Capes, cosplay and fandom take over Kolkata comic con

Capes fluttered and swords clashed as a wave of pop culture spilled into a buzzing arena over the weekend. The second edition of Comic Con returned to the city, with Scorpion and Noob Saibot stepping out of Mortal Kombat, Power Rangers striking heroic poses, Barbie bringing her signature glam, and Hiromi Higuruma’s intensity meeting Jack Sparrow’s swagger. High-energy performances, immersive stalls, virtual gaming zones and fan showcases blurred the line between spectator and spectacle. Movie-themed experiences added to the thrill, making it a vibrant celebration of fandom.

Crafting characters, owning the stage

• Participants spent months crafting detailed costumes, from armour builds to intricate makeup
• Many stayed in character throughout the event, recreating iconic poses and dialogues
• DIY innovation stood out, with thrifted finds and everyday materials transformed into striking, character-perfect looks
• Group cosplays added drama, recreating scenes from films, comics, and anime
• Contestants competed for top honours, including a chance to represent India at the World Cosplay Summit
  A group of participants dressed as anime characters
  I’m a huge comic book buff, so being here, seeing so many characters come to life, meeting fellow fans, and just soaking in the vibe feels amazing – Adrita Banerjee, an attendee
  I created this Medusa outfit from scratch and chose the character as a symbol of women’s empowerment– Rupsha Sarkar, a participant
  Pracheta Banerjee
  I cosplayed Hime Lolita inspired by Hinana Queena. It took me about two hours to put the look together, and I did my own makeup and styling – Pracheta Banerjee, a participant
  Saurav Das and EPR Iyer collaborated for an electrifying performance

Anime, & video game characters dominated the Comic Con floorNearly 30,000 people attended the event over two daysPics: Kaustav Saikia
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