Buckle up, Kochi! Comic Con is finally coming to the city. After years of waiting, comic book and cosplay enthusiasts of Kerala can rejoice as Kochi will host its first-ever Comic Con. This maiden edition promises a pop-culture extravaganza on February 28 and March 1 at Adlux International Convention Centre in Angamaly.
The Kochi Comic Con will bring together global icons and Indian talent to Kerala’s doorstep. The headlining guest for the event is the acclaimed Archie Comics artist Dan Parent. He is known for crossovers such as ‘Archie vs. Sharknado’ and ‘Archie Meets Batman ‘66’
The two-day event will also see 19 Indian creators, including Savio Mascarenhas from Amar Chitra Katha, Vivek Goel of Holy Cow Entertainment and Rajesh Nagulakonda, whose illustrations have shaped over 150 murals in Ayodhya. Famous illustrators such as award-winner Abhijeet Kini, Amrit Pal Singh, global visual artist and 3D illustrator known for Toy Faces and The Adventures of the Toy Maker, and Saumin Patel, illustrator of Agent Vinod – The Jungfrau Encounter, Bahubali – Battle of the Bold, will be present at the mega event.
To pump up the vibe, the venue will be packed with performances by hip-hop pioneers MHR, blending Malabari roots with EDM, and Malayalam hip-hop artist Joker, who is recognised for his role in blending traditional Kerala cultural elements with modern rap. Other line-ups include Purple Line, an alternative R&B, hip-hop, and funk duo known for groove-driven music, and Geek Fruit, a comedy collective blending music, humour, and pop culture sketches. Stand-up comedians Rohan Joshi, Gautham Govindan, and popular act Nirmal Pillai will deliver laughs.
Those hoping to add to their existing comic books and rare collectables can go to town at the venue, as the show floor will be packed with merchandise, collectables, and pop-culture apparel. Anime and gaming enthusiasts can also indulge in the interactive experience at venues such as the Maruti Suzuki Arena Zone for high-energy brand activations, the Crunchyroll Zone catering to the city’s massive anime community, and the NODWIN Gaming Arena.
Passes are available via the District App. Ticket Price:
Rs 899/- (single-day entry). The event will be open to the public with valid passes from 11 am to 8 pm on both days.
For more details, visit: comicconindia.com