Graphic India

About Graphic India

Graphic India is a character entertainment company focused on creating original Indian superheroes and mythological epics for a global audience. Founded in 2011 by Sharad Devarajan, Gotham Chopra, and Suresh Seetharaman, the firm was established to position India as a source of creative intellectual property, rather than an outsourcer. The company is headquartered in Bangalore, with additional operations in Singapore and Mumbai.

The founders brought together a wealth of experience in media, entertainment, and comics. Sharad Devarajan, the CEO, previously co-founded Virgin Comics with Sir Richard Branson and led a management buyout to form Liquid Comics. His vision was shaped by his work trans-creating Spider-Man for the Indian market and a desire to build original characters with global appeal. Gotham Chopra, an acclaimed filmmaker and son of author Deepak Chopra, contributes his expertise in storytelling and production for Hollywood. Suresh Seetharaman has a deep background in creative operations and talent development in India, having previously co-founded Gotham Entertainment Group, which launched DC and Marvel Comics in the region.

The company's business model revolves around the creation and licensing of intellectual property across multiple platforms. Revenue is generated through partnerships for animation production, content distribution, and subscription access. Graphic India develops animated series, motion comics, and live-action films, targeting India's large youth population and the rapidly growing mobile market. Its primary clients are major streaming services and television networks, including Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, and Cartoon Network.

A significant milestone includes the collaboration with Stan Lee to create 'Chakra The Invincible', India's first superhero from the legendary Marvel co-creator, which gained over 40 million views on Rovio's ToonsTV platform. Another key project is "Baahubali: The Lost Legends," an animated series extension of India's highest-grossing film franchise, which premiered on Amazon Prime Video. The company also produced "The Legend of Hanuman" for Disney+ Hotstar, which became one of India's most-watched streaming series. These projects underscore the company’s strategy of collaborating with renowned creators and leveraging popular franchises to build its character universe. Since 2013, the company has raised approximately $8.9 million in funding over several rounds from investors including CA Media, Start Media LLC, and Liquid Comics.