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Marvel returns, Johnny Depp surprises, Ramayana team brings India to stage: An eventful beginning to 2026 Comic Con

Marvel returns, Johnny Depp surprises, Ramayana team brings India to stage: An eventful beginning to 2026 Comic Con

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The world’s biggest celebration of cinema and pop culture, the San Diego Comic Con, began on Thursday with a few notable comebacks and a handful of global debuts. And even as global titles sought for airwaves, it was the return of Marvel Studios that anyone could talk about. Nitesh Tiwari, Yash, Ranbir Kapoor and Namit Malhotra attend the Ramayana press line during 2026 Comic-Con International: San Diego at Hilton Bayfront on July 23, 2026 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP) Marvel returns to Hall H The studio skipped last year’s event, but will be back at the coveted Hall H on Saturday to promote Avengers: Doomsday, which is slated to premiere in December. The Russo Brothers film is Marvel’s first big tentpole production since Avengers: Endgame in 2019, bringing together heroes and villains from X-Men, the Avengers, Black Panther and the Fantastic Four to duke it out once more. Marvel’s presentation, which may see the return of big names …

Amar Chitra Katha set to launch HAL comic book

Amar Chitra Katha set to launch HAL comic book

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Lovers of India’s iconic comic book series, Amar Chitra Katha (ACK), may be surprised by the protagonist in the new title launching next month—Bengaluru-based aircraft maker Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Known for bringing gods, kings and national icons to life, ACK has been commissioned by HAL to tell its story— HAL: The Force Behind the Forces, as part of a larger outreach, people familiar with the matter said. India News “Generations of Indians grew up on ACK comics, which still have a cult base. HAL is India’s aviation story, and hopefully it will now reach and guide a new generation of readers,” said one of the persons cited above. The comic book chronicles the full arc of HAL’s 86-year journey and its pivotal role in shaping Indian aviation, from assembling its first aircraft, the American Harlow PC-5A, to developing the first indigenous fighter, the HF-24 Marut, and manufacturing aircraft such as the MiG-21 and Sukhoi-30 in India. The cover showcases crisp illustrations of HAL’s Prachand light combat helicopter (LCH), HTT-40 trainer, Dhruv advanced light helicopter, …

Amar Chitra Katha’s next comic to celebrate Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s aviation milestones

Amar Chitra Katha’s next comic to celebrate Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s aviation milestones

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Lovers of India’s iconic comic book series, Amar Chitra Katha (ACK), may be surprised by the protagonist in the new title launching next month—Bengaluru-based aircraft maker Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Known for bringing gods, kings and national icons to life, ACK has been commissioned by HAL to tell its story— HAL: The Force Behind the Forces, as part of a larger outreach, people familiar with the matter said. India’s aviation story gets the Amar Chitra Katha treatment with new HAL comic. (HT) “Generations of Indians grew up on ACK comics, which still have a cult base. HAL is India’s aviation story, and hopefully it will now reach and guide a new generation of readers,” said one of the persons cited above. The comic book chronicles the full arc of HAL’s 86-year journey and its pivotal role in shaping Indian aviation, from assembling its first aircraft, the American Harlow PC-5A, to developing the first indigenous fighter, the HF-24 Marut, and manufacturing aircraft such as the MiG-21 and Sukhoi-30 in India. Cover highlights HAL’s aviation milestones The …

How Norway’s 1998 upset win over Brazil inspired a comic opera

How Norway’s 1998 upset win over Brazil inspired a comic opera

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4 min readJul 5, 2026 12:11 PM IST When Norway beat Brazil at 1998 World Cup, writer and satirist Are Kalvø zeroed in on one iconic image from the game. The famous frame showed a very skinny Tore André Flo of Norway trying to break free from a stocky Brazilian Junior Baiano. In the grainy photograph Flo was agape, eyes flailing as Baiano held his shirt from behind like a leash. The referee would award Norway a penalty that would give them a historic 2-1 win over the multiple World Champions. It was pure theatre and Kalvø was inspired. Years later, in 2012, he turned the moment into a comic opera called ‘Norge – Brasil, an opera’. It would get nominated for that year’s Hedda Awards for Best Production. As the two teams meet once again at this World Cup in the round of 16, the opera is reviving memories – and reminding Brazil that Norway are unconquered by them yet. They have never beaten them, even in friendlies. Brazil might not find it funny …

Farhad Samji recalls Sridevi, Madhuri Dixit, Juhi Chawla’s comic legacy, says ‘girls should get chance to show their talent’

Farhad Samji recalls Sridevi, Madhuri Dixit, Juhi Chawla’s comic legacy, says ‘girls should get chance to show their talent’

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Writer and director Farhad Samji has weighed in on the conversation around opportunities for women in comic roles, saying that Bollywood has previously seen actresses deliver memorable comedic performances and that the industry should create more such opportunities today. Reflecting on the legacy of female-led comedy, Samji told ANI, “In the earlier times, actresses like Madhuri Dixit, Sridevi, and Juhi Chawla used do comedy and would do it very well.” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Raveena Tandon says women in Bollywood comedies are reduced to glamorous catalysts: ‘Heroine comic tracks have shrunk’

