Varanasi to make global showcase at Comic Con Experience Mexico 2026 Filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli’s upcoming action adventure film Varanasi is set to make its first major global showcase at Comic Con Experience Mexico 2026, marking a significant milestone in the film’s international promotional journey ahead of its theatrical release in 2027. Producer S. S. Karthikeya will present a special segment titled “Varanasi to the World” at the event’s Thunder Stage on April 24. The session will include a video message from Rajamouli along with never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage from the film. It will conclude with a live interaction offering audiences a closer look at the scale and vision behind the project. Headlined by Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film has already emerged as one of the most anticipated Indian releases currently in production. The Comic Con Experience Mexico appearance is expected to further strengthen its visibility among global audiences. View this post on Instagram A post shared by CCXP México 🇲🇽 (@ccxp_mx) Even before this international showcase, the film generated strong reactions during its earlier presentation at the Trailer Festival at Le Grand Rex in Europe, where the first glimpse drew enthusiastic responses from viewers present at the screening. The makers have also revealed the primary character looks from the film, including Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, Prithviraj Sukumaran as Kumbha and Priyanka ... #Mexico #Experience #Varanasi #make_global #global_showcase #Con_Experience #Comic_Con #Experience_Mexico #Con #Comic

No one can exclude us: Iran team rebukes Trump’s suggestion that it misses FIFA World Cup 2026Trump on Thursday suggested on Truth Social that the “life and safety” of the Iran team might be at risk if it were to attend the global showcase in North America. Trump on Thursday suggested on Truth Social that the “life and safety” of the Iran team might be at risk if it were to attend the global showcase in North America. #World_Cup #FIFA_World #North_America #Truth_Social #global_showcase #Iran_team #Thursday_suggested #misses_FIFA #rebukes_Trump #team_rebukes

Sumukhi Suresh joins Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026 lineup as the sole Indian comedian Indian comedian, writer and actor Sumukhi Suresh has been announced as part of the lineup for Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026, where she will perform as the only Indian comedian featured in this year’s edition of the global showcase. Set to take place across Los Angeles from May 4–10, the festival returns for its third outing as one of the world’s largest comedy gatherings. Produced by Netflix in partnership with Live Nation, the citywide event will host more than 350 live performances spanning stand-up shows, variety acts, podcast tapings, screenings and exclusive events across multiple venues. Sumukhi will perform in Los Angeles on May 5, marking a significant milestone in her international trajectory. Reflecting on the announcement, the comedian shared her excitement about reaching a stage she once only imagined being part of, “If you would have asked teenager Sumukhi from Nagpur who was shy and underconfident that she would be performing at one of the most prestigious international comedy festivals, she wouldn’t have laughed at you — but would have 100% been in disbelief. " View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sumukhi Suresh (@sumukhisuresh) “This is a milestone. A core memory. The fact that I watched lineups being announced at Netflix Is a Joke Fest and now I am on the lineup is thrilling. I can’t wait to bring my Indian multilingual madness in a stand-up bit for the... #Los_Angeles #Netflix #Joke_Fest #Sumukhi_Suresh #Indian_comedian #global_showcase #joins_Netflix #Suresh_joins #sole_Indian #actor_Sumukhi
