Animated violence might be startling for younger viewers, including someone captured and tied to a tree. Punches to the face lead to teeth getting knocked out. Men with daggers and spears try to attack characters. A hero twists a man's arm and fingers to the point of breaking them. People are infected with a disease that turns them into greenish zombie-like creatures. When they bite others, they infect them with the same zombie-like disease. A villain uses his staff to hit and zap people as well as attempt mind control. Other violence includes fireballs and fires that put people in danger and peril. A man's head gets lit on fire and is quickly put out. Enlarged animals, like rhinos, snakes, and lizards, chase characters. A man falls into a pit of lava. Others face peril in a lava cave with rocks falling. Bheem uses a magical hammer that can fly and wield lightning to defend others.
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Promotes friendship, teamwork, heroism, compassion, and the idea that "doing good pays off."
Positive Role Models
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Chhota Bheem is brave, kind, and respectful to his friends, animals, and newcomers. He mostly models positive behavior, like protecting others and encouraging people to make good choices. Both obvious villains and the deceptive ones use lies and violence to get their way, and they ultimately face consequences. Bheem's comrades are also kind and heroic.
Diverse Representations
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The main character is a young version of a mythological Indian character. The show is created in India and visually represents the culture and costumes of a small Indian village. Dialogue is spoken in the native language of Hindi, with optional English subtitles.
Parents need to know that Chhota Bheem: Shakti Astra Ki Khoj is an animated action movie from India that follows the mythological-inspired character Chhota Bheem. Viewers may also be familiar with the characters from the animated series Mighty Little Bheem. In this movie, however, the characters are older, and the conflicts are taken up a notch. Bheem is tasked with recovering a magical energy source that fell to the planet and saving those who are infected by it. Bheem's superhuman strength allows him to evenly match against his foes, so Bheem doesn't express fear or worry, but young viewers might. The animated violence might be startling for younger viewers, especially those familiar with the preschool series. Some of the violence includes fighting with daggers and spears, fireballs, punching, and lightning bolts. Some moments could be frightening, including when characters turn into zombie-like creatures that bite others and infect them. Some mild name-calling occurs. On a positive note, the movie promotes friendship, teamwork, heroism, and compassion. Some of India's culture is displayed throughout the story, and it's presented in the Hindi language. English subtitles are optional. To stay in the loop on more movies like this, you can sign up for weekly Family Movie Night emails.
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What's the Story?
In CHHOTA BHEEM: SHAKTI ASTRA KI KHOJ,a clever villain, Shrewdus, pretends to be the king of a faraway planet called Shakti Grah. He tricks Bheem and his friends into helping him find the shakti astra, a powerful weapon that has landed on Earth. But there's a catch: He won't go with them because he says the forest is dangerous. Bheem agrees to help, and they face many challenges, including a villain from their planet who wants the shakti astra for himself. Along the way, Bheem and his team discover that the energy orb is making people sick and turning them into monsters. Just when they're about to give it to Shrewdus, the real king, Taurus, shows up to claim it. Bheem must decide who should have the weapon, knowing it will affect everyone on both planets.
Chhota Bheem: Shakti Astra Ki Khoj offers an action-packed adventure for fans of the animated series Mighty Little Bheem, blending action, humor, and mythological elements. As Bheem embarks on a quest to recover a powerful energy source and save those affected by it, viewers are treated to fast-paced excitement and familiar characters from the show.
However, this installment is geared toward slightly older audiences and features more intense violence, including fighting with weapons and scenes of characters transforming into monsters. While the animation may captivate, the reliance on subtitles could pose a challenge for younger viewers. Nevertheless, the film celebrates friendship, heroism, and cultural diversity, making it an interesting watch for families.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about why superheroes and mythology are such popular themes in entertainment, even across different cultures.
How is this movie different from the Mighty Little Bheem animated series? Were there any similarities between the characters or the storylines?
How does the movie incorporate elements of Indian culture? Can you identify any traditions, clothing, or customs that were shown?
How did the characters demonstrate friendship, teamwork, and compassion?
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