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NERDIST AND GEEK & SUNDRY RETURN TO SAN DIEGO WITH CAMP CONIVAL

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Legendary Digital Networks will once again head down to San Diego for a 4-day takeover of Petco Park for a third year for Camp Conival: a trip back in time to everything that you loved about summer camp. Headlined by Nerdist and Geek & Sundry, programming highlights include panels and interviews with some of the biggest names in entertainment.  Confirmed talent stopping by Camp Conival include: Luc Besson (Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets), Misha Collins, Cara Delevigne (Valerian), Bryan Fuller (American Gods), Josh Holloway (Colony), Robert Kirkman (Outcast), Leonard Maltin (Maltin on Movies Podcast), Ian McShane (American Gods), Adam Savage, the cast of Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD, Ash vs Evil Dead, MST3K, and many more!

Nerdist and Geek & Sundry will kick things off on Thursday night as the official hosts of the Lionsgate Party in celebration of the upcoming POWER RANGERS movie.  This invite-only VIP event will take place at Petco Park.

Best of all, the activation is open to the public allowing ALL attendees the opportunity to experience Camp Conival, which will feature returning favorite Nerdist laser tag, Geek & Sundry archery course and board game area, photo booth, beauty giveaways from Espionage Cosmetics and more! The activation will be open at Petco Park at the following times:

THURSDAY, JULY 21 and FRIDAY, JULY 22:  11 AM – 5 PM

SATURDAY, JULY 23 from 11 AM – 6 PM

SUNDAY, JULY 24 from 11 AM – 4 PM

For the most up to date schedule of Nerdist and Geek & Sundry Camp Conival activities and news, please stay tuned to www.nerdist.com and www.geekandsundry.com and follow them on Twitter @nerdist and @geekandsundry #conival.

Schedule of Camp Conival Events*

 

*Please note that the Main Stage and Meadows Stage are located on the second floor concourse at Petco Park.  Guest lineup is subject to change.

 

THURSDAY

11:15am Bizarre States Live (Meadows Stage)

12:40pm Cast of Preacher (Main Stage)

1:00pm Nerve – Dave Franco, Emma Roberts, Henry Joost, and Ariel Schulman (Main Stage)

1:15pm Colony – Josh Holloway, Sarah Wayne-Callies, Ryan Condal, Adrian Pasdar, Tory Kittles, and Peter Jacobson (Main Stage)

1:30pm Paul Cornell signing (Meadows Stage)

2:00pm Scorpion – Katharine McPhee, Eddie Kaye Thomas, Jadyn Wong, and Ari Stidham (Main Stage)

2:30pm Power Rangers – Becky G, Ludi Lin, Dacre Montgomery, Naomi Scott, RJ Cyler, and Dean Israelite (Main Stage)

3:00pm Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets – Luc Besson, Cara Delevigne, and Dane DeHaan (Main Stage)

3:00pm Bizarre States meet & greet (Meadows Stage)

3:30pm Voice cast of Call of Duty (Main Stage)

4:15pm Wyonna Earp – Melanie Scrofano, Shamier Anderson, Tim Rozon, Dominique Provost-Chalkley, and Katherine Barrell (Main Stage)

 

FRIDAY
11:00am Dark Matter – Anthony Lemke, Jodelle Ferland, Melissa O’Neil, Alex Mallari Jr., and Melanie Liburd (Main Stage)

11:20am Rick & Morty – Dan Harmon, Justin Roiland, Ryan Ridley, Sarah Chalke, and Spencer Grammer (Main Stage)

11:30am Cavan Scott signing (Meadows Stage)

11:45am American Gods – Bryan Fuller, Michael Green, Ricky Whittle, Ian McShane, Pablo Schreiber, Yetide Badaki, and Bruce Langley (Main Stage)

12:15pm Firebrand – Jessica Chobot, Erika Lewis, and Claudia Aguirre (Meadows Stage)

1:00pm Genndy Tartakovsky (Main Stage)

1:00pm Firebrand signing (Meadows Stage)

1:25pm Geek & Sundry Twitch with Ivan Van Norman & guests (Main Stage)

2:00pm Cast of Fear the Walking Dead (Main Stage)

3:00pm Felicia Day Q&A (Main Stage)

3:30pm Revolution signing (Meadows Stage)

4:00pm Creators of Voltron: Legendary Defender (Main Stage)

4:15pm Maltin on Movies live with Doug Benson (Main Stage)

 

SATURDAY

11am The Woods – Adam Wingard, Simon Barrett, Keith Calder and Jessica Wu (Main Stage)

11:30am The Science of Star Trek with Kyle Hill, Adam Savage, Spyridon, and Diana Cowern (Main Stage)

11:30am Clod Read Radio Live (Meadows Stage)

12:15pm Legends of Tomorrow – Victor Garber, Brandon Routh, Arthur Darvill, Dominic Purcell, Franz Drameh, Caity Lotz, Nick Zano, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, Phil Klemmer, and Marc Guggenheim (Main Stage)

12:30pm Geek & Sundry’s Critical Role (Main Stage)

1:30pm Outcast – Robert Kirkman, Chris Black, Patrick Fugit, Philip Glenister, Wrenn Schmidt, and Reg E. Cathey (Main Stage)

2:00pm Misha Collins (Main Stage)

2:00pm Geek & Sundry’s Critical Role meet & greet (Meadows Stage)

3:00pm Cast and creators of Lucifer (Main Stage)

3:00pm Sam Maggs signing (Meadows Stage)

3:15 Sherlock – Steven Moffat, Mark Gatiss, Sue Vertue, and Amanda Abbington (Main Stage)