Raveena Tandon says women in Bollywood comedies are reduced to glamorous catalysts: ‘Heroine comic tracks have shrunk’

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In the 90s, Raveena Tandon starred in some of the most iconic comedies of Hindi cinema, be it Dulhe Raja, Pardesi Babu, or Andaz Apna Apna. The actor returned to the genre with Welcome to the Jungle, the multi-starrer that released in theatres last week. However, as the film receives criticism for not giving many of its female characters much to do, Raveena has admitted that female actors have been reduced to ‘glamorous catalysts’ in Bollywood comedies. Raveena Tandon with Disha Patani and Jacqueline Fernandez on the sets of Welcome to the Jungle. Raveena Tandon on women in comedies In an interaction with PTI, Raveena spoke about how Sridevi paved the way for female stars in comedy, calling her the ultimate “gold standard” for female comic performances in Indian cinema. “What she did in Mr India, the whole Hawa Hawai sequence, Charlie Chaplin act and Chaal Baaz was sheer genius. She proved that a mainstream, gorgeous heroine could twist her face, be utterly goofy, do slapstick, and still look absolutely mesmerising,” Raveena said. The actor …

Sumukhi Suresh on The Royals 2, risks of comedy today: I am already offending men by being a female comic on stage

Sumukhi Suresh on The Royals 2, risks of comedy today: I am already offending men by being a female comic on stage

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Sumukhi Suresh recently added an achievement to her repertoire last month as she was the sole Indian female comic in the global music festival, Netflix Is A Joke, lineup in Los Angeles. Talking to us, the actor-comedian talks about representing Indian comedy scene on world stage, saying, “People don’t get it, but it is such a big validation for a comedian. It’s very good for me as an artiste to move ahead. Platforms like these challenge your voice to see if you can entertain an audience which is not from your own diaspora. But making people from the Indian diaspora is the best. Ghar ki murgi dal barabar wala scene nahin hona chahiye.” Sumukhi Suresh (Photo: Instagram) While comedy in today’s time has become quite risky, Sumukhi Suresh stays away from making political jokes. Ask her if it’s deliberate and she says, “It may be subconsciously deliberate that the content I make turns out to be anecdotal, but comedy from a female comic is already politicised people. There is politics to it, and the fact …

Varun Dhawan’s comic caper is more exhausting than entertaining

Varun Dhawan’s comic caper is more exhausting than entertaining

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For over three decades, David Dhawan has been synonymous with loud, unabashed entertainers packed with slapstick humour. Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai marks his fourth outing with Varun Dhawan, once again placing the actor at the centre of a chaotic romantic predicament. Does it manage to raise laughs or fail in its endeavour? Let’s analyse. Storyline Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai follows the complicated romantic journey of Jaswinder “Jass” (Varun Dhawan), a passionate wedding photographer whose life takes an unexpected turn after meeting Bani (Mrunal Thakur) during a wedding assignment. After getting inebriated, they confess their love for each other and get married. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Unrivalled GOAT of comedy: Why it’s almost impossible to match Urvashi’s comic brilliance | Malayalam News

Unrivalled GOAT of comedy: Why it’s almost impossible to match Urvashi’s comic brilliance | Malayalam News

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As an introductory note, let me say this: this article isn’t penned with the aim of ascertaining if Urvashi is a GOAT. There’s no debate there. When discussing her, every tongue familiar with her work will avow that Urvashi is a GOAT; perhaps one of the very, very few GOATs among the GOATs in Indian cinema. This article is rather a panegyric — an ode, maybe — on her brilliance in comedic roles. Let’s go… Second innings can be brutal, particularly for actors. Although there may be hype surrounding their comeback project, if they don’t knock it out of the park or at least maintain the same brilliance (if they ever had any) that they did right before taking a hiatus, the audience might write them off soon enough. What makes it even tougher for actors is that, during their time away, the art and craft of acting can undergo significant changes, and the audience might adapt to this new style and grow to like it. Thus, if they return with the same set of …

A multiverse of cosplayers takeover Mumbai Comic con Day one

A multiverse of cosplayers takeover Mumbai Comic con Day one

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Mumbai Comic Con 2026 kicked off on a high note at the Jio World Convention Centre, BKC, on Saturday, drawing massive crowds of anime lovers, gamers, comic-book readers and cosplay enthusiasts from across the city. Long queues formed outside the venue from early morning as fans arrived dressed as some of pop culture’s most popular characters. A multiverse of cosplayers takeover Mumbai Comic con Day one Cosplay remained one of the biggest highlights on day one, with attendees dressed as Deadpool, Spider-Man, Naruto Uzumaki, Gojo Satoru, Luffy, Tanjiro Kamado, Batman and Harley Quinn, among others. Elaborate anime and gaming-inspired looks dominated the convention floor, with fans stopping cosplayers for photos and videos throughout the day. A cosplay inspired by Godfrey from Elden Ring also emerged as one of the most talked-about looks at the event. The convention saw packed crowds across gaming zones, anime booths, creator panels and merchandise stalls. The event also featured well-known artists speaking about gaming and voice-over art, including a Solo Leveling session with Japanese voice actor Taito Ban, producer Atsushi …