Pop-Culture universe expands, Comic Con India expands to Navi Mumbai debuting on November 28 and 29

Navi Mumbai, September 03, 2026: India’s biggest pop-culture festival is all set to take over new territories, as Comic Con expands its fandom by announcing its first ever Navi Mumbai edition scheduled for November 28 and 29 at CIDCO Exhibition & Convention Centre, Navi Mumbai. With Navi Mumbai added to the calendar, Comic Con will bring its signature mix of comics, anime, gaming, cosplay, pop culture and fandom experiences to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. 

The announcement comes shortly after Visakhapatnam (Vizag) was announced as the first city to kick off the new 2026–27 season, reinforcing NODWIN Gaming’s vision of taking Comic Con to newer audiences and emerging markets across the country. With Navi Mumbai joining the calendar, the expansion is taking the convention beyond its traditional city footprint.

Shefali Johnson, CEO, Comic Con India, said, “Navi Mumbai is evolving rapidly. We see constant efforts by the Maharashtra government to strengthen the city’s infrastructure, new industries setting up, young professionals moving in and a new generation of audiences shaping its culture. We have seen fans and cosplayers from Navi Mumbai travelling to Mumbai to be part of Comic Con, which tells us a strong and passionate community already exists in the city. Bringing Comic Con to Navi Mumbai is our way of meeting that audience where they are and giving them a platform of their own.” 

Akshat Rathee, Co-founder and Managing Director, NODWIN Gaming, said, “The city represents a new generation of urban India. It is where people from diverse backgrounds and cultures have come together to build new communities while embracing new experiences and ideas. We have seen the city’s cosplay and pop-culture community steadily grow, with local initiatives, community groups and regional events creating stronger connections with the wider Mumbai metropolitan region. Comic Con’s entry into Navi Mumbai can bring this growing fandom community together, connecting young professionals, students, creators and pop-culture enthusiasts through their shared love for stories, characters and self-expression. We look forward to seeing Navi Mumbai bring its own energy to Comic Con, from fans expressing themselves and adding their unique perspectives, making this a celebration distinctly of Navi Mumbai.”

The debut edition will bring Navi Mumbai an action-packed celebration of pop culture, with something for every kind of fan. From high-energy live performances and gaming zones to creator interactions, cosplay showcases, exclusive merchandise and immersive brand experiences, fans can expect a full weekend of entertainment, fandom and experiences. 

Navi Mumbai’s growing young and cosmopolitan audience makes it a natural fit for Comic Con India, offering fans an exciting new destination to enjoy a fun-filled weekend of pop culture, entertainment and shared experiences with friends and loved ones. 

Event: Navi Mumbai Comic Con 2026

Venue: CIDCO Exhibition & Convention Centre, Navi Mumbai

Time: 11am

Tickets are now available on: https://bit.ly/4qOhArG

Website: www.comicconindia.com

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About Comic Con India:

Comic Con India, acquired by NODWIN Gaming, the biggest celebration of pop culture across the subcontinent. With numerous events hosted throughout India, drawing in over 200,000 enthusiasts and amassing a collective digital reach exceeding 330 million, it unites diverse fandoms spanning comics, collectibles, merchandise, anime, cosplay, television, film, gaming, and beyond. 

Comic Con India has played a pivotal role in shaping how young India engages with both global and homegrown pop culture. It continues to celebrate a wide range of interests, including comics, anime, television, film, and gaming. By featuring iconic international brands such as DC Comics and Marvel alongside leading creators from the Indian comic book industry, Comic Con brings together diverse cultures and showcases the best of pop culture from India and around the world.

About NODWIN Gaming:

NODWIN Gaming, a leader in new-age youth entertainment, gaming, and esports, holds a significant position in the global gaming and esports industry in emerging markets. Since its inception in 2014 by Akshat Rathee and Gautam Virk, NODWIN has established a global presence in regions such as Taiwan, South Asia, Singapore, the Middle East, Central Asia. The company’s business centres around building and monetising global youth access through pop culture, gaming, esports, live events and content through IPs such as Leagues, Tournaments, Reality shows. It engages with Artists, Content creators, professional esports athletes, teams. Notable investors include Founders investment vehicle Good Game Investments, Nazara Technologies (BSE: NAZARA), KRAFTON Inc, Sony Group Corporation and JetSynthesys. A key focus for NODWIN Gaming is the expertise in the global south and the timeshare of mindshare of the global youth on mobiles. NODWIN has established a dominant position worldwide in this space. By catering to the youth demographic, NODWIN is expanding its Total Addressable Market (TAM) by becoming increasingly relevant in the rapidly evolving digital entertainment landscape. Their diverse range of intellectual properties that engages the youth spans esports, gaming, pop culture, music, and comedy. This strategic expansion and cultivation of new intellectual properties are crucial to NODWIN’s aim of maintaining a significant role in the global youth media, gaming and esports Arena​s.

For more information, visit www.nodwingaming.com