365telugu.com online news,Hyderabad, October 28, 2025:IndiaJoy 2025, the nation’s premier festival celebrating the Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVGC) sectors, returns for its 8th edition, spotlighting Desi Toons 2025.
Organized by Green Gold Animation, the creators of Chhota Bheem, this flagship animation conclave will bring together India’s top animation, VFX, and film creators, directors, and studios. The event is set for November 1, 2025, at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC).
Desi Toons 2025 will showcase India’s storytelling heritage and its growing influence in the global AVGC industry. The conclave has been instrumental in fostering talent, advocating for supportive policies, and driving investments in creative infrastructure, influencing decisions in Telangana and nationally.
This year, it aims to highlight how Indian creators are crafting culturally rooted stories that resonate worldwide.
The event features a dynamic lineup of masterclasses, panel discussions, and interactive sessions to inspire creators, producers, and industry professionals. Key sessions include:
- Power Players of Indian Animation: Exploring the pioneers and studios shaping the industry.
- Quiet Stories, Powerful Impact: Case studies on local narratives with global appeal.
- Fireside Chat: Examining the role of government in advancing the AVGC sector through policies and incentives.
Notable speakers include Ashwin, Director of Mahavatar Narsimha (2025), blending mythology with cutting-edge animation; Nag Ashwin, Director of Kalki 2898 AD, known for merging mythology with sci-fi; and Sai Abhishek, Head of Factual Entertainment, Lifestyle & Kids at Warner Bros. Discovery, South Asia, shaping regional content strategies.
Rajiv Chilaka, Founder & CEO, Green Gold Animation, said, “Desi Toons embodies India’s creative spirit, proving our stories can captivate global audiences when infused with authenticity, passion, and technology. This year, we’re excited to unite inspiring voices to spark collaborations and shape the future of Indian animation.”
Madhava Reddy (Mike) Yatham, IndiaJoy, added, “Desi Toons is a cornerstone of IndiaJoy, reflecting our mission to foster creativity and innovation. Partnering with Green Gold Animation, we’re building a platform where creators, investors, and policymakers unite to position India as a global AVGC leader.”
Desi Toons 2025 invites industry professionals, students, animation enthusiasts, and the public to engage with India’s vibrant AVGC ecosystem and connect with its visionary storytellers.