TV Asahi, one of Japan’s leading commercial television networks is thrilled to announce the theatrical release of two highly anticipated Shin chan movies in India – ‘Shin chan Our Dinosaur Diary’ and ‘Shin chan The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers in India’.
This marks the very first time Shin chan movies will be released in theatres in India, setting a significant milestone for the iconic Shin chan franchise. Known for its global fanbase and continuing success, the films will be distributed by one of the largest multiplex companies in India, PVR INOX Pictures Limited. ‘Shin chan Our Dinosaur Diary’ will hit cinemas in May 2025, while ‘Shin chan The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers in India’ will be released during the Diwali season in October 2025. Both films will be released in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Japanese with English subtitles.
Shinnosuke Nohara better known as Shin chan, the fun-loving, mischievous 5-year-old kindergartener who’s always getting into trouble has become a household name around the world. He’s charming and cheeky and together with his baby sister, Himawari, who loves cute boys and shiny gems, Shin chan never fails to keep things lively. No matter what, Shin chan can turn any calm day upside down in an instant!
The Shin chan TV series which first premiered in India in 2006, has continued to capture the hearts of viewers, airing daily on Hungama TV and since May 2024 on Sony Pictures Networks India’s (SPNI) kids channel SONY YAY! The show has become the number one show in popularity among international IPs currently broadcast in India, with the highest viewership share. Data suggests that one in ten Indian children have watched the show.
Globally, the Shin chan TV series has been one of the most top-rated animations for over 30 years, with more than 820 episodes, broadcast in over 45 countries including, Spain, Germany, Portugal, Mexico, and Chile. To date 32 Shin chan films have been released taking over US$ 350 million at the Japanese box office.
The Shin chan franchise has become one of the most beloved and recognizable brands and TV Asahi continues to strengthen its 360-degree approach by focusing on its presence in TV, films and offering promotional rights, tie-ups, licensing & merchandising.
Maiko Sumida, Head of Animation Sales & Development at TV Asahi commented, “2025 is likely to become a major milestone for our Shin chan team. It has been our long-standing dream to release “Shin chan the Movie” in theatres in India, the movie superpower! We are thrilled that children who are currently watching Shin chan on TV, as well as those who grew up watching it, will be able to enjoy Shin chan’s adventures on the big screen. To enhance the excitement for the Indian audience, we have dubbed the movies into Hindi, Tamil and Telegu. We hope that this will not only provide fans with an unforgettable cinematic experience but also lead to further collaborations, tie-ups, and licensing opportunities for the brand.”
Shin chan Our Dinosaur Diary
The grand theme park “Dino’s Island” opens in Tokyo, sparking a dinosaur craze! Shinnosuke and his family spend the summer with a small dinosaur named Nana, discovered by their dog Shiro. However, danger lurks when Vable Odorokey hunts for Nana to uncover a secret. When dinosaurs escape and rampage across Tokyo and Kasukabe, the Noharas must protect Nana in a thrilling battle to save the day.
Shin chan The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers in India
To celebrate Kasukabe City’s twinning with Mushibai, India, the “Kasukabe Kids Entertainment Festival” holds a dance competition with a trip to India as the grand prize. Shinnosuke and the Kasukabe Guard join in, hoping to win. While sightseeing in India, Shinnosuke and Bo buy a mysterious backpack, that transforms Bo into a powerful tyrant. Now, Shinnosuke and his friends must stop him before his newfound power causes chaos.
