Toonz Media Group Marks 25 Years of Excellence and Innovation in Animation
Toonz Media Group, a pioneer in India’s animation industry, celebrated its 25th anniversary in a grand ceremony, bringing together luminaries from the government, creative sectors, and industry leaders. This milestone event underscored the company’s legacy of creativity, innovation, and global impact over the past quarter century.
The celebrations commenced with a welcome address by Sri P Jayakumar, CEO of Toonz Media Group, who expressed heartfelt gratitude to the company’s partners, employees, and supporters. Reflecting on the company’s journey, he stated, “As we celebrate 25 years, this milestone is not the end of our journey—it is a launchpad for the future. The entertainment landscape is evolving rapidly, and Toonz is ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities ahead. Together, we will dream bigger, create bolder, and inspire a new generation of storytellers.”
Smt. Sarada Muraleedharan IAS, Chief Secretary, Government of Kerala, delivered the inaugural address and highlighted the critical role Toonz Media Group has played in the AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics) sector in Kerala. She remarked, “Toonz has been at the forefront of bringing animation excellence to Kerala, and today, it stands as a global symbol of innovation and creativity. The Government of Kerala recognizes the potential of the AVGC sector, and with the introduction of the AVGC Policy, we are committed to fostering an ecosystem that will allow this industry to grow even further.”
Recognizing Excellence and Contributions
The event featured accolades for outstanding contributions to the animation and AVGC sectors:
- Joshy Benedict, the National Award-winning animator for A Coconut Tree, was honored for his exceptional creativity
- Ashish Kulkarni, Chairman of the FICCI AVGC-XR Forum, was felicitated for his pioneering leadership in the AVGC sector.
Dr. V Venu, Ex-Chief Secretary and Chairperson of the Kochi Biennale Foundation presented the awards to both.
Key Addresses by Industry Leaders
The event also had Mr. G. Vijaya Raghavan, former Planning Board Member and IT expert highlighting Toonz Media Group’s transformative role in blending creativity with technology and its impact on Kerala’s AVGC sector.
Honoring Long-Standing Commitment
Smt. Sarada Muraleedharan also presented the 25 Years’ Service Award to several long-serving employees, including CEO Sri P Jayakumar, recognizing their unwavering dedication and contributions to the company’s success.
Kerala’s Vision for the AVGC Sector
The event coincides with the Government of Kerala’s announcement of its AVGC Policy, which aims to position the state as a global hub for animation, visual effects, gaming, and comics. This policy emphasizes infrastructure development, talent enhancement, and international market access, ensuring Kerala remains a prime destination for creative industries.
About Toonz Media Group Toonz is a 360-degree media powerhouse with over two decades of unparalleled experience and one of the world’s most active animation production studios (over 10,000 minutes of 2D and CGI kids and family content per year). Toonz has to its credit several animations and live-action series, as well as feature films including Wolverine and the X-Men with Marvel, Speed Racer: The Next Generation with Lionsgate, Mostly Ghostly with Universal, Gummy Bear and Friends, and more. Toonz has also ventured