Expanded online interaction with Mighty Indians, supported by Mumbai Indians, now includes 3D webisodes and additional content.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket team Mumbai Indians has teamed up with Burman Sports and Green Gold Animation, the creators of Chhota Bheem, to bring a new animated series to life - Mighty Indians. This unique show transforms the Mumbai Indians' star cricketers into animated superheroes, each with a unique origin story, power, and purpose[1].
The series, which consists of over 20 3D webisodes, has already garnered significant attention, amassing over 47.5 million views across various formats[2]. The success of Mighty Indians has extended beyond the animated series, translating to commercial partnerships across various product categories like toys, apparel, school supplies, publishing, and collectibles[2].
To create an impact on-ground, 12-foot superhero statues of Mighty Indians players were installed at Mumbai Airport Terminal 2 during IPL 2025, reaching over 85,000 travellers daily[3]. This physical promotion has helped the series embed itself into cricket culture, extending beyond the animated series.
Mumbai Indians launched Season 2 of Mighty Indians, promising an expansion of the universe through immersive 3D storytelling and richer stories[4]. Early prototypes of merchandise have received an enthusiastic response, and formal brand collaborations are being explored[2].
Rajiv Chilaka, Founder and CEO of Green Gold Animation, finds Mighty Indians creatively fulfilling and a unique opportunity to blend cricketing icons with mythic storytelling[5]. Shiv Burman, Founder of Burman Sports, believes Mighty Indians combines the power of sports heroes with the universal appeal of animation, entertaining and building long-term emotional connections with the next generation of fans[6].
The Mighty Indians universe embraces inclusivity, with its tagline "Anyone can be mighty." The IP is being produced by Green Gold Animation, India's leading animation studio, known globally for works like Chhota Bheem and Mighty Little Bheem[7].
You can watch the Mighty Indians videos on YouTube by visiting www.youtube.com/@MumbaiIndians/videos[8]. The series is a testament to the power of collaboration, blending sports, animation, and storytelling to create an engaging and immersive experience for fans of all ages.
References: 1. Mighty Indians Official Website 2. Business Standard 3. Hindustan Times 4. Mumbai Indians Official Twitter 5. The Indian Express 6. India Today 7. Green Gold Animation Official Website 8. Mumbai Indians YouTube Channel
- The Mighty Indians series, a collaboration between Mumbai Indians, Burman Sports, and Green Gold Animation, has not only gained popularity in the digital space but also extended its reach into various aspects of entertainment and culture.
- The unique blend of sports, animation, and storytelling in Mighty Indians not only entertains but also fosters long-term emotional connections with the next generation of fans, as noted by Shiv Burman, Founder of Burman Sports.
