Pop Culture Legends Rocks Indonesia Comic Con 2016

To end this year with a bang, ReedPOP through Reed Panorama Exhibitions (RPE) has prepared a pop culture menu for all enthusiasts in Indonesia. Be prepared to go all out this 1-2 October at Jakarta Convention Center, as Indonesia Comic Con will present over 30 pop culture personalities, exclusive collectibles and unique artworks, by local and international exhibitors.   “We are excited to be able to unite pop culture fans in Indonesia, through Indonesia Comic Con and we can’t wait to bring this memorable experience to a whole new level. Come and join us at Indonesia Comic Con 2016.” Said James Boey, General Manager, Reed Panorama Exhibitions and Reed POP.

‘Giants’ to Join Forces in Indonesia Comic Con 2016

 Presenting the best in the industry, Indonesia Comic Con 2016 will feature 170 exhibitors from 6 countries; USA, Italy, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. The titans of our local and international exhibitors include: XM Studios, a producer of limited edition premium statue (Marvel Movie, Classic Comic and Star Wars Characters) collectibles, Red Diorama will be unveiling their latest realistic diorama of your favorite movie scenes including the BVS motorized Batcave 1/12^th scale model at Indonesia Comic Con 2016.

Tokidoki will release exclusive products which will be available at Indonesia Comic Con 2016 – ICC Unicorno, 5 exclusive designs of the first ever Tokidoki BCA Xpresi Cards, Tokidoki X ICC lanyard and T-shirt.

Sanrio fans will get a special treat in the form of Gudetama, the famous Lazy Egg. Everybody loves Lego, check out the latest collection and bring them home, they can even participate in various activities! FLABSLAB, known for their out of the box ideas will be exhibiting under the GOSHEN MEDIA to showcase exclusive collaboration between GOSH!TOYS, FLABSLAB and TOYONAKA featuring artists Wetworks and Quiccs. GOSHEN MEDIA in collaboration with Lumine Studio, a pioneer in animation industry in Indonesia will present Single Malt Media featuring selected animations series such as Noksu, Cerita Rakyat and Cherrybelle. Fans will be able to experience “Mini Akihabara” which will be presented by Goshen Media and Vidio.

 Be the first to experience something exclusive from PT Walt Disney Indonesia at Indonesia Comic Con 2016 as Star Wars diehard fans will be introduced to the latest edition…Star Wars Rouge One. Sphero will showcase a special edition Battle Worn BB-8 & Force Band where fans can control the BB-8 with the”Force”. For the first time, Alfamart Group will be presenting a limited edition Star Wars Rogue One Medallion series, which will be launched at Indonesia Comic Con 2016. Royal Selangor will also feature a wide array of Star Wars limited edition collectables made from high quality pewter! The world is full of puzzle, and Kigumi will add another one in the shape of a wooden Tie Fighter.

Indonesia Comic Con welcomes Dompetku, the latest fintech application by Indosat Ooredoo providing digital payment getaway (e-money) as Presenting Sponsor. Dompetku will launch Dtap featuring Hiroshi Watari, Akira Kushida and Mitsuko Horie. POMO Kids watch will also be launched and made available through Dompetku at Indonesia Comic Con 2016.

Comic fans can look forward to special deals at the Comics Corner as Kinokuniya will carry comics that is in the “must read” list and illustrated by ICC featured Comic Artists! Fans can have them signed and personalized for their collection. For the first time at Indonesia Comic Con, fans can experience the history of gaming from the era of 70’s till present day at the Gaming Zone – from vintage arcade game machines, video game consoles to the modern online gaming laptop powered by MSI.

Artist Alley – a space dedicated to showcase the works of up-and-coming artists – has been completely snapped up three months prior to the show.  Visitors can expect to see a kaleidoscope of art forms at the Artist Alley – from works of independent artists brimming with their individualistic styles, to cross-country collaborations that bring exciting products from collisions of creativity to the table. For the first time, Indonesia Comic Con will feature a Movie Zone comprising of several production houses where MNC Pictures will launch the first trailer of ‘The Professionals’, starring Fahri Albar, Luman Sardi, Arifin Putra, etc and Visinema will launch ‘Filosofi Kopi2’, starring Chico Jericho and Rio Dewanto.

