As far as superhero offerings are concerned in movies, India hasn’t been able to do much. But it’s not to say that there aren’t good comics. No, it couldn’t be further from the truth. Some of the best selling comics in India are superhero comics, with intriguing backstory and exciting plots.
But what seems to be the issue when it comes to portraying those stories in movies, is a topic different. For now, let’s have a look at the best comics in India that could be turned into superhero movies.
Can the best comics in India be turned into superhero movies?
A few of the most intense comics reading experience online comes from the superhero comics that India has to offer as a whole. Check out which ones have the best chance to do so.
Parmanu
How about an everyday Indian boy blessed with a suit that gives him certain atomic powers? That’s what “Paramanu” from Raj Comics is all about. Vinay, a simple North Indian boy, tried to avenge his friend’s death and received a costume from his maternal uncle that could give him superpowers.
Vinay turned into Wonderman Parmanu, which heightened his intellect, strength and agility, along with the ability to manipulate his own size.
VRICA
Upon release in 2016, “VRICA: Ascension Protocol” became one of the best selling comics in India. Filled with military/superhero adventures constituting Indian Special Operatives, this one holds infinite scope of being catered to the silver screen audience. Tricky twists, and an engaging plot involving the Nazis in an Indian background, who wouldn’t want it?
And hey, if Special OPS could be made, why not VRICA?
Shaitaan
Hands down one of the most creative illustrations in the Indian comic scene right now. “Shaitaan” of Holy Cow Entertainment has a gripping storyline even for a mind-bending saga like itself. The dark mysteries of the Indian subcontinent unravel in the superhero comic sprinkled with historic flashbacks.
As one of the best comics in India, Shaitaan has garnered its fan base over the years, and Bollywood simply can’t afford to miss out on making a movie based on it.
Super Commando Dhruv
A vigilante that reminds you of DC Comics’ fame-worthy characters, Batman and Ra’s al Ghul, Super Commando Dhruv can be a surefire success on the big screen, if he ever makes it that far.
The story of Dhruv saving the fictional city of Rajnagar soon became one of the best selling comics in India in the 1990s and had immense cultural impact.
Not only does his story call for a movie because of the Batman-esque characteristics, but also because he can talk to animals and breathe underwater. How about that for an ultimate superhero power!
Odaayan
One from God’s own country, Kerala, Odaayan largely pioneered the indie movement in the Indian comics scene. Its popularity is attributed to the jaw-dropping artistry and imagination in the design and story respectively.
It wasn’t long before the story revolving around a mysterious criminal and vigilante became one of the most popular comics reading genres online across the country!
Having had little to no luck in the superhero-themed movies, India has fallen behind considerably in this particular genre. The American, British, or Japanese counterparts have tasted immense success throughout the years. And now the onus remains on the best comics in India to be transpired into commercial films!
