those who fought for our country’s freedom. With Bharat Hain Hum, the new generation will learn about our real-life heroes,” he stated.

Munjal Shroff and Tilak Shetty, the creators behind the series, stressed the significance of bringing these lesser-known stories to light. “The contributions of India’s unsung heroes have often been forgotten. Through this series, we hope to ensure they are remembered and celebrated. It’s not just history; it’s a lesson in courage, resilience, and patriotism for today’s youth,” they said.

To meet the demands of the series, nearly 1,000 professionals, including animators, voice artists, and production experts, were employed across India. This dedicated team worked under tight deadlines to deliver the series in record time, ensuring that the stories of India’s unsung heroes reach a broad and diverse audience.