Global hit 'Ballerina' set to return with film sequel, animated TV series
Los Angeles, June 22
Global hit animated feature 'Ballerina' is all set to return with a sequel, along with an animated TV series simultaneously in development, reported Variety.
Paris-based Good Hero, behind 'Fireheart' and 'Wings of Freedom', will produce the movie sequel 'Ballerina 2', with Gregory Ouanhon and Laurent Zeitoun.
Production is set to begin this month. Zeitoun, who wrote the screenplay, will direct the film.
It has been described as an ambitious expansion of the 'Ballerina' universe across multiple media platforms, including film, television and digital, including YouTube.
A global release has been scheduled for late 2029.
Voiced in English by Elle Fanning and Dane DeHaan and in France by Camille Cottin and Malik Bentalha, the original 'Ballerina' grossed USD 120 million across more than 100 countries worldwide.
"Ballerina's aspirational story of female empowerment has continued to resonate with new audiences over the last decade and is even more relevant today. The film embodies what it means to follow your dreams -- the universal values of overcoming challenges, hard work and commitment, the power of artistic expression, and creating positive change in the world by being true to yourself. We want to expand the Ballerina universe and introduce this magical, heartwarming story to a new generation of young women who already personify these values," said Zeitoun and Gregory Ouanhon, as quoted by Variety.
Further details on the projects are yet to be announced.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Great to see female-led animation doing well. But honestly, 2029 seems too far away! With streaming platforms booming, they should consider a faster release. Also, why no Indian voice cast this time? We have amazing talent for dubbing.
The original earned $120 million globally! That's huge for an indie animation. Indian parents often dismiss animation as 'just for kids', but movies like this prove it can inspire. I'm curious how the TV series will expand the universe - maybe a Netflix deal? 🩰
Nice to see non-Hollywood animation succeed. But I hope they don't stretch the story too thin across film, TV, and YouTube. Sometimes simple is better - like the original which had a clear message about following your dreams without needing a 'universe'.
As someone who took ballet classes in Bangalore as a kid, this film was everything! 😭 The themes of hard work and self-belief resonate so deeply in our culture where parents push academics. Hope the sequel keeps the same heart and doesn't become too commercial.
Love that they're expanding! Ballerina showed girls can be strong and graceful at the same time. The YouTube series idea is smart - Gen Z consumes content differently now. Maybe they'll include Indian classical dance elements? That would be a beautiful crossover! 🌟
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