 Collectors and first timers can hunt to their hearts’ content at the Collector’s Hunting Ground, where they can go through a wide array of toys and collectables. You don’t need a time machine to witness toy history…stroll through a display of classic vintage toys and collectibles by International and local collectors at the Collector’s Showcase.  Need to recharge?  Fans can refill at the Comic Food Street where a pop culture environment will be provided.

Round 2 – Pop Culture Legendary Stars and Personalities from East and West

Indonesia Comic Con 2016 is proud to announce the second round of Pop Culture personalities from East and West:

Hiroshi Watari – Japanese actor who is known for his role as Den Iga (Space Sheriff Sharivan) in Uchuu Keiji Sharivan. He was also involved in episode 42 and 44 for Uchuu Keiji Gavan, Retsu! Hurry! Dad!

Akira Kushida – aka Kussy, Japanese singer who contributes himself in many anime soundtrack under the production of Andtokusatsu. Some of his famous works are; Taiyo Sentai Sun Vulcan dan Uchuu Keiji Gavan.

Mitsuko Horie – is a Japanese voice actress and singer. She has voiced several characters throughout her career, such as Sailor Galaxia in Sailor Moon: Sailor Stars and Remi in the Nippon Animation World Masterpiece Theater series Remi, Nobody’s Girl. She is also part of the judging panel at the Animax Anison Grand Prix, with fellow noted anime singers Ichirou Mizuki and Yumi Matsuzawa. Mitsuko Horie is presented by Goshen Media.

Edwin Huang –  An international illustrator who works for Udon Entertainment and based in New York. He is the artist behind Street Fighter, Skullkickers and Sonic the Hedgehog comic. He is also part of the conceptor for Pop Culture Shock Collectables.

Tadaaki ‘Jacky’ Dosai –  Recognized as a legend in cosplay scene, Jacky started his career in 1995 and gained international recognition in Anime Expo in 1999. His international cosplay career starts roll over and he has attended more than 100 event ever since. In 2015, he was chosen as Chief-editor for Cosmode.Net and jury in Anime Expo.

Simone Legno – Back by popular demand, Simone is the Creative Director of Tokidoki. The brand hits the pop culture world when it’s first launched in 2005 and becoming a new lifestyle for its follower. He has worked with various International brands and properties such as Le Sports sac, Karl Lagerfeld, Sanrio, Iron Maiden, Marvel, World of World Craft, Street fighters, etc. He’s now launching his flagship Store in China.

Redshift – producer for a popular group; Vocaloid from Jakarta consisting of Music Composer/ DJ Lyricist and illustrator. The duo plays their part as CJ VJ and mix Anisong, J Pop, Electro House, Dubstep, Future bass and Drum & Bass.

Karasuya Sabou –  using Vocaloid as platform, Karasuya Sabou mixed his music with some touch of Jazz and gained more than 10 million views. In 2014, he released ‘Goodnight Wondered’. He also like to help other creative project, ie; Idolmaster Cinderella Girls Asuka Ninomiya’s, Valkyrie Drive “Super Ultra Hyper Miracle Romantic”, Hidan no Aria AA, Monster Musume no iru nichijou, Grimgar of Fantasy and Ash, and more. He is one of most promising Japanese artist who has big international fan base.

