Toonz Media Group celebrated a triumphant night at the Ann Awards 2024, organized by AnimationXpress. The event, attended by key figures from the animation industry, saw Toonz Media Group recognized in multiple categories, solidifying its position as a leader in the global animation scene.
Award Wins for Toonz Media Group:
Best 3D Animated Series International: Pirate Academy
Best Animated Full-Length Feature Film International: Bartali’s Bicycle
Special Recognition: Outstanding Contribution to the Animation Industry
Additionally, the Jay Jagannath series, created and produced by Ele Animation in collaboration with Toonz Media Group and broadcast by Warner Bros. Discovery India POGO, won: Best 2D Animated Series, Best Title Song.
Jayakumar, CEO of Toonz Media Group, expressed his pride in the company’s achievements, stating, “Winning five recognitions at the Ann Awards 2024 is nothing short of a remarkable achievement for Toonz Media Group. As a pioneering organization in the field, the special recognition for Outstanding Contribution to the Animation Industry is well deserved. We thank all our patrons, collaborators, and partners.”
Produced in partnership with MEDIAWAN, France, this 52-episode series (11 minutes each) has captured the imaginations of children worldwide, inspiring them to dream big alongside characters Finn, Sam, and Andrew as they strive to become the greatest pirates of all time.
A full-length feature film co-produced with LYNX Multimedia, Italy, it tells the inspiring story of Italian cyclist Gino Bartali, teaching valuable lessons in persistence and determination.
Broadcast in six Indian languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Marathi, this series about friendship, trust, and life lessons has become a favorite among families, with its humor and engaging stories appealing to both children and parents.
Toonz Media Group’s recognition across 2D, 3D, and feature film categories showcases its excellence and versatility in the animation industry, reaffirming its status as a global leader in the field.
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