In the crowd of Nagraj, Doga, and Dhruv, there was a character who was different, calmer, and scarier—he was ‘Anthony’. Anthony was not a living superhero, but a ‘living dead man’ who rose from his grave in the silence of the night and fought against oppression. Comics’ jugalbandi ‘Do Gaj Zameen’ and ‘Murda Parking’, published in the year 1998, are counted among the most memorable stories of the Anthony series. This story, prepared under the guidance of writers Tarun Kumar Wahi and Sanjay Gupta, is not just a fight between a superhero and a villain, but also brings out the cruel and greedy face of society, where human lust reaches even the cemeteries. In this blog, we will relive the memories of the period when the term ‘Murda Parking’ created fear in the hearts of readers.
That dark chapter of Raj Comics: When Anthony showed that justice remains alive even after death
The story begins with a very serious and thought-provoking question: what does a person need after death? The answer is ‘two yards of land’. But in this story, these two yards of land become the biggest problem. The city’s cemeteries are taken over by a cynical criminal named ‘Bhanja’ and his gang ‘Cobra’. He has started a business which he calls ‘Murda Parking’. Their rule is simple and soul-shattering—if you have to bury the body of one of your relatives, you will have to pay huge ‘parking fees’. The idea itself is so scary that the reader immediately becomes emotionally attached to the story. How could Anthony, himself a corpse and the keeper of the peace of the dead, bear this injustice? This is where a dreadful journey begins, which connects the world above and below the ground.
Dead bodies deal for ‘two yards of land’: What was that disgusting ‘Murda Parking’ business of Bhanja?
Bhanja’s ‘Murda Parking’ business was not just a way of earning money, but also a mockery of the helplessness of the common man. The story shows how poor people wander from door to door carrying the dead bodies of their loved ones because they do not have the money to pay Bhanja. Even the church priest and the police administration appear helpless in the face of Bhanja’s terror. Bhanja claims that he has taken the contract for the maintenance of cemeteries from the government, and under this legal guise, he is dealing in dead bodies. This plot also strongly attacks today’s mafia rule and corruption.
When Anthony intervenes in this case, he realizes that he is not just fighting goons, but a mindset that has forgotten to honor even death.
Innocent face and evil mind: Who was that ‘Bhanja’ who stopped even Anthony’s ‘cold fire’?
A villain like Bhanja has hardly been seen again in the history of Raj Comics. Usually, villains are scary and heavy-bodied, but Bhanja, despite being a grown man, wears clothes like a small child. He wears half pants, socks on his feet, and bibs hanging around his neck. His language is also childlike, and he remembers his ‘Chanda Mama’ in everything. But behind this innocent face lies a very cruel and crazy mind.
Bhanja’s biggest strength is his control over gravity. He can toss anything into the air or turn it into debris with the gesture of his finger. This power is directly related to the rays of the moon. Anthony’s ‘cold fire’ also cannot break Bhanja’s invisible protective wall, making Anthony feel weak for the first time.
Gravity Power vs. Magic Rope: When the spiritual contest between superhero and psycho-killer broke out in the cemetery
When Anthony and Bhanja first come face to face, the atmosphere in the cemetery becomes like a horror movie. Anthony uses his magic rope and cold fire, but Bhanja throws Anthony into the air like a toy with his ‘gravity power’. This battle was not just about physical strength, but also about the source of their powers. Anthony realizes that as long as the moon is shining in the sky, it is almost impossible to defeat Bhanja.
The way Bhanja attacks Anthony while singing a childish lullaby creates a strange unease in the minds of readers. “Chanda mama distant, cook pue…” This lullaby became as haunting for the readers as it once was cute for children after this comic.
Inspector History’s helplessness: When the law was bound and oppression turned the cemetery into hell
The character of Inspector History in the story shows the helplessness of the law. He is a brave officer, but even he cannot stand for long against Bhanja’s supernatural powers. The way Bhanja made Inspector History ‘murda’ (blind) by pulling up his eyeballs during a fight in a restaurant, that scene is counted among the cruelest scenes in Raj Comics. This attack by Bhanja was enough to show that he could go to any extent. This defeat of the police deepens the atmosphere of fear in the city, and people start feeling that now only Anthony can save them from this devil. This subplot further increases the tension of the story.
