BLUE RIGHTS’ Role
Production
We produced Bhajju Shyam – MORIBITO: The Keeper of Memories, a Japan–India co-produced short animated film created as a companion piece to MORIBITO: The Keeper of Memories, an autobiographical picture book by Bhajju Shyam, an artist from India’s Gond community.
Based on Bhajju Shyam’s own narration and original artwork, the film explores his life, memories, and the creative experiences that have shaped his work. Accompanied by music, his original artwork gently comes to life, revealing a world shaped by the visual traditions passed down through the Gond community and by the artist’s distinctive perspective.
The film was selected for the Short Animation Category at the 1st Japan-China International Animation Film Festival (JCIAFF2026), where it received its world premiere.
Title Information
Synopsis
An animated film based on the life, stories, and artwork of Bhajju Shyam, an artist from India’s Gond community and a recipient of the Padma Shri, a civilian honor conferred by the Government of India. His narration and art bring his memories to life.
Staff
Original Story, Original Artwork & Narration: Bhajju Shyam
Director: Ryusei Yoshimoto
Music: Yosuke Nagao
Tabla Performance: U-zhaan
Bansuri Performance: Taro Terahara
Producers: Tsukasa Ise, Makoto Kimura
Produced by: JAPANDIA, VISIONS, BLUE RIGHTS
©2026 Bhajju Shyam KYOTO