Omar Ahmed Khan was 14 years old when he learned about comedy, mobile phones and manga on the Internet and was immediately attracted to him. But in the years after that, he began to struggle with lack of sadness, loneliness and encouragement – a phase that passes by many young people when they move from youth to youth.
Most children of her age did not share her ‘nerve’ interests, making it difficult to find a sense of belonging in normal childhood activities. He then came to a series of Japanese manga and mobile phones Jojito Caesar And began to praise Saturo Gojo, a character that went on with a smile, despite many difficulties.
He said, “Mobile phones were one of the reasons for my survival.” He really brought my happiness back because I was sad for a few years. People consider it just a TV series or cartoon, but to me, it’s more. This is an inspiration.
Now, 23, Omar finally had the opportunity to make his favorite character. Dressed as Goto Goths version of Goto, which took place on Saturday evening at the Karachi Expo Center, was surrounded by it, like them, like, mobile phones and comedians were also satisfied. – There is a deepest deepening below the costumes: a common relationship of stories that helped these young people have strength, identity and relationships.
A milestone for Pakistan’s growing ‘gack’ community
Mobile phones, manga, and comedy are the shapes of the story – because of being a Japanese animation, Manga’s comments and comedy and comedy refer to Western and global graphic statements. Over the years, he has joined a huge sub -culture, uniting fans around the world. According to the participants and organizers of Karachi, in Pakistan, the community is still spreading rapidly.
One of the organizers of the Gacks, 26 -year -old Yasser Obaid said Photographs On Saturday evening from 12pm to 9pm, thousands of mobile phones, manga and comedy fans were attracted from across the metropolis.
Explaining the idea behind the program, he said that Gacks were born due to lack of entertainment powers for youth in Pakistan, though the Comedy Convention was a developing sub -culture worldwide.
“It started many years ago when some of us launched Gack Haven as students because we were very big fans. We wanted to raise a voice and cool, so when we first our first comedy ear Holding, we realized that this is something we can pursue professionally.
According to Yasir, while his company has been hosting such incidents for some time, it was his fourth and largest. “This was the first time we kept it at the Expo Center,” he said.
The program had something for all kinds of gacks. A direct podcast kicked things, causing hot discussions during hot discussions. Arsalan Ash, the champion of the Etport, made a special hearing, while gaming fans received Adrenaline Rush with the Technical Tournament and the High Sticks Final.
Mobile phone lovers were treated directly with AMVS, a session at the beginning of the famous anime, and a crackdown where fans ballot their favorite tracks.
The Casplay Walk was a special thing of that day, with participants demonstrating their creativity in widespread costumes.
But the energy did not stop there: Anarki hired the sheep before the bands were encountered and high energy dance. Fink Rock Band Makhi took a standstone performance phase, while Bunto Cage, the creator of the video gaming material, increased the appearance of enthusiasm. Meanwhile, a capacity went away with a reward of Rs 1550,000, which makes it a memorable one.
Not just for General Z
Although the pop culture convention is often affiliated with young audiences, 24 -year -old organizer Filza Big said that Gack Kin Karachi welcomed the fans of all ages.
“We kept it together because we are excited about mobile phones, manga and comedians, and a few years ago, such events were almost non -non -non -non -existent in Pakistan. People are interested, but they have always had their own There is no place of choice they like, so we wanted to create it for them.
He pointed out how the incident was not for a particular age group. “This is not just a general Z, our father comes to the roots with his two -year -old children because he had never had this opportunity before. This is not an age -related or class -related event. Comedy, mobile phones , Anyone interested in superheroes, miracles and DC comes here.
40 -year -old Mohammed Omar Siddiqui, who runs a studio, operates a studio, dedicated to data from handmade mobile phones, set up a stall in Gacks to showcase his work – Before the existence of such events in Pakistan, his journey began in the fandom. “Mobile phones, manga, and comedy culture have already grown fully. People know what to read or see. But sculpture and 3D modeling are still new. My work is handmade, and I 3D Instead of going to printing, I want to keep this tradition alive.
Hina, 34, who chose to identify only by her first name, participated in the program with her husband and toddler. A longtime fan of Manga, he told how his love for this genre remains intact despite social principles. “I grew abroad but went to Pakistan after my marriage. It is very little to see people here in mobile phones and manga here, especially as a mother. But my husband has been very helpful. That’s what I told her I wanted to go, brought me here, “he said. Photographs.
Casplay, self -expression, and a decision -free space
For many participants, the Casplay was not just about dressing, but also a way to express the appreciation of their favorite characters and to revive stories of their courage, intellect, strength and flexibility.
22 -year -old Yosra Shahid was dressed in Venetas Venetas Case StudyTalked about his journey. “I love a mobile phone since childhood, and I want to make mobile phone art my profession. I used to watch the events of Casplay online and wonder, ‘When will this happen in Pakistan?’ So when I finally saw these events, I was very happy.
29 -year -old Sadra, who only made his first name, Lord Shane’s Casplay King Fu Panda 2And said she loves the character. “He really acts evil in society now, and no one has prepared it before, so I thought it would be a huge increase in the Casplay Line.”
20 -year -old Shis Ahmad Khan spent almost a year making his clothes as a listening to the Australian dynamic web series Murder. “He is one of my favorite characters – funny and scary at the same time. It took me eight to 10 months to make this gateup.
Another Casaleier named 23 -year -old Omar, who was dressed as a janks OrchinExplained why he chose to duplicate the role of women. “I wanted to come here as my favorite character because I appreciate it. There is no decision here: You can take advantage of whatever resonates with you.
Hassan Adil, 17, who also explained the ink band from the video game Bandy and ink machineTalking about the one who attracted him to the role. “I came to his back when the game first came out in 2017. I always liked horror things, and the idea of being curious and strange to the cartoon’s role is really resonating with me. “”
A long -awaited platform
Gack Co -2025 represented a long -term place to collect and express his emotions to many Pakistani fans. But for others, it was a refreshing change. 25 -year -old Mohonor Qazi participated in curiosity. “I haven’t had this kind of experience before. This is very common internationally, so it should be popular in Pakistan as well. There is some resistance, but slowly, there will be more acceptance.
23 -year -old Saida Kashif Fatima, who wore Raven’s clothes Teen titansSaid the convention gave him the opportunity to connect with us. “I really like the energy and the energy of this character, because it is so empowered. This event is a great platform for people to engage. Mobile phones and manga are still very modern, so here are such gatherings. It is a great pleasure to see.
Maintain a society without any cooperation
Despite the growing popularity of mobile phones and comedians in Pakistan, the community struggles with a lack of sponsorship. Administrators even fully rely on ticket sales and stall fees to break, and re -invest everything to keep the events alive.
“We have never had a sponsor. Our events are never profitable, but we too are broken. What we earn is returning to the community. It has been working for years, and we ahead. Will continue to grow, “The administrator attracted or attracted.
A place that belongs
When the incident came near, Omar Ahmed Khan reflected that he made him really special. “There is hardly any support for this community. People still see it as a crane or strange, as if that should not happen on this scale. But it’s not just about dressing: it’s about expressing who we are. Looking around the crowd, he smiled. “I like it. I like to meet new people. This is a good way to connect and make a friend. Everyone here is very good. “