The Power of the Moon and the Mystery of the Moon Stone: How Anthony broke Bhanja’s invisible wall
It was not in Anthony’s nature to accept defeat. He returns to his grave to find out the source of Bhanja’s strength. He learns that Bhanja’s gravity power depends on the moon’s rays. To stop this power, Anthony takes the help of the ‘Moon Stone’ (Chandrakant Mani). He wears five rings on his fingers that can eliminate the Moon’s gravitational influence. It symbolizes Anthony’s wisdom and refusal to accept defeat.
When they fight again, Bhanja cannot believe that his powers have become ineffective. This smart move by Anthony becomes the turning point of the story, and from here readers begin expecting Anthony’s victory.
The most eccentric villain in history: Why Bhanja, who talks to Chanda Mama, is such a scary character
Bhanja’s past (backstory) reveals where his obsession came from. In his childhood, he insisted that his mother bring Chanda Mama closer to him. This obsession led him onto the path of sadhana and yoga, from where he learned the art of gravity control. But in his desire to gain this power, he did not even care about his mother’s feelings or her life. The character of Bhanja reminds us how dangerous incomplete knowledge and madness together can make a person. The childishness seen in his actions is actually part of his mental imbalance, and this is what makes him scarier than an ordinary villain.
Those memories from the 90s: Why reading ‘Murda Parking’ still gives goosebumps today
In terms of creativity, ‘Do Gaj Zameen’ and ‘Murda Parking’ are great examples. The way artists Suresh Deegawal and Neeraj Verma created the darkness of the night, the graves, and Anthony’s shining eyes looks amazing even in today’s digital era. The choice of colors and the detailing of the scenery take readers into that scary world. The dialogues are so effective that they directly touch the heart. Presenting a different and frightening concept like ‘Murda Parking’ was a victory for the creative thinking of Sanjay Gupta and his team. This is the reason why, even today after two decades, old readers become emotional while remembering this story.
Prince’s scream and Anthony’s anger: When a raven saved the holy grave of its dead master
Anthony’s faithful companion ‘Prince’ (a raven) appears in this story not just as a bird, but as Anthony’s second eye and protector. When Bhanja plans to dig up Anthony’s grave and harass his wife Julie, Prince confronts Bhanja and his goons without caring for his own life. Prince’s harsh cries make the horror atmosphere of this comic even scarier. Anthony and Prince’s relationship shows how much loyalty and love mean even to a ‘living dead’. It is only with Prince’s help that Anthony learns about Bhanja’s whereabouts and tricks.
That suspenseful climax: Is Bhanja really finished, or is the danger still alive beneath the grave?
The ending of the story feels no less than a Bollywood thriller. Anthony buries Bhanja in his own grave through ‘Murda Parking’. He makes him feel the same helplessness that he inflicted upon the people of the city. But as soon as Anthony leaves the grave, Bhanja’s devilish smile makes it clear that the game is not over yet. He has made a small opening inside the grave so that the moon’s rays can reach him. This open ending leaves readers excited for the next story. One specialty of Raj Comics was that they never allowed the villain to end so easily, because of which the superhero’s struggle continued for a long time.
Conclusion: Why every comics lover should have this Anthony saga in their collection
This jugalbandi of ‘Do Gaj Zameen’ and ‘Murda Parking’ is such an important part of the golden era of Raj Comics that every comics lover should read it at least once. This story teaches that no matter how unique and powerful evil may be, even a single person following the path of truth can make it kneel. Anthony’s character reminds us of the blurred relationship between death and justice, where the body dies but karma always remains alive. If you want to relive that magical 90s feeling, this creepy battle between Anthony and Bhanja is made for you. Read it and realize how the search for ‘Do Gaj Zameen’ became a superhero’s biggest challenge.
