New6:18Panchatantra
The Ungrateful Man
Be kind, but think about whom you trust. True friends repay kindness; the ungrateful forget it.
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★ A new story every Saturday
Little stories with big hearts
Minnu is a little star who loves stories. Every week she brings an animated Panchatantra fable or Indian folk tale, retold for children and families, with a simple lesson at the end.
Coming · Sat 14 NovThe Thief and the Ghost
The stories
Short animated stories, about 3 to 7 minutes each. Clever animals, funny mistakes and a lesson to talk about together.
New6:18
3:17Panchatantra
The Clever Rabbit and the Lion
Even when you're small and scared, keep thinking. Cleverness is stronger than strength.
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4:30Panchatantra
The Thief and the Ghost
When two who come to do wrong fight each other, the good are saved.
Coming · Sat 14 Nov
5:17Panchatantra
The Four Treasure Seekers
Wanting things is fine, but don't be greedy.
Coming · Sat 21 Nov
4:33Panchatantra
The Lion Makers
Learning is great, but the wisdom to know when and how to use it is greater still.
Coming · Sat 28 Nov
5:04Panchatantra
The Elephant and the Sparrow
Alone we are small. Together, we are stronger than the biggest.
Coming · Sat 5 Dec
5:11Panchatantra
The Talkative Tortoise
Listen to friends who want the best for you, and think before you speak.
Coming · Sat 12 Dec
6:06Panchatantra
The Snake's Wedding
Keep your word, and love with an open heart.
Coming · Sat 19 Dec
5:43Folk tale
The Tiger in the Cage
Never harm someone who has helped you. And with a clever mind, you can get out of any trouble.
Coming · Sat 26 Dec
6:11Panchatantra
The Louse and the Flea
Think carefully before you let someone into your home without knowing how they will behave.
Coming · Sat 2 Jan
3:33Panchatantra
Who Is the Strongest?
Never look down on anyone for being small.
Coming · Sat 9 Jan
6:08Folk tale
The Brave Potter
Courage can come from unexpected places, and a helping hand from the people who love you makes all the difference.
Coming · Sat 16 Jan
6:59Folk tale
The Mother Dog
A mother's love never ends. Be kind and honest with the people who love you.
Coming · Sat 23 Jan
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Pick your language
Each language has its own YouTube channel, with the same stories, the same Minnu and the same Saturday schedule.
Minnu Stories — English
@MinnuStoriesEnglish
Panchatantra fables and Indian folk tales in English.
Minnu Stories — ಕನ್ನಡ
@MinnuStoriesKannada
ಪಂಚತಂತ್ರ ಮತ್ತು ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳು ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ.
Minnu Stories — हिंदी
@MinnuStoriesHindi
पंचतंत्र और लोक कथाएँ हिंदी में।
For parents
Short and gentle
Each story takes a few minutes: just right before school, at lunch or at bedtime.
A lesson to talk about
Every story ends with a simple lesson: kindness, honesty, courage, thinking before you act.
In your home language
The same stories in English, Kannada and Hindi, so children hear them in the language of home.
Made for kids
Our channels are set as Made for Kids on YouTube, so comments are off on every video.
📺 Watch together on the TV
Open the YouTube app on your smart TV, search for “Minnu Stories”, and pick your language's channel. Our playlists play one story after another.
Questions parents ask
What is Minnu Stories?
Minnu Stories is a set of YouTube channels with animated stories for children aged about 3 to 8: Panchatantra fables and folk tales from across India, retold in simple words.
When do new stories come out?
A new film every Saturday at 10:00 India time, and short clips on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings.
Which languages are there?
English, Kannada and Hindi today. More Indian languages are on the way.
Is it safe for my child to watch?
Every video is marked Made for Kids on YouTube, which turns comments off. The stories are gentle; a few classic fables have a villain who gets his comeuppance, as in the original tales. We suggest watching together the first time.
Where do the stories come from?
From the Panchatantra, a collection of fables more than 2,000 years old, and from folk tales told across India, retold for today's children.
Is the website tracking us?
No. This site sets no cookies and has no ads or trackers. A YouTube video loads only when you press play.