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SonyLIV Animates Mahabharata's Tragic Hero Karna
22 Jul
Summary
- SonyLIV greenlit an animation series about Karna from Mahabharata.
- The series premieres July 31 and is from Sharad Devarajan and Jeevan J. Kang.
- It explores Karna's struggle against societal judgment based on birth.
SonyLIV is set to launch 'The Legend of Karna,' an animated series inspired by the Hindu epic Mahabharata, on July 31. The project is a collaboration with Sharad Devarajan and Jeevan J. Kang's production house, Graphic India.
The series will follow Karna, a warrior known for his unparalleled skill with a bow, who rises from a charioteer's household to prominence. His journey will showcase his struggle against a society that judges him based on his perceived birth, despite his exceptional talent and loyalty.
Co-creator Sharad Devarajan emphasized the series' focus on Karna's tragic yet compelling story, aiming to explore themes of destiny versus personal achievement. He noted that Karna's struggle against a world governed by lineage is a relevant question for modern times.
Devarajan, known for his work with Stan Lee and for producing 'The Legend of Hanuman,' brings extensive experience in animation and superhero storytelling to this project. SonyLIV, known for its original series, adds this animated saga to its growing slate of animated content.
