New Delhi: Garfield, the tabby cat, is back! The new adventure outing titled ‘The Garfield Movie’ will enthrall the audience. The streets of Hollywood were abuzz on Sunday, May 19, as the film’s producer Namit Malhotra along with the star-studded voice cast including Chris Pratt and Hannah Waddingham attended the much-awaited premiere held at the TCL Chinese Theatre.
Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios has partnered with Alcon Entertainment on this new installment that sees the lovable indoor cat heading out on a risky heist with his canine friend, Odie. Malhotra’s world-leading DNEG animation team was behind the creative storytelling and cinematic reimagining of the iconic, beloved characters.
‘The Garfield Movie’ strengthens yet another bridge between East and West, showcasing India’s expertise on the world stage. He is known for his unprecedented efforts in bringing Indian artistes to international prominence and overseeing an unparalleled number of Oscar awards for his company over the last decade.
‘The Garfield Movie’ premiered in several markets internationally on May 1 and, according to entertainment trade Variety, grossed $10.2 million over the weekend, bringing its international total to $49 million.
‘The Garfield Movie’ will be released in America on May 24.
