It is about a big fat panda named Po who wants to be a kung fu master . Set in a version of ancient China populated by anthropomorphic animals , the plot revolves around a bumbling panda named Po who aspires to be a kung fu master . When an evil kung fu warrior is foretold to escape from prison , Po is unwittingly named the chosen one destined to bring peace to the land , much to the chagrin of the resident kung fu warriors .