The Boy & the Heron is set to release in India on this date

There's much to rejoice for Indian fans of Hayao Miyazaki. The legendary animator's acclaimed anime masterpiece The Boy & the Heron is finally coming to India. The much-awaited release date for the film in India has been confirmed and the movie is set to hit Indian theatres on May 10, 2024. 

Warner Bros. India, the distributor for the film, had previously announced its plans to release The Boy & the Heron in the country. The exact date of the film was not known until now. 

The announcement of the release date brings a wave of excitement among Indian otakus who have been eagerly awaiting the chance to experience Miyazaki’s cinematic magic on the big screen.

The Boy & the Heron, also known as How Do You Live, made waves upon its release in Japan in July, 2023. It marked several milestones, including being the first Studio Ghibli film to receive a simultaneous IMAX release and the first animated film and Japanese film to open the 48th Toronto International Film Festival. The film won Miyazaki his second Oscar for Best Animated Feature film at the 96th Academy Awards in March. It also marked Miyazaki's return to the screen after announcing his retirement a few years ago. 

About The Boy & The Heron

The film, set against the backdrop of World War II, follows the journey of Mahito Maki, a young boy grappling with loss and navigating complex family dynamics. Guided by a mysterious grey heron, Mahito embarks on a transformative adventure that leads him to discover a new world within himself.

The film has renowned composer Joe Hisashi's musical score and Kenshi Yonezu lending his voice to the theme song Chikyuugi. 

The film is supposed to release on Netflix in United States and Japan but the release date is not yet confirmed.