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Can Pakistan's 'Burka Avenger' Score Fans in India?

By Jack Detsch

April 23, 2015

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February 20, 2012

“Cool India” Embraces ComicCon

Indians used to grow up relying on Western sources for comic inspiration. But that’s starting to change.

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“Cool India” Embraces ComicCon

February 27, 2011

An Unexpected Manga Artist

Emerging comic artist Wisut Ponnimit stands out for his positive themes, talent—and for not being Japanese.

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An Unexpected Manga Artist

January 01, 2011

Will Manhwa Catch Manga?

Comics are getting a boost thanks to the iPad. Does this mean Korean comics will now get a share of the spotlight too?

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Will Manhwa Catch Manga?

March 17, 2010

N. Korea’s Comic Propaganda

Want to understand Kim Jong-il’s regime? A good place to start might be its cartoons, says Geoffrey Cain.

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N. Korea’s Comic Propaganda

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