Hyderabad Comic Con X DreamHack India wrapped up its spectacular three-day run at Hitex Exhibition Centre, drawing over 40,000 attendees and 400+ cosplayers from October 31 to November 2. Organized by Comic Con India under NODWIN Gaming, this pop culture extravaganza delivered unforgettable experiences across comics, anime, gaming, and esports.
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Hyderabad Comic Con 2025 Highlights
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Attendance | 40,000+ visitors, 400+ cosplayers |
| Duration | October 31 – November 2, 2025 |
| Venue | Hitex Exhibition Centre, Hyderabad |
| International Guests | Mike Costa (Lucifer), J. Gonzo (TMNT artist) |
| Prize Pool | ₹1,90,000+ across tournaments |
Star-Studded Guest Lineup
The convention featured Mike Costa, writer and executive producer behind Netflix’s Lucifer, and J. Gonzo, the legendary Chicano artist known for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Ghost Rider covers. They joined 17 Indian comic artists, 9 performers, and 80+ exhibitors showcasing interactive pop culture experiences.
Gaming and Esports Action
DreamHack India celebrated its sixth anniversary with retro gaming zones, BYOD areas, and competitive tournaments. KMR YoshiKiller dominated Tekken 8, claiming ₹1,00,000, while JLQ Hallmark won Super Smash Bros for ₹40,000. The Red Bull Tetris National Finals brought additional excitement with appearances from GodLike creators Jonathan, V3nom, and Zgod.
Meet & Greet zones powered by RNT (Revenant Esports) connected fans with gaming personalities like Scout, Kaashvi, Sensei IGL, and Ghatak.
Cosplay Championship Glory
The Hyderabad Qualifiers for the Indian Championship of Cosplay 2026 crowned Pracheta Banerjee as champion. She secured ₹50,000 and will represent Hyderabad at the 2026 national finals, showcasing world-class costume craftsmanship.
Immersive Fan Experiences
Maruti Suzuki Arena engaged visitors with reflex games, while Crunchyroll’s anime playlist kept fans energized. Amar Chitra Katha offered VR story experiences, and zones for Predator Badlands and Zootopia 2 delivered unique entertainment. Live performances from Syed Bashaar, Vivek Muralidharan, Geek Fruit, and more rounded out the celebration.
Comic Con India heads to Guwahati next on November 22-23, 2025, marking its exciting Northeast expansion. For more gaming and esports coverage, visit Technosports.
FAQs
Who won the Hyderabad cosplay championship?
Pracheta Banerjee won with ₹50,000, advancing to the Indian Championship of Cosplay 2026 finals.
When is the next Comic Con India event?
The Guwahati edition debuts November 22-23, 2025, marking the first Northeast Comic Con.
