Participants cosplaying at the two-day Comic Con in Bengaluru. , Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
For 51-year-old Bhuvana Raj, Comic Con is all about reliving her childhood days. “I have come here with my son and daughter. This is my second visit. I get to learn a lot of things from the youth around me.
The recently concluded Bengaluru Comic Con witnessed a massive turnout from across the city. The 12th edition of the two-day festival took place at KTPO Trade Center Whitefield, becoming the ultimate destination for comics, anime, manga, gaming and all things pop culture.
From classics like Deadpool, Superman and Batman to anime favorites like Luffy, Naruto, Chainsaw Man, Nezuko and Gogo, over 5,000 cosplayers attended the event. Fans were found showcasing Indian favorites like Chacha Choudhary and Suppandi with their costumes.
Stand-up comedian Rahul Subramaniam at Comic Con. , Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
The appearance of Mad’s Robe brought back childhood memories. He showcased his creative talent through an interactive session with comedian Rohan Joshi. Bengaluru stand-ups Rahul Subramanian, Azeen Banatwala and Pilot Gomma added a touch of humor to the programme.
Abir and his friend Snehal dressed up as characters from Heaven’s Official Blessing. , Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
For college student Abir, who was starring as the Wind Master in Heaven’s Official Blessing, reading comics was a solace. “Since my father’s job was transferable, we moved around, and I had no permanent friends. That’s when I turned to comics for escape, and that made me happy. When you come to an event like this, you realize how open the community is. You get a chance to meet a lot of like-minded people.”
“I love the unique ways people design their costumes,” said Snehal, dressed as He Juan from Heaven’s Official Blessing.
Dressed up as Raven from Teen Titans, Trina agrees that creating a costume is a daunting task. “My costume has so many elements that I had to borrow from my friends to put it together. With makeup on, it took me an hour to get ready for the event.
American comic book writer Ron Marz chatting with a fan. , Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Attendees had the chance to interact with comic book writer Ron Marz and award-winning comic book artist Jamal Igle. His presence added an international touch to the event as he shared information about his career.
With a plethora of merchandise available at the venue and stalls featuring comic books ranging from Marvel and DC to books by Indian comic writers and Japanese manga, visitors were spoiled for choice. Gaming enthusiasts were made to experience the VR setup and gaming zone.
Jatin Verma, Founder of Comic Con India, shared, “Bengaluru has always been at the epicenter of India’s pop culture movement. This 12th edition is a testament to the growing passion and love for comics, anime and all fans in the country. As we grow, we aim to maintain this momentum, creating an even bigger and more exciting experience for fans across India.”
Chennai Comic Con is scheduled for February 8 and 9, 2025.
Comic Con 2025 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Comic Con 2025 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Comic Con 2025 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Comic Con 2025 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Comic Con 2025 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Comic Con 2025 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Comic Con 2025 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
published – January 21, 2025 11:53 am IST
