DESI TOONS
Desi Toons, a one day conclave within Indiajoy, brings together all the stakeholders of the animation production, broadcasting and licensing industry. A celebration of Indian animation, the conclave will focus on indigenous IPs, the global potential of the same and the future of Indian animation.
Why & Who
Why should one attend?
Desi Toons 2025 offers attendees a unique opportunity to hear the current thinking from industry leaders, ace content creators and broadcasters from the Indian Animation industry as they share their insights into how to succeed in today’s dynamic and disruptive times. The event will also host the inaugural Desi Toons Animation Pitch which will provide the opportunity to Indian animation studios to showcase their projects.
Who should attend?
Desi Toons is an ideal platform for animation content creators, studio executives, animators and students to gain insights from the leaders in creation, broadcasting and distribution.
Agenda
Lighting of the Lamp and Keynote by Rajiv Chilaka
The Magic of Originals: Creating New Worlds in Indian Animation
Exploring how Indian studios built iconic IPs, the cultural roots they drew from, and the challenges of originality.
Power Players of Indian Animation: Stories Behind the Names
A deep dive into the pioneers, producers and studios that laid the foundation of Indian animation.
Quiet Stories, Powerful Impact: Local Narratives Shaping Global Conversations
Case studies on how intimate, culturally rooted stories resonate beyond borders.
Lunch
DesiToons Pop Quiz
Unlocking Audience & Content Dynamics: Who is Watching, What, How, and Why?
Audience behaviors in streaming vs TV, programming strategies, and content discoverability.
Anime & India: Love, Localization & Limitations
India’s growing anime fandom, dubbing/localization, and what India can learn from Japan.
Boost Your Audience
Best practices for creators/studios to build traction: format, codes, engagement, monetization.
Role of State & Central Government in Boosting the AVGC Sector
Mapping policy initiatives, incentives, and how they are shaping industry growth
India 2030: Becoming the Global Animation Powerhouse What India needs to become a true hub: infrastructure, talent, IP exports
Speakers
Speakers Coming Soon
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