The journey that began with millions of views per episode on the Pogo channel is officially taking a monumental leap to the silver screen. After capturing the hearts of children and families nationwide with their smash-hit television series Jay Jagannath, Ele Animations Pvt. Ltd. is scaling up its original IP into a grand, multi-lingual theatrical feature film titled Mahaprabhu Jagannath.
Planned for a massive pan-India release across 300+ screens in Hindi, Odia, and Telugu through a strategic collaboration with Cinepolis, this cinematic milestone serves as the official foundation for an even larger vision: the launch of the Sanatan Universe.
Rooted in rich devotional storytelling and Indian cultural imagination, Mahaprabhu Jagannath is designed as a wholesome family entertainer that seamlessly blends world-class animation with profound spiritual wisdom.
The film takes a deep dive into the sacred lore of Lord Jagannath, presenting a treasure trove of cultural lessons and timeless values. Tailored beautifully for younger audiences through vibrant, child-friendly visuals, the narrative maintains a deep emotional accessibility that ensures a heartwarming, magical experience for adults and kids alike. Moving far beyond the boundaries of traditional television animation, it is a grand cinematic celebration of faith, heritage, and divine adventure.
Reflecting on the vision behind bringing this divine saga to the silver screen, Durga Prasad Dalai said, “Our journey began with a vision to bring the divine stories of Mahaprabhu Jagannath to every household through animation. After seeing the overwhelming love our series received, taking this to the big screen was the natural next step. This film is not just about entertainment; it’s about passing on our rich heritage and values to the next generation in a way that is fun, engaging, and visually stunning.”
He further added “But Mahaprabhu Jagannath is just the first chapter. It lays the cornerstone for our grander vision: the Sanatan Universe. We are building an interconnected cultural ecosystem that goes far beyond cinema, spanning TV, music, education, and even immersive experience destinations in Puri. By leveraging our civilizational memory, we want to position Indian spiritual storytelling as a premium global proposition and education about our deities and culture through the medium of entertainment. We are absolutely thrilled to begin this incredible journey and bring a culturally rooted, magical experience to families across India”
For Ele Animations, Mahaprabhu Jagannath is the historic first chapter of the newly announced Sanatan Universe.
This ambitious cultural ecosystem aims to position Indian spiritual storytelling as a premium, global creative proposition. The roadmap even includes exploring immersive experience destinations starting in Puri, a dedicated devotional music label, and a live-stream channel from the Puri Jagannath Temple for global devotees.
Ele Animations is mapping out a long-term franchise roadmap, with another major cinematic project planned for the next Rath Yatra cycle. Their upcoming slate includes Mere Bhole, an animated children’s series inspired by Lord Shiva, alongside interconnected stories around beloved deities like Lord Hanuman, Lord Ganesha, Goddess Kali, and Goddess Durga. Additionally, the studio will introduce modern, creative formats to make the profound teachings of the Vedas and Upanishads accessible to younger generations.
Headquartered in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, Ele Animations Pvt. Ltd. has evolved into a global powerhouse since 2008, delivering high-quality content to over 36 countries. Celebrated for its focus on culturally rooted storytelling and original IP creation, the studio masterfully bridges the gap between ancient Indian mythology and modern storytelling technology, solidifying its reputation as a leader in world-class Indian animation.
