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Boosted by higher demand, the fast-growing Indian animation and gaming industry is expected to be worth USD 2.5 billion (Rs 11,435 crore) in the next three years, says global consultancy Deloitte.

According to estimates, the Indian animation and gaming market was valued at around USD 750 million (Rs 3,430.5 crore) in 2009.

We all know that it's not easy being green, but apparently it's even tougher being a superhero's sidekick. (Don't even get us started on being a superhero's sidekick and being green, like one of the stars of 'Young Justice'.)

If you're a fan of the various animated shows that DC and Warner Bros. have created over the past two decades, chances are that 'Young Justice' was already on your radar -- or maybe this is the first you're hearing about the super new series, an energetic take on some familiar -- and lesser known -- teenage heroes such as Robin, Kid Flash, Aqualad, Superboy, Miss Martian and Artemis. Similar in tone to the superb 'Justice League Unlimited' but focusing more on the 'Teen Titans' generation, 'Young Justice' is certain to appeal to fervent DC fans and newcomers alike.

Webwire - The box office success of the movie Avatar has sparked a new wave of enthusiasm for 3D films; large quantities of digital gaming and computer animation content are also being produced in 3D format. The digital content industry in Taiwan has been growing steadily; digital content sub-industries that are directly related to 3D technology include digital gaming, computer animation, e-learning, and digital audio/video. Taiwans digital content related industries posted impressive performance in 2009, recording annual production value of around US$1.4 billion for digital audio/video, US$1.15 billion for digital gaming, and US$150 million for computer animation.

HYDERABAD: A short 2D animation film to create awareness on HIV/AIDS, starring Nagarjuna, Anushka Shetty, Shabana Azmi, Navdeep, Colours Swathi and Shruthi Hasan would hit screens soon.

Nagarjuna and Anushka released the CDs of the short film in Telugu and English versions with the title ‘Prevention is better than cure’ at LV Prasad Eye Institute here on Friday. The programme was jointly organised by Nimmagadda Foundation and Teach AIDS.

The 7th annual Dubai International Film Festival continues to highlight the importance of Arab films and filmmakers as the largest film festival in not only the Middle East, but also Asia and Africa. This year's event is scheduled from December 12-19, 2010. The theme of the film festival since it's inception in 2004 has been "Bridging Cultures. Meeting Minds."

Independent and established talent is featured at the annual event. The film festival encourages and nurtures in a competitive format, rewarding outstanding films by giving them a global platform.