Ario Anindito – Graduated from Parahyangan Catholic University in Bandung, Ario is involved in many international comics, ie; “Red Hood and the Outlaws” (2012), “Wolverines” series (2014), Secret Wars: “House of M” (2015) and “Hyperion” (2016). He also contributes in product designs for XM Studios, Kotobukiya and many others. Ario also worked as art director for TV commercial which awarded him Citra Pariwara in 2011. Ario resides in Bandung in his studio called “Stonefruit Studio”

Ardian Syaf – his international debut started with his 11 series of comic The Dresden Files for Dabel Brothers Publishing (2007). He signed contract with Utopia Studio. Ardian’s art can be found in many Marvel comic, ie; Nightcrawler, Captain Britain and MI 13. He signed exclusive contract with DC Comic from 2009 until August 2016.

This adds to the first round of announced pop culture personalities from East and West: Brianna Hildebrand, an International Hollywood artist who played Negasonic Teenage Warhead in the movie ‘Deadpool’; Hiroshi Fujioka, Renowned legendary actor from Japan, known for his role as the first ‘Kamen Rider’ (Masked Rider); Alex Milne, writer and artist of IDW Publishing – Transformers Series; Andy Price, comic artist of My Little Pony; Stella Chu, international cosplayer; Tsuyoshi Nonaka, designer of Mighty Morphing Power Rangers and Heisei Kamen Rider; Iosys, international legend for providing music and remixes to music games like games Sega, Konami, Taito, Namco; Yuyoyuppe, the legendary ‘Luka Master’; Is Yuniarto, Indonesia illustrator whose work includes Garudayana  and Grand Legend Ramayana will be published internationally in Japanese under Digital Catalpult Japan; Iwan Nazif, Indonesia illustrator whose work can be found in many international comics including ‘How to Train Your Dragon’; Alston Stephanus, finalist in International D23 Expo 2015 di Anaheim, California in Star Wars Mousequerade category.

Behold as Cosplayers and Mural Artists Battle It Out for the Coveted ICC Championship of Cosplay and Secret Walls

 Let the battles begin!

Championship of Cosplay will be held on 2^nd of October 2016. The winner will represent Indonesia in 2017 Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo’ (C2E2).

Secret Walls is an annual activation that has kept the audience glued to the stage. Two teams will battle and out draw each other within 90 minutes. This year, Indonesian artist will battle Hong Kong artist, meet the excitement only in ICC 2016.

ICC 2016 Ticket and Packages Information

Pre-sale  [Period: 21 Agustus – 28 September 2016]

1 Day Pass  – IDR 90.000

2 Days Pass – IDR 170.000

Over the counter purchase during event [1 and 2 October 2016]
1 Day Pass  – IDR 120.000

2 Days Pass – IDR 200.000

Ticket can be purchased through www.indonesiacomiccon.com , Alfamart Group, Indomaret, Panorama Tours dan Travelicious

Token and VIP Packages can only be purchased through www.indonesiacomiccon.com

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ABOUT  REED PANORAMA EXHIBITIONS

PT Reed Panorama Exhibitions (RPE) is a joint venture company between International organizer Reed Exhibitions with Indonesia trusted tourism company, transportation and hotel service, Panorama Group. RPE has a vision to create and develop a good quality and professional business model and creating a beneficial business ecosystem through a partnership with agency, government, business partner, trading association, venue, contractor and consumer. RPE currently held eight major events in Indonesia from various sector of industries including; construction, franchising/ licensing, maritime, mining, transportation/ logistic, hair and beauty; and consumer platform which presenting Indonesia Comic Con and Maternity, Baby & Kids Expo.

ABOUT INDONESIA COMIC CON

Indonesia Comic Con (ICC) is a platform where pop culture from East and West meet. ICC is created to celebrate the current trend and respecting the history of pop culture through comics, anime, toys, collectible items, games, TV, film and entertainment.

Indonesia Comic Con is part of ReedPOP event, including New York Comic Con (NYCC), Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) Prime, East, South and Australia, Emerald City Comicon, BookCon, Oz Comic-Con, Comic Con India, Paris Comic Con, Star Wars Celebration, Shanghai Comic Convention, Vienna Comic Con, Singapore Toy, Game and Comic Convention (STGCC), TwitchCon, and UFC Fan Expo.

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