Our Characters
Shikari Shambu
Shikari Shambu is one of Tinkle's most loved characters, a bumbling jungle explorer who is scared of everything, from spiders to elephants. Shambu tries his best to avoid trouble and is happiest when he is lazing in his hammock and doing nothing. Unfortunately for Shambu, trouble finds him wherever he goes. Dealing with poachers, wild animals and pirates he manages to come out on top, in spite of himself. Children have been following his adventures for decades and enjoy reading about his latest exploits.
Suppandi
Suppandi is Tinkle's most popular character, a lovable goof who gets into trouble all the time. His antics leave his bosses speechless and the readers in splits. He is the kind of everyman that kids relate to and they love reading about his misadventures.
Tantri the Mantri
Scheming, cunning and devious. That's Tantri the evil Mantri! He is the Chief Minister and dreams of capturing the throne and spends all him time carefully laying plans to get rid of King Hooja. Crocodiles, catapults and booby traps, he has tried them all. Fortunately for King Hooja, the plans always backfire and Tantri has to go back to the drawing board.
Kalia, Doob-doob and Chamataka
Doob-doob the crocodile, Chamataka the fox are the kings of the forest — or so they think. In reality, Kalia the crow is the one who calls the shots. No matter how hard Doob-doob and Chamataka try, Kalia always foils their plans. Whenever the smaller animals are in danger from Doob-doob and Chamataka, its Kalia to the rescue!
Anwar
Anwar is a mischievous and intelligent little boy who isn't afraid to say what he thinks when he thinks it. Children relate to his exploits and enjoy his playful and quick-witted interactions with his parents.
Pyarelal
Pyarelal is a good-natured farmer with a very kind heart. Cheerful and easygoing, his homespun charm appeals to children. Pyarelal often comes up practical yet inventive farming methods that inspire others to consider eco-friendly solutions themselves. Although he sometimes makes mistakes, he comes out of every situation with his enthusiasm and positive attitude intact.
