Comic Con India, the country’s largest pop culture festival, will launch its 13th edition in Hyderabad from October 31 to November 2, 2025 at the HITEX Exhibition Centre. The three-day event promises an action-packed start to the 2025–26 season, exclusively ticketed via District by Zomato.
Fans can expect global celebrity guests, vibrant cosplay competitions, exclusive merchandise launches, Q&A panels, esports tournaments, anime showcases, and immersive fan zones. The line-up will also feature live music, stand-up comedy, and meet-and-greets with top content creators.
Akshat Rathee, Co-founder and MD of NODWIN Gaming, said the event will be tailored to the unique interests of each host city. “From global pop culture icons to India’s most passionate cosplay community, Comic Con India 2025–26 will be a celebration of everything fans love,” he noted.
Last year’s Hyderabad edition saw over 40,000 attendees, making it one of the city’s biggest fan gatherings. This year’s return aims to raise the bar with a richer mix of pop culture and esports.
Shefali Johnson, CEO of Comic Con India, highlighted Hyderabad’s growing cultural influence. “With a booming tech sector, youthful energy, and a deep love for global pop culture, the city is the perfect launchpad for our grandest season yet,” she said.