Ronaldo to appear as animated character in superhero cartoon

Cristiano Ronaldo is considered as a superhuman on the pitch as he often pulls off what no one else can imagine. Turns out superhuman Ronaldo will be starring as a superhero in a cartoon called Striker Force 7.

After speculations appeared that he will produce a football drama series, the goal machine is set to create his own entertainment property in which he will appear as an animated superhero in a cartoon named Striker Force 7. The animation will be shown in publishing, comics, gaming and digital content, AS reported.

“In the same way football connects cultures and people around the world, I believe great animated characters and heroes can do the same and that’s why I am excited to bring together these passions of football and superheroes through this project and share it with my fans” Ronaldo told Deadline.

Ronaldo will partner up with animation producer Graphic India and mobile digital marketing and content management company VMS Communications to create the cartoon series.

“Cristiano Ronaldo has inspired millions of people around the world with his dedication, work-ethic and all-around epic game playing. CR7 is a real-life superhero to a generation and this new series will bring together a global team of characters from our world and others, that are representative of the diversity of his millions of fans,” co-founder of Graphic India Sharad Devarajan said.

A release date for the cartoon series is yet to be announced.

(Source: AS)