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29 March 2024

Hrithik Roshan to become a comic book caped crusader

Hrithik Roshan (AFP)

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Bollywood heartthrob Hrithik Roshan appears all set to follow in the footsteps of superheros Batman and Superman.

He is set to become a comic book superhero. 

Roshan's iconic ‘Krrish’ character has piqued the interest of leading animation production house Toonz, which has partnered with Cartoon Network and director Rakesh Roshan’s Film Kraft Productions to produce four animated movies based on the Hindi superhero. 

The cartoon films will depict the childhood adventures of Krishna, who discovers that he can help people and save the world with the special powers bestowed upon him. 

The films will be created over a 24 month period, with the first, titled: ‘Kid Krrish’, due to air on Cartoon Network in mid July 2013.

Speaking about the project, Rakesh Roshan says: “Since 'Krrish 3' will be ready for release this Diwali, I wanted to revive the memory of 'Krrish' with children and the newer generation who may not have seen 'Koi Mil Gaya' or 'Krrish. I also want to spread the message of friendship and love through this series. My grandsons loved the idea and are excited about this project.”

Rakesh Roshan’s internationally successful and box-office topping franchise of ‘Koi … Mil Gaya’ and ‘Krrish’ went on to become the first superhero films of the Indian film industry. 

The third installment, ‘Krrish 3’ is scheduled for a Diwali 2013 release, and will once again star Hrithik in the title role, joined by Priyanka Chopra, Kangna Ranaut and Vivek Oberoi.