Classic Japanese Cartoon Lands on Discovery Kids India

Discovery Kids in India has secured broadcast rights for the Japanese animated show Monster Kid from Fujiko Fujio, creator of the Ninja Hattori series.

Monster Kid tells the story of the prince of Monster Land who, along with pals Dracula, Wolfman and Frankenstein, travels to human realms as he prepares to be crowned king. Along the way, he develops a special bond with a human boy named Hiroshi. Monster Kid premieres on Discovery Kids in India today at 12 p.m.

“Kids are always curious about monster and monster stories,” said Uttam Pal Singh, the head of Discovery Kids in India. “One of the key reasons of the exponential growth of Discovery Kids is that we have singled out shows which went on to captivate and engage kids in India. We are excited to partner with the legendary Japanese creator Fujiko Fujio and TV Asahi on this series, and we believe that Monster Kid has all the elements to engage, entertain and tickle the curiosity of kids.”

Takahiro Kishimoto, the head of animation for the international business department at TV Asahi, added: “We are delighted with this exciting opportunity and look forward to further strengthening the partnership with Discovery Kids. We hope Monster Kid will turn out to be another animation sensation from TV Asahi in India.”