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Abhimanyu Ki Alien Family
Promotional poster
GenreSci-fi
Comedy
Created byHi-Tech Animation
Written byGaurav Malani
Seema Malani
Gulzar (title track)
Directed byAbhijit Daripkar
Santosh Pednekar
Voices ofJasleen Singh
Merlin James
Mohit Sinha
Roop Thakkar
Sanchit Wartak
Asavari Ajinkya
Pratik Verma
Theme music composerSimaab Sen
Country of originIndia
Original languageHindi
Production
Executive producersAnu Sikka
Ashish Thapar
Production companyHi-Tech Animation
Original release
NetworkNickelodeon India

Abhimanyu Ki Alien Family is an Indian animated television sci-fi comedy series, directed by Abhijit Daripkar and Santosh Pednekar for Nickelodeon India.[1] The series revolves around the adventures of Abhimanyu, a 12-year-old boy who can transform into an alien. The show follows his efforts to integrate into human society, make friends, conceal his true identity, and overcome challenges.[2] The lyrics for the title track of the series are written by lyricist Gulzar and the music is created by Simaab Sen. The series premiered on 24 April 2023.[3]

It is the first Indian sci-fi comedy series in the kids' category that is based on an extraterrestrial theme.[4][5]

Synopsis[edit]

The series portrays the story of Abhimanyu, a 12-year-old boy who can transform into an alien. It showcases his journey of fitting in with humans, making friends, hiding his true identity, and overcoming challenges, while also highlighting his family's struggles to adapt. The characters are portrayed in both human and alien avatars.

Cast[edit]

  • Jasleen Singh as Abhimanyu
  • Merlin James as Arya
  • Mohit Sinha as Naveen
  • Roop Thakkar as Kookie
  • Sanchit Wartak as Supremo of Planet Zonga and Mr. Ghotala
  • Asavari Ajinkya as Mrs. Ghotala
  • Pratik Verma as Ronnie

Characters[edit]

  • Abhimanyu - The Hero & Son: A smart problem-solver and the strongest alien in the group. He possesses super strength but must hide his abilities to maintain his human facade. Abhimanyu also has the power to assimilate powers from objects, albeit with occasional chaos and confusion.[6]
  • Arya - The Sister: The first-in-command on the Earth mission, acting as the eyes and ears of Supremo. Arya's elastic tongue aids her in solving problems and completing daily tasks.
  • Naveen - The Father: Capable of turning anyone into a statue with a touch, Naveen struggles with physical contact and often appears timid and clumsy.
  • Kookie - The Mother: Possessing the power to push massive objects and manipulate wind, Kookie uses her abilities for daily convenience. She is fascinated by Earthlings' fashion sense and enjoys shopping.
  • Supremo of Planet Zonga: The disciplined commander of the aliens' Earth mission, instructing them to maintain human forms while on Earth.
  • Mr. Ghotala: The neighbor of the Kumar family. He is an alien research scientist and is always suspicious that aliens are around. His catchphrase is "Aiga!".
  • Mrs. Ghotala: The neighbor and a friend of the Kumar family, especially Kookie. Her catchphrase is "Sahi samay par sahi jagah tapakne ki toh meri aadat hai!".
  • Ronnie: The son of Mr. and Mrs. Ghotala, a cocky and self-obsessed bully who uses his height and eccentric fashion sense to trouble others.[6]

Production[edit]

The series is produced by Viacom18's Kids TV Network and distributed by Nickelodeon. It is conceptualized by Hi-Tech Animation and was produced using 3D animation techniques with 2D rendering.[7][8]

Episodes[edit]

Season 1[edit]

No Episode No Episode No Episode
1 Being Human 2 Ghotala Dinner 3 Alien Sunglasses
4 Beware Of Dog 5 Charge Ho Jao 6 Shaana Kauwa
7 Mahman Nawazi 8 Aunty Ya Alien 9 Alien trap
10 Rain Rain 11 Alien Rescue 12 Zubaan Sambhal Ke
13 Aasmaan Se Girra 14 Apni Kursi Sambhalo 15 Abhimanyu Supercharged
16 Mamla Jam Gaya 17 Earth Pe Atka 18 Bhoot Bangla
19 Chakkar Kumar Ka 20 Khel Khel Mein 21 Double Ghotala
22 Hawa Hawai 23 Alien Tree 24 Ankhiyon Se Goli Mare
25 Cross Connection 26 Batti Gul 27 Car Ka Kamama
28 Bee Se Bachao 29 Alien Festival 30 Kite Flying
31 Nimbu Petrol 32 Aadha adhura 33 Beware Of Chair
34 Rat Race 35 Alien Hunter Ronnie 36 Chori chori chupke chupke
37 Tommy Se Panga 38 Choti si baat 39 Watch out
40 Zordaar Zumba 41 Lucky Stone 42
43 44 45 Ghotala's Uncle
46 47 Dog Saliva 48
49 50 51
52 53 54 Naveen Ka Ghotala
55 56 57 Power On Off

Broadcast[edit]

Abhimanyu Ki Alien Family has been airing on Nick India since April 2023.[9] The series airs every Monday to Friday at 12:00 PM noon.[5]

Reception[edit]

In an article for Outlook India, Garima Das included the show, Abhimanyu Ki Alien Family in her list titled "5 Movies And Shows A Sci-Fi Lover Should Definitely Watch." Das highlighted the show's intriguing premise, stating, "What makes it interesting is the challenges faced by the alien team as they navigate the complexities of human life, forge friendships, conceal their true identities, and overcome various adversities and threats."[10]

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References[edit]

  1. ^ "Nicktoon Abhimanyu visits his Amdavadi fans". Ahmedabad Mirror. 26 April 2023.
  2. ^ "Nickelodeon launches two new homegrown IPs". The Financial Express. 18 April 2023.
  3. ^ "A combination of compelling stories and beautiful animation helps Nickelodeon stand out". Adgully. 20 April 2023.
  4. ^ Ravi, Kalpana (24 April 2023). "Nicktoons Abhimanyu and Kanha Set to Wow Audiences with their Adventures: Viacom18 head Anu Sikka". Indian Television.
  5. ^ a b Tripathi, Ekta (9 May 2023). "Nickelodeon कर रहा एलियंस का आगमन, लेकर आ रहा है 'Abhimanyu Ki Alien Family'". Punjab Kesari (in Hindi).
  6. ^ a b "Abhimanyu's Alien Family - Nick India". Nick India
  7. ^ "Anu Sikka of Viacom18 on Nickelodeon's new show 'Abhimanyu Ki Alien Family', and how Nickelodeon has remained a genre leader for nine years running". Media Brief. 20 April 2023.
  8. ^ "Nickelodeon launches two new homegrown IPs – 'Abhimanyu Ki Alien Family' and 'Kanha – Morpankh Samrat'". Animation Xpress. 18 April 2023.
  9. ^ "Join Abhimanyu Ki Alien Family for an out-of-the-world adventure!". The Times of India. Chennai Times. 24 April 2023. p. 3.
  10. ^ Das, Garima (24 May 2023). "5 Movies And Shows A Sci-Fi Lover Should Definitely Watch!". Outlook India.

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