After his parents die, Mowgli is raised by the wolf pack of the Seeonee Forest, led by Akela, with the help of other wild animals such as the panther Bagheera and the bear Baloo. Throughout his journey, the young boy encounters heartwarming, bittersweet, and life‑threatening adventures as he searches for his true purpose. Among the many dangers he faces is the man‑eating tiger Shere Khan.