Pocket FM-parent launches AI-powered webcomic platform Pocket Toons

Pocket Entertainment, the parent company of Pocket FM and Pocket Novel, has launched Pocket Toons, an AI-powered comics platform that uses AI to enhance storytelling and content creation.

AI-powered studio Blaze! helps creators produce high-quality episodic content 20 times faster and at a third of the usual cost.

The company says Blaze! automates tasks like background rendering, scene composition, coloring, and quality control, letting artists focus on storytelling and character development instead of production delays.

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In a statement, Pocket Entertainment said, “Designed to enhance creativity without compromising the soul of great storytelling, Blaze! empowers creators to produce high-quality, episodic content 20 times faster than industry standards—all while slashing production costs to just a third of the usual.”

Rohan Nayak, Co-founder & CEO of Pocket Entertainment, said, "The fusion of AI and human storytelling marks the beginning of a new creative era. Historically, every major evolution in entertainment—be it cinema, animation, or digital streaming—has been driven by technology. At Pocket Entertainment, we are harnessing AI to amplify human creativity—empowering artists to push the boundaries of storytelling without replacing their unique artistic expression. By integrating AI into the creative workflow, we are not just increasing efficiency—we are unlocking new possibilities for storytelling at an unprecedented scale. Our users on Pocket Toons are loving it, spending over 60 minutes daily. AI-powered comics aren’t the future—they’re happening now.”

“India is making its mark on the global AI stage, and Blaze! is the latest proof of how India is building AI for the world. I am incredibly proud that Pocket FM, a pioneer in the audio entertainment revolution, is now expanding its vision with the launch of Pocket Toons. With its proprietary AI-powered studio, Blaze!, Pocket Toons is setting new benchmarks in the comicssindustry—redefining storytelling by blending human creativity with AI-driven efficiency. This is not just about speed and scale; it’s about democratizing comic creation, empowering artists, and making high-quality storytelling more accessible than ever before. As one of our portfolio companies, Pocket FM continues to push the boundaries of innovation, proving that India is at the forefront of shaping the future of global entertainment.” said Harsha Kumar, Partner at Lightspeed.

Since its beta launch in January 2025, Pocket Toons has grown quickly, hosting over 30 comics and keeping users engaged for an average of 60 minutes daily.

To fuel its growth, Pocket Entertainment is investing $15 million in 2025 to expand Pocket Toons and aims to reach $100 million in annual revenue by 2026.

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