Kayhan Entertainment has announced the launch of its new animated edutainment intellectual property (IP), ‘Smart KidZ’, exclusively on ZEE5 Kidz. Aimed at children between the ages of 7 and 13, the series combines storytelling, humour, emotional intelligence, and practical life lessons to help young viewers navigate everyday situations through engaging entertainment.
According to a Kayhan Entertainment press release, ‘Smart KidZ’ is built around the philosophy of ‘Pause. Think. Act.’ and seeks to transform common childhood experiences into animated adventures that encourage thoughtful decision-making. The series premiered on June 5, 2026, with an initial rollout of five to ten episodes.
The show focuses on challenges that children encounter in their daily lives, including friendship issues, peer pressure, comparison anxiety, emotional reactions, digital behaviour, responsibility, stranger awareness, and decision-making.
Speaking about the launch, Dalbir Singh, Co-Founder of Kayhan Entertainment, said ‘Smart KidZ’ represents an important milestone in the company’s broader strategy of developing original IP that is both entertaining and emotionally relevant.
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