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    • India’s Q1 2026 Cosplay Calendar

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    India’s cosplay scene is gearing up for a massive first quarter in 2026, with major Comic Cons and anime conventions lined up across multiple cities. These events bring together comics, anime, gaming, music and, most importantly, passionate cosplayers on some of the country’s biggest pop‑culture stages.

    Jaipur Comic Con 2026 – 4–6 January

    The Pink City opens the year with the debut edition of Jaipur Comic Con 2026, transforming JECC into a three‑day hub for comics, anime, games, and cosplay. The event promises celebrity sessions, exclusive merch, “jaw‑dropping cosplay,” gaming arenas, and dedicated fandom meet‑ups from morning to evening.​

    For cosplayers, Jaipur Comic Con is positioned as a full‑scale Comic Con India experience with big stage moments and dense photo‑op areas spread across the venue.​

    Ōta Tokyo 2026, Bengaluru – 10 January

    Bengaluru hosts Ōta Tokyo 2026, a focused one‑day celebration of anime, manga, cosplay, artists, and J‑culture. The event is built around a concentrated schedule of stage activities, fan interactions, and a curated artist and merch area.​

    • Date: 10 January 2026.​

    • Venue: Chamara Vajra, Bengaluru.​

    • Focus: Anime/J‑culture programming with cosplay, artists, and fandom activities.​

    • More info / tickets: Official event and partner pages are linked from the announcement post on Instagram.​

    Cosplay is highlighted as a core pillar of the experience, with contests and meet‑ups designed for anime and manga characters.​

    Chennai Comic Con 2026 – 14–15 February

    Chennai Comic Con 2026 returns as one of Comic Con India’s flagship southern stops, known for huge crowds, elaborate costumes, and major cosplay contests. The event covers comics, anime, gaming, collectibles, and creators, with a large show floor and multiple stages.​

    Chennai Comic Con features marquee cosplay competitions and often serves as a qualifier stop within Comic Con India’s larger cosplay championship circuit.​

    Anime India Kolkata – 14–15 February

    For anime‑centric cosplay, Anime India Kolkata is a major highlight of Q1 2026, billed as one of India’s biggest Japanese pop‑culture conventions. The event runs full days with multi‑track programming across stages and an expansive expo floor.​

    Key experiences include:

    • Industry guests and panels featuring an acclaimed anime director.​

    • Live performances on the “Live House” stage.​

    • Intense cosplay contests, anime quizzes, singing and art competitions.​

    • A dedicated Cosplay Realm zone with prop exhibits, workshops, and multiple cosplay‑centric contests, tailored to all skill levels.​

    For North‑East–based fans (like from Shillong), this is one of the most accessible big‑league cosplay events thanks to its Kolkata location and strong anime focus.​

    Kochi Comic Con 2026 – 28 February–1 March

    Comic Con India is expanding into Kerala with the inaugural Kochi Comic Con 2026, promising the full Comic Con experience in a new region. The show will bring comics, pop‑culture, gaming zones, meet‑and‑greets, and full‑scale cosplay contests to Kochi.​

    • Dates: 28 February–1 March 2026.​

    • Venue: Adlux International Convention Center, Kochi.​

    • Focus: Debut Kerala edition with large cosplay competitions, gaming, artist alley and panels.​

    • More info / tickets: Linked via Comic Con India’s city selection and Kochi announcement pages.​

    Organizers highlight cosplay as a major attraction, inviting participants from across Kerala and neighboring states to compete and showcase builds.​

    Pune Comic Con 2026 – 21–22 March

    Closing Q1, Pune Comic Con 2026 brings Comic Con India’s traveling festival back to Maharashtra with the usual mix of fandom zones and signature cosplay contests. Pune has built a reputation for energetic crowds and strong local cosplay talent.​

    • Dates: 21–22 March 2026.​

    • Venue: Yash Lawns, Pune.​

    • Focus: Comics, anime, games, creators and big‑stage cosplay competitions, often tied into the Indian Championship of Cosplay circuit.​

    • More info / tickets: Event details and links via the official Pune Comic Con page: https://www.comicconindia.com/all-cities-main-page/pune-comic-con​

    Pune Comic Con’s open outdoor‑style venue provides ample space for group shoots, fandom gatherings and full‑armor builds that need room to move.

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    From Shillong to the Cosplay Stage : Visit Creative Souls Shillong

    For fans and cosplayers traveling from the North‑East, especially Shillong, Creative Souls offers merchandise and costume renting. You can also follow our store, announcements and cosplay showcases on Instagram to stay inspired and updated!​

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