COMIC CON INDIA has announced its debut in Guwahati, marking its first-ever edition in the Northeast. The maiden Guwahati Comic Con will be held on 22–23 November, bringing the celebrated pop culture festival to a brand-new audience.
“This expansion is our way of recognizing the incredible potential and passionate fandom that the region has long shown for comics, cosplay, and pop culture,” the organisers said in a release.
According to the New Horizons ranking by digital travel platform Agoda, Guwahati has emerged as India’s fastest-growing destination for international travellers, further cementing its place as an ideal choice for Comic Con’s entry into the Northeast. By fusing global fandoms with local culture, Comic Con India in Guwahati enhances the city’s reputation as a place where tradition, creativity, and modern aspirations converge.
Designed to resonate strongly with Gen Z and millennial audiences, Comic Con is a vibrant mix of global and local fandoms. From the beats of Bihu to K-pop playlists, from handwoven Mekhela Chadors to anime cosplays, Guwahati offers a rare blend of cultural authenticity and global influence.
NODWIN Gaming co-founder and MD Akshat Rathee said, “For us, bringing Comic Con to Guwahati is not just about adding a new city, it is about opening a long overdue chapter for the Northeast. You see the creative fire here everywhere, in the colours of Bihu dances, the sound of the dhol and pepa, in the handwoven elegance of a Mekhela Sador, and in the passion for comics, anime, cosplay, and gaming that fills college fests and community gatherings across the region. Guwahati has always been a cultural gateway to the Northeast, and now it becomes the stage where this imagination and energy can shine for the world to see. The region has always had a deep love for cosplay and pop culture. Every year, fans from the region have travelled across the country, standing out with their creativity, dedication, and joy at national Comic Cons. Now, for the first time, they do not need to travel to be seen. Comic Con comes to Guwahati, giving this passionate community a stage at home where their art, effort, and love for the culture can shine brighter than ever. My hope is that a young cosplayer stitching their costume late into the night, an artist sketching superheroes inspired by local legends, or a gamer practicing with friends in a cafe can walk into Guwahati Comic Con and feel: ‘this is my place, my people, my future.’ That is what makes this moment so special.”
Comic Con India CEO Shefali Johnson added, “Our expansion into Guwahati is not just about adding another city, it is about celebrating every fandom and building authentic experiences. We are committed to keeping Comic Con accessible and we want people from across the country to be able to celebrate this fandom culture. With gaming, cosplay, music, and comics at its heart, this season will resonate deeply with the energetic youth culture of the Northeast.”
