Bhaskar Mandal

Indian Anime Network Founder & Editor-in-Chief.

He loves anime, manga, and music, and is exploring every day. As the editor-in-chief of IAN, he is introducing anime facts & reviews from his own perspective every week.

In 2016, he became independent as an anime-writer, editor, and translator. He writes/edits coverage articles and desk research articles, mainly in the Anime Manga and ever-growing otaku community-related news field. He stays up to date with the latest information on anime, voice actors, and games. And he values media that entertain people, such as light novels, comics, monthly magazines, and weekly magazines.

In 2021, he formed the creative anime website Indian Anime Network which provides trendy information news reviews centered on anime, manga, animated films to many people both in India and overseas.
Find all of his articles below.

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Anime Like Gachiakuta: 10 Unmissable Series With Grit, Style, and Soul
ByBhaskar Mandal July 30, 2025December 18, 2025

If Gachiakuta pulled you in with its chaotic energy, raw worldbuilding, and rebellious protagonist, you’re not alone. Kei Urana’s breakout manga, known for its grungy aesthetic and brutal yet stylish fight scenes, has struck a chord with fans craving something fresh, wild, and just a little unhinged. It’s punk, it’s emotional, and it dares to…

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Historical | Action | Adventure | Comedy | Drama | Featured | Horror | Manga | Mystery | Psychological | Rare Finds | Romance | Seinen | Shounen

The 12 Greatest Ninja Manga of All Time
ByBhaskar Mandal July 28, 2025December 18, 2025

Ninja manga has always held a unique place in Japanese storytelling—steeped in mystery, honor, revenge, and the quiet chaos of life in the shadows. Whether you grew up training alongside Naruto or you crave the cold realism of historical shinobi tales, the genre offers far more than just throwing stars and stealth. In this guide,…

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Characters | Action | Drama | Featured | Manga | Shounen | The Deep Dives

All Major Deaths in Demon Slayer Explained: Characters, Cause of Death, and Final Survivors
ByBhaskar Mandal July 21, 2025December 18, 2025

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is a story of courage, sacrifice, and tragedy. Created by Koyoharu Gotouge, this beloved anime and manga series doesn’t shy away from killing off major characters, leaving fans in tears with each loss. The brutal battles against demons, led by the powerful Demon King Muzan Kibutsuji, result in devastating casualties,…

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Manga | Action | Adventure | Drama | Fantasy | Featured | Historical | Mystery | Rare Finds | Seinen

Re Cervin Is a Must-Read for Berserk and Vinland Saga Fans
ByBhaskar Mandal July 17, 2025December 18, 2025

“We’ll take it back.” — Serban Grancamano Heldail II Dark, mythic, and deeply emotional, Re Cervin is the second serialized manga by Kousuke Hamada, the acclaimed creator behind Hanebado!. Unlike his previous work, grounded in sports drama, Re Cervin is a bold departure—an epic dark fantasy set in a war-torn world plagued by sorcery, ancient…

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Seinen | Drama | Featured | Manga | Misc | Rare Finds

Unsung Cinderella: The Hidden Medical Manga That Deserves an Anime Adaptation
ByBhaskar Mandal July 13, 2025December 18, 2025

In the world of manga, heroes take many forms—some wield swords, others cast spells. But Unsung Cinderella: Midori, The Hospital Pharmacist (Unsung Cinderella: Byouin Yakuzaishi Aoi Midori) introduces us to a hero we rarely see: a hospital pharmacist. With its upcoming final volume, this quietly powerful series deserves more recognition, not just as a medical…

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Japan | Anime News | Featured | Manga | Manga News | Misc

July 5, 2025: Ryo Tatsuki’s Tsunami Dream and Japan’s Call for Vigilance
ByBhaskar Mandal July 3, 2025July 3, 2025

It may seem inconceivable that a catastrophic event could befall Japan this weekend, a nation ever vigilant against nature’s unpredictable fury. Yet, the enigmatic prophecy of mangaka Ryo Tatsuki has resurfaced, capturing public attention and stirring debate: in her landmark collection The Future I Saw (1999), Tatsuki foretold “the great disaster… in March 2011,” words…

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Shoujo | Comedy | Drama | Featured | Manga | Rare Finds | Romance | Slice-of-Life

12 Underrated Shoujo Manga Without Anime Adaptations (Yet!)
ByBhaskar Mandal July 3, 2025December 18, 2025

“Once, a wise shoujo monk said — some shoujo stories are simply too beautiful to stay trapped in the pages forever.” And yet, many of those beautiful stories remain hidden, untouched by the magic of animation. Shoujo manga has gifted us unforgettable stories, but sadly, not all of them make it to the anime screen….

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Donghua | Drama | Fantasy | Featured | Horror | Light Novel | Mystery | Psychological | Supernatural

Lord of the Mysteries Anime: Everything You Need to Know About the Highly Anticipated Adaptation (LOTM)
ByBhaskar Mandal July 2, 2025December 18, 2025

Lord of the Mysteries is a massively popular Chinese web novel known for its steampunk world, dark mysteries, and supernatural twists. Now, with the Lord of the Mysteries anime officially in production, excitement is exploding across the anime community. Lord of the Mysteries anime is trending across India and worldwide, quickly becoming one of the…

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Comedy | Drama | Featured | Mystery | Psychological | Seinen | Shounen | The Gateway Collection

Best Detective Comedy Anime Series to Watch (From New to Old Classics)
ByBhaskar Mandal June 22, 2025December 18, 2025

Not all mysteries need to be dark and serious -some come with a side of chaos and comedy. From eccentric detectives to clueless partners, these anime series blend crime-solving with laugh-out-loud moments. If you love brainy twists and hilarious characters, here are the best detective comedy anime worth watching. Comedy Meets Crime: Must-Watch Detective Anime…

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Featured | Manga | Manga News | Misc | The Deep Dives

From Zero to Mangaka: The Crazy Stories Behind Japan’s Bestselling Creators
ByBhaskar Mandal June 4, 2025December 18, 2025

Manga’s most beloved creators often have stories as colorful as their comics. In rare interviews and magazine specials, these artists have revealed the strange twists of fate, inspirations, and struggles behind their hit series. Here we dive into the creative backgrounds of some of the world’s most famous mangaka – how they conceived One Piece,…

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