Author: ComicsBio
When the Avengers movie came out, there was no consideration among the directors to bring one of its characters, Black Widow, into a solo film. This was because previous films featuring female characters in superhero roles hadn’t fared well, whether it was Pamela Anderson playing Barb Wire in 1996, Halle Berry as Catwoman, or Jennifer Garner as Elektra. All these films were rejected by the audience, leading people to believe that a solo film for a female character was a risky venture for business, though this belief was entirely incorrect. The audience didn’t connect with the stories of these films.…
Shukraal is the superhero of the past, and why? Because Shukraal has not just taken one birth but multiple, and in each birth, he was a warrior. The creator of Shukraal comics was Tikaram Sippi, who continued to create the comics until the end. From this, it can be inferred that Shukraal’s story might have originally been a novel, adapted into comics, possibly making it India’s first comic series, known to everyone. Shukraal was published at the same time as the first Doga comics, Kafryu. Shukraal’s story unfolds across approximately 11 comics, with each comic consisting of pages 30 to…
In the vibrant world of Manoj Comics, Havaldar Bahadur emerges as a comical yet surprisingly effective police constable. Despite his foolish and cowardly demeanor, Bahadur’s escapades lead to successful encounters with thieves and criminals, making him an unconventional yet beloved comedic character. Bahadur’s character is distinctive, featuring a wiry physique, a thin mustache, and a long sword. His adventures involve a robust and assertive wife, Champakali, and a simple-minded yet strong nephew, Tund. The comics are laced with amusing titles, risqué dialogues, and a perpetually cheerful disposition that keeps readers entertained until the very end. Debuting with the comic titled…
Nagraj has numerous enemies, but he also has friends. In his quest to save humanity, he has made countless enemies, but he has also earned several friends. One such friend and ally is Bharati, the daughter of Guru Vedacharya and the granddaughter of his son Shiladitya. Vedacharya bestowed upon Bharati the knowledge of tantra and tilism, similar to what he taught Nagraj. Bharati has assisted Nagraj multiple times, often in an invisible form known as Facesless. This form, created by the mystical clothing made through various tantra mantras, allows Bharati to remain hidden and aid Nagraj in secret. Bharati is…
If King Comics were to be asked about among today’s comic fans, they might not be able to answer, but for the readers of the 90s, this name was familiar. King Comics, which came swiftly and started publishing 6 comics every month, made readers happy, but comic reviewers soon realized that its end was imminent. Because its biggest loss was on the quality of comics. While King Comics was a part of Raj Comics’ sub-division, no one knew why there was a need to open a separate comic company for popular Indian superheroes like Nagraj, Super Commando Dhruv, Doga, Parmanu,…
When comics and cartoons from foreign countries had already moved beyond, creating films based on comic book superheroes, at that time in India, comics were like a little child, learning to walk and stumbling. Diamond Comics had arrived on the scene, and characters like Chacha Chaudhary and Sabu had made their place in everyone’s minds. However, only a few categories of readers were engaged, while the rest were still waiting. It was then that Raj Comics brought Nagraj in front of the readers, and suddenly, the world of Indian comics changed. Everyone began striving to outdo each other, and some…
The reason, meaning the cause, is always behind everything. In the Ramayana, when Kaikeyi sent Ram into exile due to Manthara’s instigation, it led to the destruction of Ravana. Similarly, in the Mahabharata, when Urvashi cursed Arjuna, he faced identity issues because of that curse. Perhaps even the birth of Prachanda was for a reason. When the terror of demons increased on Earth, making it difficult for kings to protect their kingdoms, the sage Shapadeyu’s curse became the solution. Shapadeyu would come out of his cave once a year and, to test the power of his penance, he would curse…
Yogiraj is a master of the art of yoga. In Yogiraj, the task at hand is to train young recruits for a unique battalion dedicated to yoga in the Indian Army. Trikal, his favorite disciple, is deeply devoted to him. However, this story is not about Trikal. It is about a young man who appears in Yogiraj’s dreams every night, touching his feet, yet despite possessing miraculous powers, Yogiraj is unable to do anything. One day, when thugs attempt to eliminate Yogiraj, he reveals his ultimate destructive weapon before they can harm him. However, before Yogiraj can unleash his devastating…
Professor Nagmani’s full name is Professor Kautilya Nagmani. He claims to be the creator of Nagraj, the only one in the world who can bring an end to Nagraj. Nagmani’s assertion cannot be entirely dismissed because he was the one who hid Nagraj from the world, raising him for his own gains, albeit emphasizing Nagraj’s education and combat skills. In a way, he nurtured him like a son. Nagmani encountered Nagraj in his infancy while wandering in the jungle in search of venom from extraordinary serpent species. He heard a child’s cry in a deserted temple and realized that an…
The ruthless terrorist supreme commander of Afghanistan, in a bid for power, puts his grandfather, Aburrahman, behind bars and assumes control as the supreme leader of the entire country. His main source of income was supplying opium and aiding terrorists worldwide. Vice Supreme Wazib Khan, wanting to break free from the terrorist web, falls victim to a deadly attack by a Kyrgyzstan spy. Badly wounded, he witnesses the downfall of his empire, prompting him to search for his successor. However, he faces disappointment as many villains, such as Kala Paheliya, Principal, Mister Rasayan, Wonder Woman, Mechanic, Doga, Parmanu, Tiranga, Shakti,…