Author: Nikhil Goud
Nikhil Goud
Nikhil is a business graduate from Amity Business School and is a tech freak. With a specialization in marketing, he has worked for various advertising agencies and helped in copywriting and content writing for start-ups and large-scale businesses. His first encounter with the pop culture surrounding anime was way back in the early days of high school when he stumbled upon a One Piece manga. And the rest was history, as binge-watching anime series and manga has become a norm for him, which sometimes leads to debates on the deepest depths of Reddit. You can catch him ranting about FIA rules, or if you want to break the ice, talk about comics, games, movies, and practically anything from geopolitics to automobiles; his attention is pretty easy to get. Happy reading and Sayonara!
With Christmas right around the corner, it is that time – to watch Christmas-themed anime to gear up for the holiday season. The themes and concepts connected with the holiday season are expertly captured in these anime Christmas specials, and they hardly let us down. Watching an anime episode set around Christmas has a pleasant, almost mystical, feel to it; the snowy backdrop, decorated streets and homes, and the joy of coming together, these moments are beyond marvelous. These episodes will undoubtedly put viewers in the spirit of the season. So, cozy up and treat yourself to these hand-picked Christmas…
What am I going to do once I grow up? – This might be the most daunting and troublesome question that many grow up with; for some, they find an answer early, and for some, they find it later in life. We all are different; no two are the same. We have our passions, goals, and dreams driving us. And some of the great motivators are media – comics, series, anime, and movies. From Kal-El to Peter Parker, from Monkey D. Luffy to Guts, they all have something to teach and leave us with bits of lessons that can give…
One of the most prevalent entertainments in today’s popular culture is the world of superheroes. Another thing that stands out more than the superheroes themselves is the costume they don. But what’s so special about them? Batman’s suit strike fears into the villains he faces and also hides his identity, while Flash’s suit is to protect himself while he runs and helps him reduce drag; Ironman’s suit acts more as armor. The costumes of superheroes are rife with philosophies and meanings that shift with the times and public perception. They are more than a simple piece of fabric – they…
“You don’t need logic when you have family,” do you? There is a common ground between the Fast & Furious and Need For Speed franchises, so it’s not unlikely to find fans of the movies playing out the newly released Need For Speed Unbound. But what took us more surprisingly is Need For Speed taking a dig at the Fast & Furious films. Spoilers For The Game Ahead! What is the one thing that Need For Speed Unbound and the Fast & Furious franchise have in common? Adrenaline-filled high-speed cars. But that’s not it; Need For Speed Unbound looks to…
The combined viewership figures for The Game Awards 2022 across all the platforms had broken a previous record. Geoff Keighley tweeted hours after the presentation that The Game Awards 2022 may have already broken prior records; we now have the official viewership numbers! Game Awards Is No More A Small Show Who knew a decade or two ago that a game award show would shatter the viewership records of one of the most prestigious events of the film fraternity, the Academy Awards? With viewership numbers standing at an astounding 103 million total viewers – more than 20% of its previous…
It is that time of the year – to recap. With 2022 weeks from wrapping itself up, tech giants have begun to create fun-filled recaps for their users; from Reddit recap to Spotify wrapped, everyone’s gearing up for the upcoming year. And our largest online streaming platform shows no sign of trailing behind; we’ll show you how you can get your Twitch Recap. The primary differentiators of Twitch – live and interactive entertainment supported by communities formed around common interests – make it the ideal platform for practically all types of content, from gaming to music to sports to cooking.…
With Shinkai’s latest film, Suzume No Tojimari, doing good at the Japanese box office, not everyone is pleased with the movie. Amusement park operators of Brazilian Park Washuzan Highland are saddened by the ‘wrongful’ depiction of their park in the film. Another Home Run By Makoto Shinkai? Makoto Shinkai is a man who has risen to become a household name in Japan and in the hearts of every otaku. Makoto Shinkai has given us movies like Weathering with You, Your Name, 5 Centimeters per Second, and many more hits; he is now making news with his latest film, Suzume No…
