Comic-Con Astana, one of Central Asia's most eagerly awaited events, has sent shockwaves of excitement through its fan base by unveiling its star headliner for this year's extravaganza. On August 31, the official Comic-Con Astana press service confirmed that Hollywood luminary Sean Gunn will be gracing the event, set to take place from September 15-17.
Sean Gunn, renowned for his multifaceted talents as an actor, producer, and scriptwriter, boasts an impressive cinematic resume. Perhaps best known for his portrayals of Kraglin and Rocket in various Marvel Studios projects, he has played pivotal roles in blockbusters like the "Guardians of the Galaxy" trilogy, "Avengers: Infinity War," "Avengers: Endgame," "Thor: Love and Thunder," and the animated TV series "What If…?"
But Gunn's superhero prowess extends beyond the Marvel Universe. In DC Studios' "The Suicide Squad," he showcased his versatility by bringing the character Weasel to life through motion-capture technology. His acting repertoire spans a diverse spectrum, featuring appearances in "The Belko Experiment," "Pearl Harbor," "The Good Doctor," "The Terminal List," "Gilmore Girls," "Glee," and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."
Comic-Con Astana is an international celebration of all things pop culture, from comics and cinema to video games and anime. This year's edition promises to be no different and will even include a cosplay contest with an enticing total prize pool of 10 mn tenge, approximately $21,817.
A special highlight of the festival will be the Pop Asia exhibition zone, dedicated to Asian pop culture elements like anime, manga, J-pop, and K-pop. Fans can expect an immersive experience in this vibrant corner of contemporary entertainment.
Joining Sean Gunn in this star-studded lineup is Pierre Spengler, a distinguished French film producer known for his work on iconic films such as the "Superman" franchise, Guy Ritchie's "Revolver," and Emir Kusturica's "Underground," among others.
Comic-Con Astana will also play host to a roster of prominent bloggers and cosplayers, including Taryn, Angie Arrow, Geheichou, Ayuru, Narga, EdisonPts, Ilya Commander, Domer Grief, ShadowPriestok, Anastasiya Queen, and Yevgeny Popadinets from YouTube's Utopia Show.
The event's official partners this year include tech giants Yandex Plus, Kinopoisk online cinema, and the ever-popular TikTok, ensuring a digital presence that will resonate with fans worldwide.
Tech enthusiasts won't be left out either, with an interactive zone tailored just for them, showcasing cutting-edge content from game developers.
All these exciting activities will take place from September 15 to 17 at the prestigious Congress Center in Astana. As Comic-Con Astana continues to evolve and captivate fans, this year's event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of pop culture, bringing together enthusiasts from across the globe.
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