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Hamilton Spectator
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Local teen voicing ‘Ryder' in third ‘Paw Patrol' film
Thirteen-year-old Henry Bolan hasn't exactly been rubbing elbows with Snoop Dogg, Paris Hilton and Bill Nye, but he is starring in a movie with them. Bolan, a student at Quaker Village Public School, has a leading role in the latest 'Paw Patrol' animated movie. He will be playing the role of Ryder, the leader of the search and rescue dog crew. He won the role over more than 800 other children from Canada and the U.S. after recording his audition at home and sending it in. He heard about the auditions through his agent. Yes, Bolan has an agent at the age of 13. That's because he has done work on animated shows before. He said he appeared as the main character in a TV animated series called 'Super Wings.' Bolan was cast for the 'Paw Patrol' movie in spring of 2024 and he has been doing his voice-over work since then. His mother, Jenny Young, who is a professional actress, said she worried that Bolan's voice might change before the recording was finished, but so far her fears have not come to pass. Bolan said he usually does his work alone in the recording studio. He hasn't met his fellow stars yet, adding that he hopes to meet them at the movie's premiere in July 2026, The teen said his friends had difficulty believing him when he told them he had landed the part. But perhaps they shouldn't have been surprised. Boaln has appeared in several local stage productions, including Anne of Avonlea, Beauty and the Beast and Shrek the Musical. He also appeared in a professional stage production called Full Light of Day when he was just seven years old. Bolan explained that the current job is somewhat easier than other voice-overs he has done. He records the dialogue and the animators then match the screen actions to his voice. In other productions, he has had to match the already drawn animation which, he said, is more limiting on his performance. He said there are similarities and differences in performing on stage and performing in a movie. The similarity comes in preparation. 'You have to get into character,' he said. 'You have to believe you are the character.' One of the differences - and difficulties - is the commute to Toronto for the recording sessions. His mother said the ride down provides time to do vocal warm-up. However, Young says there are currently limitations she has set on his career. His face will not appear on the TV screen or movie screen while he is still a schoolboy. Bolan said he is looking forward to auditioning for a local play in the fall. He is allowed to do stage work because he is a member of the film and television union. His mother said Bolan has worked with the Sunderland Lions Club youth theatre, is a member of the band at school and loves to play football with his pals. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Broadcast Pro
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
TwelveP Animation and Powerkids Entertainment to co-produce first international animated series from Abu Dhabi
The show is currently in fast-paced production, with a tentative completion date by the end of 2025. Abu Dhabi-based TwelveP Animation has partnered with Singapore's Powerkids Entertainment to co-produce Adventures of Akira & Mowgli, a new spin-off of the beloved The Jungle Book animated franchise. This international collaboration marks a historic milestone as the first-ever animated co-production of its kind originating from Abu Dhabi, and one of the pioneering efforts in the UAE's animation industry. The upcoming series introduces a fresh twist to the classic tale, with Mowgli joined by a daring new female lead, Akira. Together, they embark on thrilling jungle adventures filled with emotion, comedy, and vibrant visuals designed to resonate with global audiences. Scriptwriting duties are in the hands of writers Jeff Sager and Eric Steinhart, known for their work on hit children's series such as PJ Masks, Super Wings, Paw Patrol, Dino Ranch and The Snoopy Show. Production is currently moving at a rapid pace, with initial episodes expected to be delivered by mid-2025. The project has attracted a consortium of high-profile co-producers, including BeIN (Qatar), De Planeta (Latin America), Telegael (Ireland) and Wall Peep (India), further reinforcing the series' global appeal and production muscle. Even ahead of its official release, Adventures of Akira & Mowgli is already garnering industry recognition. Powerkids CEO Manoj Mishra has been honoured with the Best Producer award at the ANN Award 24, and the series has secured a nomination for Best International Showcase at the Cartoon on the Bay Pulcinella Awards. Speaking about the partnership and the animated series, Katerina Pshenitsyna, General Manager, TwelveP Animation, said: 'We, as TwelveP Animation, are happy to be the pioneering company from Abu Dhabi to structure an international co-production in animation based on the world standards! This puts Abu Dhabi on the map for the International Animation Society as well as allows for more future collaborations in the field. It is also a milestone for TwelveP itself as we diversify our activity from distribution to co-financing and co-producing family-friendly projects with international appeal. We believe that Akira & Mowgli has everything to become a successful global IP.' Manoj Mishra, CEO, Powerkids Entertainment, added: 'This innovative show introduces Akira, a bold and fearless new female protagonist, who joins the beloved Mowgli in this new jungle adventure brimming with heart, humour, and stunning animation. Together, we'll share the enigmatic world of Akira and Mowgli with audiences, unfolding their story in a way that's full of adventure and excitement.' Latifa Abdulla Al-Mana, Director of Kids Content and Channels, beIN MENA, commented: 'We are delighted to co-produce Adventures of Akira & Mowgli, and are excited to exclusively bring it to millions of children across the Middle East and North Africa. This partnership further reinforces beIN's long-standing commitment to delivering high-quality, family-friendly Arabic content to young audiences in the region through our leading kids' channels – Baraem and Jeem TV.' Paul Cummins, CEO of Telegael, stated: 'Telegael is excited to partner with our colleagues at Powerkids Entertainment to bring the exciting adventures of Akira and Mowgli to audiences around the world. Building on the huge success of The Jungle Book series, Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera, Sherekhan and Kaa meet the fresh energy of our new protagonist, Akira, a fearless girl from a nearby village with a strong character. Together, our heroes Akira and Mowgli outsmart mischievous foes, uncover ancient jungle secrets and learn the true meaning of friendship, courage and nature's balance.' Carlos Biern – Content & Media Sales Director, DeAplaneta Entertainment, noted: 'At DeAPlaneta Entertainment, we are always looking for new opportunities to collaborate with leading studios worldwide, and Asia is a key region for us. This is a great moment to explore spin-offs of classic stories with universal appeal, bringing them to a global audience. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, we are thrilled to work with internationally renowned and award-winning studios like Powerkids, sharing our passion for storytelling and high-quality entertainment.'
