[2] Shambu is a cowardly and lazy shikari (hunter) whom the rest of the world perceives as courageous.

He is shown wearing a large pith helmet that completely covers his face and green shorts and a shirt.

Their biggest rival that time was another children magazine named Target, run by Living Media.

Their flagship character that time was Detective Moochhwala (Hindi for "the man with a mustache") by Ajit Ninan.

They decided to base this new character on a boastful but cowardly big game hunter in the then famous television drama, I Love Lucy.

But, contrary to the name, the creators ensured that Shambu never would shoot or kill any animal in any of its episodes.

[4] One of the reasons for the popularity of Shikari Shambu, was due to the comical illustrations of the artist, Vasant Halbe.

Once he was confirmed officially as the artist for the series, he showcased his character sketches, of which a drawing of Shikari with his Topi (hat) pulled down over his eyes, caught everyone's attention.

The reoccurring characters of Little Shambu are Manu Kaka, Panda Thieves, The teacher, The School Watchman, Prof. Y. Russ, Lakshmi, the Temple Elephant, Kondiah, etc.