"The Legend of Buddha" is a 2004 Indian animated film directed by Shamboo Falke. It narrates the story of Prince Siddhartha Gautama, who renounces his kingdom and worldly life to seek enlightenment and eventually becomes the spiritual leader, Buddha. This 2D animated film was India’s submission for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature at the 77th Academy Awards; however, it did not receive a nomination. This film, which combines storytelling through animation with a reflection of cultural history, stands out as a major contribution to Indian animated filmmaking.