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Sonam Shekhawat is an animator from Rajasthan, who became the first Indian writer to win an Emmy for her show, All Hail King Julien, which is currently airing on Netflix.

When asked how else she is trying to bring this to Disney’s attention, she smiles, and says, “I am hoping that with these articles and social media posts we can create enough of a buzz to grab their attention.”

Released in 1957, The Banyan Deer was made by the cartoon unit of Films Division of India and adapted a well-known Jataka in animated format.

Intricate Aari embroidery and fair-trade fabrics sourced from India bring Belle's costumes alive in the newest adaptation of the iconic fairy tale.