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Rasipuram Krishnaswamy Laxman, known as R.K. Laxman, was an Indian cartoonist who created the comic strip ‘You Said It,’ featuring the character ‘Common Man’ – a silent observer representing the common Indian citizen. The comic strip addressed the hopes, aspirations, and challenges in the lives of ordinary Indians. The character became immensely beloved among the Indian public and entertained generations over the past few decades. Laxman’s attraction to drawing began early, as he started doodling on the floors and walls of his home. His interest in drawing quickly turned into a passion, and he filled every available space in his…

In the 1990s, after witnessing a thriving market for comics, several comic companies entered the market. Some conducted research on comic subjects, while others jumped into the comic-making fray without much preparation, using it as an easy way to make money. Some companies even copied foreign superheroes, giving them Indian names like Baj, Rudraal, and Shaktiputra. They not only copied the heroes but also replicated their villains. This led to legal disputes, such as the case involving Nagraj, whose copy named Nagesh faced legal action. Comic publishers started strong, but soon realized that Indian children were not interested, and some…

Anthony Gunjalwage, a musician who aspired to create tunes that would captivate the hearts of the world, and whose melodies would forever reside in the souls of people. However, no one could deter Anthony, for he dreamt of becoming a massive star without succumbing to the allure of money and fame without hard work. But his dream was cut short by a group of criminals who took his life, and his melodies were presented under their name. They say that those who die with unfulfilled desires wander eternally, and perhaps that’s why Anthony’s soul returned to seek justice for his…

In the year 2000, a Hollywood film arrived featuring a renowned dialogue that said, ‘A hero is incomplete without a villain.’ It was a small but intriguing statement that captured everyone’s attention. The effectiveness of a villain can be measured through two aspects: one, their popularity among comic book fans, and two, the significance of their existence in relation to the hero, standing against them. It wouldn’t be far-fetched to say that a hero is only as good as their villain. In the realm of Kalpahelia-Raj comics, there is one of the most charismatic villains. He doesn’t wear a mask,…

Nagdant – An adversary of Nagraj possessing powers akin to Nagraj’s own, because both are creations of the same Professor Nagmani. Initially, we saw Nagraj and Nagdant in similar light. However, over time, we discovered that NagRaj wasn’t Nagmani’s creation. Instead, his parents were the King and Queen of Nag Nagar, and due to Lord Dev Kaljayi’s blessings, he was born. But when NagRaj turned against Nagmani, Nagdant set out on a quest to find an extraordinary serpent-human being. He possessed Nagraj’s blood and hid it. His search led him to China, and through serpent world contacts, he found a haven inhabited by rare…

It is said that the Mamba snake does not fear water even after being bitten. However, in this world, there is a terrifying human for whom the venom of this extremely poisonous snake is nothing compared to something lighter than intoxication. The one who dares to cross the path of this dreadful person never survives. In the criminal world, this fearless emperor is known by a single name, Grand Master Robo. These lines depict the first page of the ‘Grand Master Robo’ comic, revealing the ferocity of Grand Master Robo as soon as the page is turned. Grand Master Robo’s…

In the ever-evolving narrative of Super Commando Dhruv, a new adversary emerges – Mahamanav, the pinnacle of human development and a force to be reckoned with. Possessing extraordinary mental powers, Mahamanav ranks among the top 10 villains challenging Dhruv’s might, standing out for his independence and age that predates humanity itself. Hailing from the time of dinosaurs, Mahamanav’s existence spans over two billion years, predating the evolution of humans. During the era of his origin, Earth experienced a different climate, with a brighter sun and a thinner atmosphere, fostering the evolution of life. Originating as a single cell, Mahamanav’s journey…

In the vast expanse of Earth’s galaxy, there exists a planet called ‘Hypna,’ housing a mighty kingdom named Proka. The ruler of Proka, King Toskar, was just and caring towards his subjects. However, his brother-in-law, Kaskor, driven by greed for power, harbored ambitions of seizing the throne. Succumbing to his desires, Kaskor poisoned the king, and only the royal Mesmer could provide a cure. Exploiting this knowledge, Kaskor sought the help of his ruthless friend Dakor and had Mesmer assassinated on the way to the royal palace. Subsequently, Dakor visited Mesmer’s dwelling, where he mercilessly killed his sons, Meetan and…

Nagraj has quite a few enemies, some external, and some internal, like Nagpasha. Initially, Nagraj used to confront his societal enemies within their own country and homes, but ever since he turned the metropolis into his home, his enemies started infiltrating the city to get to him. Some are old adversaries, while some are new, like Julu. Julu was born in a tribe in South Africa. His father was the Ojha of the tribe and a practitioner of tantric rituals. Julu, particularly intrigued by voodoo magic from childhood, specialized in the art of Voodoo. Voodoo is a form of tantra…

The Spiderman movie has a famous line, “great power comes with great responsibility.” This means that having significant power also brings a significant responsibility. However, in comics, there are heroes who don’t possess any superpowers but still strive to fulfill their responsibilities. Even if they get injured, to the extent of risking their lives, they emerge to protect people. Whether it’s Raj Comics’ super commando Dhruv, Doga, or Radha Comics’ Mahakal, DC Comics’ Batman, or Marvel Comics’ The Punisher and Daredevil. One such character is Sikandar, created by Manoj Comics. Sikandar, a regular boy from Jamnagar, whose father was a…