In a move that’s exploding across social media like a Kamehameha wave, Warner Bros Discovery ‘s Kids Channel – Cartoon Network India has announced an electrifying lineup of Dragon Ball Z movies set to air from tonight, December 22, through January 1, 2026. Fans can tune in Monday to Friday at 10:30 PM IST for a daily dose of high-octane action.
The surprise reveal dropped suddenly on CNI’s social media platforms earlier today, catching anime fans off guard and It appears to be an unexpected move in the ongoing anime broadcast battle among television channels. This timely programming boost positions CNI as a frontrunner in the competitive kids’ entertainment landscape, ensuring young viewers and nostalgic adults alike have their fill of action-packed content during the holiday season.
With rival networks intensifying their offerings—such as Sony YAY! rolling out new episodes of Naruto Shippuden alongside Shinchan series and films, and Disney Channel airing daily Doraemon movie marathons under its Very Merry Doraemon Movies block at 12:00 PM—Cartoon Network India appears keen to ensure it does not fall behind in the increasingly competitive holiday-season programming race. However, the late-night scheduling may limit reach among younger viewers, potentially shifting the primary audience toward older fans and returning viewers rather than the core daytime kids segment.
As the schedule does not specify the exact film titles, it is likely that the lineup will include Dragon Ball movies previously aired on the channel during 2023–2024, including television specials. Given the 9-day programming window, the marathon is expected to feature a mix of films that have already had television broadcasts and titles that were not aired during that period, potentially presented with new dubs. Additionally, the lineup may include a television premiere, most likely Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero or Dragon Ball Super: Broly.
Dragon Ball Z Movies
| Dec 22, Monday |
 Fusion Reborn
Goku and Vegeta fuse to defeat the evil Janemba who is causing chaos in the afterlife.
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10:30 PM | HindiTamil TeluguKannada Malayalam |
| Dec 23, Tuesday |
 Bojack Unbound
Gohan must defend the Earth against Bojack and his galactic pirates during the Intergalactic World Tournament.
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10:30 PM | HindiTamil TeluguKannada Malayalam |
| Dec 24, Wednesday |
 Bardock: The Father of Goku TV Special
The story of Bardock, Goku’s father, and his rebellion against Frieza on the eve of Planet Vegeta’s destruction.
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10:30 PM | HindiTamil TeluguKannada Malayalam |
| Dec 25, Thursday |
 Wrath of the Dragon
Goku and his friends must stop the ancient monster Hirudegarn awakened by the mysterious Tapion.
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10:30 PM | HindiTamil TeluguKannada Malayalam |
| Dec 26, Friday |
 Broly: The Legendary Super Saiyan
Goku faces Broly, the Legendary Super Saiyan, who seeks vengeance against the Saiyan prince Vegeta.
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10:30 PM | HindiTamil TeluguKannada Malayalam |
| Dec 29, Monday |
 Cooler’s Revenge
Cooler, Frieza’s brother, arrives on Earth seeking revenge against Goku for defeating Frieza.
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10:30 PM | HindiTamil TeluguKannada Malayalam |
| Dec 30, Tuesday |
 Return of Cooler
Cooler returns as a cyborg and teams up with the Big Gete Star to drain the energy from New Namek.
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10:30 PM | HindiTamil TeluguKannada Malayalam |
| Dec 31, Wednesday |
 The History of Trunks TV Special
Future Trunks’ tragic story as he fights the Androids in a post-apocalyptic timeline after Goku’s death.
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10:30 PM | HindiTamil TeluguKannada Malayalam |
| Jan 1, Thursday |
 Super Android 13
Goku, Vegeta, and Trunks battle against the powerful Androids 13, 14, and 15 created by Dr. Gero.
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10:30 PM | HindiTamil TeluguKannada Malayalam |
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