Ramayan – 2D Animated Short Film
At MAAC South Ex, Ramayan was produced as a stylized 2D animated short film reimagining the epic in a modern, youthful way. I was responsible for animation, editing, sound design, and also performed the rap soundtrack, making it a unique blend of traditional storytelling and contemporary style.
Research & Creative Insights
- Narrative & Visual Style: Explored ways to modernize Ramayan while keeping its core essence intact, using 2D animation with stylized storytelling techniques.
- Animation Development: Designed and animated key sequences to bring characters and moments to life with energy and fluidity.
- Audio & Rap Integration: Created a soundscape blending cinematic audio with a rap performance I personally wrote and recorded, giving the film a bold, modern twist.
Problem Statement
- The challenge was to reimagine a mythological epic in a way that felt fresh, relatable, and youth-friendly, without losing authenticity.
- Animating, editing, and sound designing in parallel required careful workflow management to maintain consistency and pacing.
Final Outcome & Impact:
- Delivered lively animated sequences that matched the energy and drama of the story.
- Performed and integrated a custom rap track that gave the project a distinct, modern cultural edge.
The project stood out for its fusion of classic mythology with contemporary sound and style, earning recognition at MAAC for creativity and technical execution.
Project Information
Project Name
: Ramayana
Client
: MAAC
Technology
: Adobe Suite
Cost
: INR 20,000
Date
: 25 May, 2023