When Moana was first released in 2016, it quickly became a favorite among fans of Disney princesses. They adored the film’s tropical setting and her perseverance in the face of overwhelming circumstances. Moana, along with the mysterious Maui, was an instant hit among the fandom. The plot centers on Moana, a strong-willed Polynesian village chief’s daughter who must cross the ocean to reunite a goddess named Te Fiti with a mysterious artifact. And one of the long-standing mysteries surrounding the film was – did Moana die in the storm? Movie theories are not something new, and these hypotheses often pop…
Many characters make One Piece the beautiful anime it is today, and the character Portgas D Ace stands atop that list for many fans. Aside from being a hilarious character, Ace also has a well-written backstory and a surprising family tree. Though Ace had comparatively less screentime, he made his presence felt. Ace was a pivotal character in the entire series, who raised Luffy and helped him grow into the man he is today. Even though his story had a tragic ending, Ace is one of those characters who are hard to forget. He is one of the most loved…
It’s that time of the year – the FIFA World Cup. The entire world is hopping on the FIFA frenzy, with citizens being pushed to the edge of their seats due to high-octane games. With the Japanese National Team fighting for their spot, things are getting exciting for the fans and the game. Among the FIFA frenzy, anime and manga, especially one with a football backdrop, are taking some of the popularity from FIFA. Anime like Giant Killing and Blue Lock are all over the anime fandom. So much so that memes with an anime theme and references to shows…
Pochita cake, Pochita plus, Pochita is all over the net and for the right reasons – yet we still can’t get enough of Pochita! As the first season of Chainsaw Man progresses, everyone is becoming enamored with the world’s prettiest devil dog. Pochita is on its way to becoming the most loved character of the series, even probably surpassing Denji himself. The fandom has not let Pochita down, they are all over the cutest dog of the series, and this can be seen through the fanart to turning it into an anime girl! And now, we get to see Pochita…
The biggest retail sales day in the country is Black Friday, which is frequently regarded as the unofficial beginning of the holiday shopping season. With shops opening as early as five in the morning to people queuing up for miles to get their hands on highly discounted items, ranging from toys to electronics. And honestly, who would not want to buy stuff at high discounts? Making Black Friday was of the most sought shopping day of the year. Many people conduct extensive pre-event research to determine which shop they will visit to score their favorite Black Friday deal of the…
Black Friday is here, and everyone is gearing up for the biggest shopping season of the year with high discounts and sales. Many people view the annual sales event as the beginning of the holiday shopping season because retailers offer some of the best offers on various items like laptops, TVs, appliances, and – crème de la crème – gaming consoles. Gamers are eyeing to grab consoles, accessories, and games at a steal this year; the gaming community was one of the hardest hit industries during the pandemic, which was a catalyst to global chip shortage. Here’s what to expect…
In comparison to the MCU, God of War Ragnarok gives the God of Thunder more depth and fidelity to Norse mythology. But there is no denying the fact that MCU’s Thor was no less in any way; he still managed to impress many of the fanbases. Thanks to his pivotal part in the Marvel Cinematic Universe over the past ten years, we have gotten familiar with the Norse god. The one thing that stands out the most apart from the Thor character itself is the weapon he wields- the Mjolnir. MCU’s Mjolnir looks quite minimalistic and possibly best suited for…
Saitama isn’t your typical hero—nearly he’s invincible and can triumph in every conflict with a single blow. Saitama and his android assistant, Genos, are depicted in One Punch Man as they go on various adventures. It’s a crazy series with lots of brutal action and side-splitting humor. And ever since it was adapted into an anime in 2015, it has managed to send the fandom into a frenzy with its top-notch writing, story, and animation. Mob Psycho 100 & One-Punch Man Author Tomohiro Presents A New Manga Fans Also Read Saitama is recognized as one of the most powerful fictional…