Tokyo: TV Asahi, a commercial television network, is set to bring two highly anticipated Shin chan movies to Indian theatres for the first time. Shin chan Our Dinosaur Diary will premiere in May 2025, while Shin chan The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers in India will hit cinemas during the Diwali season in October 2025.
The films will be distributed by PVR INOX Pictures Limited, one of India’s largest multiplex chains, and will be available in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Japanese with English subtitles, expanding the accessibility of the beloved franchise to audiences across the country.
Since its Indian television debut in 2006, Shin chan has become a household name, airing daily on Hungama TV and now streaming on Sony YAY! since May 2024. The show has grown to be the most popular international animation IP in India, with data suggesting that one in ten Indian children have watched the series.
Globally, the Shin chan franchise has captivated audiences for over 30 years, with more than 820 episodes broadcast across 45+ countries, including Spain, Germany, Portugal, Mexico, and Chile. With 32 films released to date, the franchise has amassed over $350 million at the Japanese box office.
Speaking about the milestone release, Maiko Sumida, Head of Animation Sales & Development at TV Asahi, said, “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 Telugu. 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.”
Upcoming Shin chan Movies
- Shin chan Our Dinosaur Diary (May 2025)
The Nohara family visits Dino’s Island, a newly opened dinosaur-themed park in Tokyo. Their summer takes a wild turn when their dog, Shiro, discovers a small dinosaur named Nana. But when a villain named Vable Odorokey seeks Nana for a mysterious secret, dinosaurs begin to escape and wreak havoc in Tokyo and Kasukabe. Now, it’s up to Shin chan and his family to protect Nana in an action-packed adventure. - Shin chan The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers in India (Diwali 2025)
To mark Kasukabe City’s twinning with Mushibai, India, a grand dance competition is announced, with a trip to India as the grand prize. Shin chan and his friends participate in hopes of winning, leading to a whirlwind adventure across India. However, things take an unexpected turn when Bo purchases a mysterious backpack that transforms him into a tyrant with newfound powers. Now, it’s up to Shin chan and the Kasukabe Defense Force to stop him before chaos unfolds!
