“True, comics are a popular art, and yes, I believe their primary obligation is to entertain, but comics can go beyond that, and when they do, they move from silliness to significance,” Bill Watterson, American artist and the author of the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes had stated this years ago, but his words seem to resonate in several comic books, today. While most comics continue to enchant, amuse and entertain readers with their mythology or fantasy-driven content, many are treading the unchartered terrain by using socially relevant themes, now.

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“We have always believed that comics and illustrated art is a very effective conduit to talk about not just entertainment but a variety of topics. They have a universal appeal and can be interpreted by a wide audience. Social issues are what each one of us has to deal with, every single day. So, why not address them in a format which everyone is familiar with, which is not preachy and can depict the message visually as well as through the text content?” reasons Vishvesh Desai, CEO, Division 91 Studios, that has branched out into new territory where their titles are addressing social issues.
Division 91 Studios has worked with an NGO, based out of Africa to create a comic series targeted towards youth dealing with problems like drugs, AIDS, financial stability, racism and education. They have also created comics dealing with issues such as water conservation, saving electricity and the education for the girl child.