23-07-2025
Kazakhstan is sketching out a bright future for its comics industry
As the country's comic scene blossoms, Kazakh comic artists are drawing inspiration from national symbols and iconic imagery—and even introducing Kazakh-inspired characters into the Marvel universe.
In this episode of Modern Nomads, we meet some breakout talents, comic bookstore owners, and local authorities supporting this growing industry.
The main event for fans is Comic Con Astana, a five-day festival that's growing every year—this year it welcomed a record 75,000 visitors, including 10,000 from abroad.
With Hollywood stars, influencers, and a cosplay contest with a prize fund nearing €25,000, the festival is putting Kazakhstan's comic scene on the map.
