Comic Con India Kicks Off 13th Edition in Hyderabad on October 31

Comic Con India is set to return bigger than ever for its 13th edition, with Hyderabad hosting the first leg of the 2025-26 season from October 31 to November 2. Fans can look forward to a packed three-day event featuring global celebrity guests, high-energy cosplay competitions, interactive fan zones, exclusive merchandise launches, and much more.

The Hyderabad edition will transform into a pop culture playground, with Q&A panels, gaming zones, music performances, and stand-up comedy adding to the entertainment mix. Cosplayers from all over India and abroad will showcase their creativity on stage, while exclusive pop culture and fandom merchandise will be available for collectors. This year, the event will be exclusively ticketed through District by Zomato.

“We are excited to announce the beginning of another chapter of Comic Con India with Hyderabad being the first host city,” said Akshat Rathee, Co-founder and MD of NODWIN Gaming. “We are bringing the best line-up of celebrities and guests to each city, tailored to match the unique interests and passions of their audience. From global pop culture icons to India’s most passionate cosplay community, from thrilling esports battles to exclusive panels and launches — Comic Con India 2025-2026 will truly be a celebration of everything fans love.”

The choice of Hyderabad as the launch city comes after the resounding success of last year’s edition, which attracted over 40,000 attendees. It brought together gamers, creators, and pop culture fans for an immersive weekend of entertainment. The 2025 edition aims to surpass that milestone, delivering deeper and more interactive experiences for attendees.

“Hyderabad has rapidly evolved into one of India’s most dynamic cultural and creative hubs,” said Shefali Johnson, CEO of Comic Con India. “With its thriving tech sector, youthful and enthusiastic audience, and growing appetite for global pop culture, the city is the perfect launchpad for our grandest season yet.”

From meet-and-greet sessions with global content creators to live music, comedy, esports showcases, and exclusive comic book releases, organisers promise that Comic Con India’s 13th edition will set a new benchmark for fan engagement. Following Hyderabad, the event will travel to multiple cities across the country, with each stop promising its own unique blend of international and local pop culture magic.