This Indian Entrepreneur Is Taking On Disney—And He’s Armed with Ancient Mythology
Jason Kothari, the man who once turned around struggling startups like Housing.com and FreeCharge, is back—and this time, he’s not fixing companies.
He’s creating an empire.
Introducing Mythik—a bold, tech-powered entertainment venture aiming to be the “Disney from the East.” Yes, you read that right.
While Disney has dominated the world with princesses, superheroes, and Mickey Mouse, Mythik plans to take Eastern legends, gods, demons, and epics and turn them into global pop culture powerhouses.
And it’s not just an idea. It’s already happening.
What Exactly Is Mythik?
Mythik is a next-gen entertainment startup focused on bringing ancient Eastern mythology to life through modern storytelling and cutting-edge technology.
We’re talking about:
- Epic animated series
- Blockbuster movies
- AAA video games
- Merch and lifestyle drops
- Even interactive tech-driven experiences
Basically, imagine if Marvel met Ramayana and Assassin’s Creed—that’s the energy Mythik is bringing.
From Housing.com to Hollywood Dreams?
Jason Kothari isn’t your typical founder. He’s done the hard stuff—reviving broken startups, navigating M&A deals, writing a best-selling book.
Now, he’s diving into his most ambitious venture yet: building a full-scale, mythology-fueled universe for the modern world.
“The West has Marvel. We have centuries of epic stories just waiting to go global,” Kothari says.
He’s not wrong. Asia is sitting on a treasure trove of characters, heroes, and legends—and barely any of them have been turned into franchises.
Until now.
Why Mythology? Why Now?
Let’s be honest: mythology is trending.
From Netflix’s Indian originals to Marvel’s attempts at global inclusivity, the world is clearly craving new heroes from new cultures. And the East—especially India, China, Japan, and Southeast Asia—has more source material than anywhere else.
- Stories as big as Star Wars.
- Battles more intense than Game of Thrones.
- Gods and villains that make Thanos look tame.
The potential? Insane.
And Mythik plans to unlock it all.
How Big Is This Going to Be?
This isn’t just a content play—it’s a massive transmedia vision.
Movies? Yes.
Games? Absolutely.
Streaming series? Already in the pipeline.
Merch? Of course—fans will want to wear their favorite characters.
Metaverse/AR/AI? Mythik is tech-first, so expect immersive experiences too.
They’re not creating content. They’re building worlds.
So… Is Mythik Really the Next Disney?
Let’s look at the facts:
- Disney took Western fairytales and turned them into billion-dollar brands.
- Marvel built an entire cinematic universe from comic books.
- Mythik is doing the same—but with untapped, centuries-old stories from Asia.
And honestly? The world is ready. In fact, it’s desperate for something new.
So yes, Mythik isn’t just aiming to be the next Disney. It’s aiming to be something even bigger, richer, and more culturally diverse.
Final Thoughts: A Storytelling Revolution Has Begun
Jason Kothari isn’t just launching a company. He’s lighting the fuse on a storytelling revolution—one that could finally give Eastern mythology the global stage it deserves.
With tech, timing, and talent on his side, Mythik could seriously change the face of global entertainment.
So next time you hear someone say, “There’s nothing new to watch,” just remember…
