Mumbai: P. Jayakumar, the former Chief Executive Officer of Toonz Media Group, has founded KYNZO Media Group, where he will serve as Founder and Chief Executive Officer, marking a new chapter in a career that has played a defining role in India’s animation and kids’ entertainment landscape.
Jayakumar’s move into entrepreneurship follows his decision to step down from Toonz Media Group on November 30, 2025, bringing to a close a transformative 26-year association with the company. During this period, he was instrumental in building Toonz from a homegrown animation studio into a multi-regional entertainment enterprise with operations across India, Ireland, Spain and New Zealand.
Under his leadership, Toonz significantly broadened its creative and commercial footprint, developing a diversified slate of kids’ and family-focused content and establishing strong relationships with international broadcasters, platforms and licensing partners. Jayakumar played a central role in driving international co-productions, expanding original IP development, and positioning the studio as a globally competitive animation player from India.
His expertise spans studio building, cross-border partnerships, content monetisation and talent development. Over the years, Toonz gained recognition for its ability to deliver at scale while meeting global quality benchmarks—an approach that helped Indian animation secure a stronger presence in international markets.
With the launch of KYNZO Media Group, Jayakumar is expected to channel his experience into building a venture focused on global creative collaboration within the entertainment ecosystem. While details around KYNZO’s strategic focus are yet to be announced, the company is likely to explore opportunities across content creation, international partnerships and co-development models.
Industry observers note that it will be interesting to see whether KYNZO Media Group and Toonz Media Group collaborate on future projects, particularly as Jayakumar has indicated that he will remain personally connected to Toonz Media Group even as he builds his new venture.
