Blending mythology, adventure, and life lessons to help children discover India's rich cultural heritage through entertaining storytelling.
Mumbai,
July 31st, 2026: Kayhan Entertainment, an
integrated IP-led ecosystem with a strategic focus on IP ownership and creative
exports, has launched Shivlok Ke Kundakka Mandakka, its latest original
animated mythology series. The series has debuted with its first four episodes,
while the remaining episodes will be released in phases. Set in the mystical
world of Shivlok, the series follows mischievous Asura twins Kundakka and
Mandakka as they embark on extraordinary adventures that blend humour, action,
mythology, and life lessons. The launch further strengthens Kayhan's vision of
building original entertainment franchises from India for audiences across the
world.
Unlike
traditional mythology adaptations, Shivlok Ke Kundakka Mandakka introduces
children to Indian mythology through original characters, engaging
storytelling, and immersive world-building. The series transforms legendary
Asuras, mythical creatures, and ancient lore into entertaining adventures that
encourage curiosity, teamwork, courage, and emotional growth, making mythology
an accessible learning experience rather than a classroom lesson.
Founded
by Arushi Govil and Dalbir Singh, Kayhan Entertainment is built on a creative
partnership where life and storytelling come together. Partners in life and
partners in creation, the creator-director duo has dedicated itself to building
original Indian intellectual property that can resonate with audiences across
the world. Their shared vision led them to see extraordinary potential in
Kundakka and Mandakka, two lesser-known characters from acclaimed author Anand
Neelakantan's work, at a time when few imagined they could become the heart of
a children's entertainment franchise. Believing that every great universe
begins with compelling characters, they reimagined the mischievous Asura twins
into a vibrant world of adventure, humour, and mythology. Their complementary
strengths in storytelling, direction, and production continue to shape Kayhan
into an integrated creative ecosystem focused on creating original Indian
stories with global appeal.
Speaking
about the launch, Dalbir Singh, Co-Founder, Kayhan Entertainment - With
every IP we create, our ambition is to make Indian storytelling more relevant
for the next generation. Smart KidZ helped children navigate everyday life
through emotional intelligence, while Shivlok Ke Kundakka Mandakka introduces
them to the richness of Indian mythology through adventure and imagination. We
believe mythology is one of India's greatest storytelling treasures, and when
presented in a fun, contemporary way, it can inspire curiosity, values, and
creativity while building globally scalable entertainment franchises rooted in
our own culture."
Adding
to this, Arushi Govil, Co-Founder, Kayhan Entertainment, said
"Children learn best when they are emotionally invested in a story. Our
approach has never been to recreate mythology as history lessons, but to
transform it into experiences children genuinely enjoy. Through Kundakka and
Mandakka's adventures, we want young audiences to discover the fascinating
world of Indian mythology while naturally learning about friendship, courage,
responsibility, and teamwork. Today's children are growing up in a
digital-first world, and we believe it is equally important for them to stay
connected to the stories, values, and cultural heritage that define us. At
Kayhan, we are reimagining India's timeless mythology through original storytelling
that feels exciting, relatable, and relevant for the next generation, ensuring
every story entertains first while inspiring curiosity and meaningful learning
At
the heart of Shivlok Ke Kundakka Mandakka are two mischievous Asura twins whose
endless curiosity and playful antics lead them into extraordinary adventures
across the mystical world of Shivlok. What begins as harmless pranks at the
Asur Gurukul soon unfolds into an epic journey through ancient legends,
forgotten warriors, magical creatures, and hidden secrets of the Asura kingdom.
Watched over by Lord Shiva (Mahadev) and Goddess Parvati, whose witty and warm
conversations guides the narrative, Kundakka and Mandakka encounter legendary
asura figures such as Raktbeej and Dhoomralochan. Along the way, they forge
unexpected friendships and discover that true strength lies not in power alone
but in courage, loyalty, trust, and teamwork. Through humour, action, and
immersive storytelling, every episode introduces children to the richness of
Indian mythology while naturally weaving in timeless values and life lessons.
With Shivlok Ke Kundakka Mandakka, Kayhan Entertainment continues its vision of
building culturally rooted, globally relevant original IP that inspires the
next generation through meaningful entertainment.
The
launch of Shivlok Ke Kundakka Mandakka comes at a time when audiences worldwide
are increasingly embracing stories inspired by culture, mythology, and local
heritage. As India's animation and children's entertainment ecosystem continues
to evolve, there is a growing opportunity to transform the country's rich
mythological legacy into engaging, globally relevant content for young
audiences. Rather than retelling mythology as history, Shivlok Ke Kundakka
Mandakka reimagines ancient legends through original characters, humour,
adventure, and contemporary storytelling, enabling children to connect with
their cultural roots in a way that feels exciting and relatable. The series
reflects Kayhan Entertainment's broader vision of creating original Indian IP
that preserves timeless stories while shaping them into modern entertainment
franchises with global appeal, positioning India not only as a producer of
content but as a creator and exporter of culturally significant intellectual
property. The series reflects Kayhan Entertainment's broader vision of bringing
timeless Indian stories to life through modern entertainment franchises with
global appeal, positioning India not only as a producer of content but as a
creator and exporter of culturally significant intellectual property.
About
Kayhan Entertainment
Kayhan
Entertainment is a next-generation storytelling studio focused on building
original IP rooted in Indian culture and designed for global audiences.
Operating across animation, VFX, gaming, and digital storytelling, the studio
combines creative vision with world-class production expertise to create
culturally resonant stories with transmedia potential.
With
IP ownership at the core of its strategy, Kayhan is committed to building
long-term creative value through original storytelling while contributing to
India's growing Orange Economy. The company is also building a talent ecosystem
through Macra, its training initiative focused on nurturing the next generation
of creators in animation, VFX, gaming, and digital storytelling. Students will
be trained on cutting-edge tools and next-generation production technologies,
ensuring they are equipped to create, collaborate, and compete in a rapidly
evolving global content landscape.