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India.com
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Mighty Indians': WATCH- MI Trio Rohit, Bumrah & Hardik Suit Up As Superheroes Ahead Of IPL 2026
Mumbai Indians today announced the launch of Season 2 of Mighty Indians with an all-new slate of 20+ 3D webisodes, expanding the animated superhero universe built around the franchise's iconic Indians (MI) have unveiled a special treat for fans ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, releasing a vibrant animated clip featuring skipper Hardik Pandya alongside Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, and Trent Boult all reimagined as superheroes. Each animated character comes with its own unique origin story, superpower, and mission, as part of the build-up to the new season. Sharing the video on their official account on X (formerly Twitter), MI presented the superhero squad 'coming to the city's rescue' in a creative storyline that quickly went viral. The campaign marks the launch of Season 2 of 'Mighty Indians', the team's animated web series on YouTube. The concept first gained traction in IPL 2025, when MI humorously 'punished' latecomers Tilak Varma, Will Jacks, and Raj Angad Bawa after a match against Chennai Super Kings by making them wear MI-themed superhero costumes. The trio embraced the light-hearted penalty, posing for fans and cameras, while teammates including Suryakumar Yadav joined in the fun. The storm. The plot. The comeback. Episodes 4, 5 & 6 of the #MightyIndians saga are live! Watch now — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) August 8, 2025 Mighty Indians Season 2 - Bigger, Bolder, and More Immersive Building on the success of Season 1, which generated over 47.5 million views across episodes, promos, and short clips, Season 2 will introduce more than 20 fresh 3D webisodes. Produced in collaboration with Burman Sports (exclusive commercial and production rights holders) and Green Gold Animation - the creators of Chhota Bheem the series expands the superhero universe with richer storylines, deeper character arcs, and upgraded visual quality. The animated adaptations of MI's stars aren't just popular online; they've also made their mark offline. During IPL 2025, the franchise installed towering 12-foot superhero statues of the characters at Mumbai Airport's Terminal 2, engaging more than 85,000 daily travellers. The IP has further evolved into a commercial platform, with prototype merchandise like toys, apparel, school supplies, collectibles, and publishing products receiving a highly positive response. Brand collaborations are now in development. As an MI spokesperson explained: 'Mighty Indians is more than an animated series it's an extension of our philosophy to engage fans beyond the boundaries of the cricket field. With Season 2, we are expanding this universe through immersive 3D storytelling and richer stories. It reflects the spirit of the Mumbai Indians and brings it alive in a way that resonates with young audiences and families alike.' From YouTube screens to airport displays and soon into fans' homes through merchandise, Mighty Indians has shifted from being just a creative content project to becoming a part of cricket culture blending sport, entertainment, and storytelling in a uniquely engaging way.
News18
08-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Mumbai Indians Extend Mighty Indians IP With 3D Webisodes And More
Last Updated: Mumbai Indians launched Season 2 of Mighty Indians with 20+ 3D webisodes. Created with Green Gold Animation and Burman Sports, it turns star cricketers into superheroes. Mumbai Indians today announced the launch of Season 2 of Mighty Indians , featuring an all-new slate of 20+ 3D webisodes that expand the animated superhero universe built around the franchise's iconic players. The rich character assets and visual storytelling are translating into commercial partnerships across various product categories, including toys, apparel, school supplies, publishing, and collectables. Early prototypes of merchandise have received an enthusiastic response, and formal brand collaborations are being explored. Building on the momentum and widespread fan engagement from Season 1, the IP returns with richer storytelling, high-quality 3D animation, and deeper character arcs — all brought to life by Green Gold Animation, India's leading animation studio and creators of Chhota Bheem. Created by Mumbai Indians in partnership with Burman Sports, the exclusive commercial and production rights holders, and Green Gold Animation, Mighty Indians transforms star cricketers Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, and Trent Boult into a team of animated superheroes, each with a unique origin story, power, and purpose. To create an impact on-ground, 12-foot superhero statues of the Mighty Indians players were installed at Mumbai Airport Terminal 2 for the duration of IPL 2025, reaching over 85,000 travellers daily. What began as an animated series has embedded itself into cricket culture. From YouTube screens to towering airport installations to merchandise, Mighty Indians is no longer just content – it's becoming part of how fans and families experience the spirit of cricket and storytelling in a new, more imaginative way. A Mumbai Indians Spokesperson commented, 'Mighty Indians is more than an animated series — it's an extension of our philosophy to engage fans beyond the boundaries of the cricket field. With Season 2, we are expanding this universe through immersive 3D storytelling and richer stories. It reflects the spirit of the Mumbai Indians and brings it alive in a way that resonates with young audiences and families alike." 'This has been one of the most creatively fulfilling projects we've ever worked on," said Rajiv Chilaka, Founder and CEO of Green Gold Animation. 'We've built some of India's most beloved characters, but Mighty Indians gave us the chance to blend cricketing icons with mythic storytelling and create something that has both local heart and global potential." Shiv Burman, Founder of Burman Sports, added, 'We used to watch cricket in a linear way – match days on television, and that was it. But today's kids have countless options competing for their attention, and if we want cricket to stay relevant to them, we have to meet them where they are. Mighty Indians is our way of doing just that by combining the power of sports heroes with the universal appeal of animation. It's a format that not only entertains but builds long-term emotional connection with the next generation of fans. We're already working with licensing partners to create merchandise, and multiple discussions are underway with brands looking to connect with children and families by leveraging the might of the Mumbai Indians through this IP." Mighty Indians is no longer just a piece of content. It is a platform for cricket, for imagination, and the next generation of Indian storytelling. Because in this universe, anyone can be mighty. About the Author Cricketnext Staff A team of reporters, writers and editors brings you news, analyses, features, live scores, results, stats and everything that's cricket from all over the globe. Follow @cricketnext Get latest Cricket news, live score and match results on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Mumbai Indians Off The Field view comments Location : Mumbai, India, India First Published: News cricket Mumbai Indians Extend Mighty Indians IP With 3D Webisodes And More Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