3:30pm Agents of SHIELD – Clark Gregg, Ming-Na Wen, Chloe Bennett, Henry Simmons, Elizabeth Henstridge, Iain De Caestecker, Maurissa Tancharoen, Jed Whedon, Jeff Bell, Jeph Loeb (Main Stage)

4:00pm MST3K – Joel Hodgson, Felicia Day, Jonah Ray, Hampton Yount and Baron Vaughn (Main Stage)

5:00pm Ash vs. Evil Dead – Bruce Campbell, Dana DeLorenzo, Ray Santiago, Lee Majors, Ted Raimi, Rob Tapert (Main Stage)

5:15pm Half Hour Happy Hour Live (Meadows Stage)

5:30pm Fangirling Live! – Alicia Lutes, Rachel Heine, and Sam Maggs (Main Stage)

 

SUNDAY

11:00am Secret Headquarters Live! – Dan Casey & guests (Main Stage)

11:30am Inkshares – Ryan Copple, Jeremy Thomas, Mordicai Knode, Zach Linville, and Dave Barrett (Main Stage)

1:00pm Fallout: Nuka Break (Main Stage)

2:00pm Marc Guggenheim signing (Meadows Stage)

With more surprises and guests still to be announced! For live updates, please visit http://nerdi.st/CampConival

 

Schedule of Official 2016 SDCC Nerdist and Geek & Sundry Panels

 

Geek & Sundry Panel

Thursday, 7/21/16, 12:00pm – 1:00pm, Room: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront

 

Nerdist Panel

Thursday, 7/21/16, 1:00pm – 2:00pm, Room: Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront

 

Nerdist TV Panel

Thursday, 7/21/16, 5:30pm – 6:30pm, Room: 6A

 

Geek & Sundry’s Live’s Trivia Panel

Friday, 7/22/16, 7:30pm – 8:30pm, Room: 8

 

Nerdist News Live

Saturday, 7/23/16, 4:00pm – 5:00pm, Horton Grand

 

Geek & Sundry’s Critical Role Cast Q&A

Saturday, 7/23/16, 7:30pm – 8:30pm, Room: 24ABC

 

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The Life and Times of Kota Srinivasa Rao: A Pillar of Indian Cinema Bids Farewell

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On July 13, 2025, Indian cinema lost one of its most enduring lights—Kota Srinivasa Rao, a name that has been woven into the very fabric of Telugu cinema and Indian film history for nearly five decades. He was 77.

To speak of Kota garu is to speak of a man who embodied the soul of acting, not merely performance, but lived truth on screen. As a journalist who has spent years documenting the landscape of Indian entertainment, and more importantly, as a lifelong admirer of its emotional and artistic depth, I find it nearly impossible to separate the arc of my love for Telugu cinema from the face, voice, and commanding presence of Kota Srinivasa Rao.

Born on July 10, 1948, in Kankipadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kota Srinivasa Rao was the son of freedom fighter and dramatist Kota Seetha Rama Anjaneyulu. The stage called to him early, long before the silver screen embraced him. His transition from theater to cinema in the late 1970s was seamless, natural, and even. His debut in K. Viswanath’s Pranam Khareedu (1978) may have seemed modest at the time, but in hindsight, it was the quiet ignition of a force that would later dominate the craft of acting across genres and generations.

Kota Garu was never a man of one shade. He could play a corrupt politician one moment and a hapless, loving father the next—with equal gravitas and complete immersion. Who could forget his roles in Gaayam, Shiva, Aha Naa Pellanta, Pratighatana, Money, Anaganaga Oka Roju, Leader, and Tagore? These weren’t just performances; they were living case studies in human contradiction and nuance.

In Aa Naluguru, his portrayal of a morally grey newspaper editor offered a sobering mirror to society. In comedies like Hello Brother, his deadpan wit was so precise that it could make audiences erupt with laughter on a single line delivery. Every filmmaker—from K. Viswanath to Ram Gopal Varma, Krishna Vamsi to Sekhar Kammula—sought him out, not just for his craft, but for his wisdom. Watching him act was never passive; it was an education.

Kota Srinivasa Rao did not rely on grand gestures. He mastered silence, pauses, and subtle shifts of the eye or lip. His voice—a deep, gravelly cadence seasoned with satire and command—could either be a thunderclap or a whisper that echoed.

To those of us in the audience, especially those who grew up in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, his voice became part of our lives. We knew it like we knew the changing winds before the monsoon. Even when he wasn’t on screen, you could feel his influence in the rhythm of dialogue and the texture of storytelling.

Despite his towering fame, Kota garu remained rooted. His brief but meaningful stint in politics—elected as MLA from Vijayawada East in 1999—reflected his desire to contribute beyond the screen. But he soon returned to his first love: the cinema.

His accolades are many, including the Padma Shri (2015) and multiple Nandi Awards, but what truly set him apart was how loved and respected he was by peers and audiences alike. For young actors and directors, working with Kota garu was a rite of passage.

Jr NTR once said in an interview, “You don’t act with Kota garu. You surrender. And in doing so, you become better without even realizing it.”

As the film industry and fans across India mourn his passing, one thing becomes clear: Kota Srinivasa Rao was not just part of Indian cinema—he was one of its pillars. He leaves behind a legacy that transcends language and time. He proved, over and over again, that you don’t need to be the lead to lead a scene. That character is not just something you play—it’s something you embody.

For those of us who grew up seeing him on VHS tapes, in dusty cinema halls, on cable TV reruns, and later streaming platforms, Kota garu’s presence was a constant. He was a reminder of what cinema was, and what it could be—pure, affecting, transformative.

As I write this not just as a journalist, but as someone whose very identity has been shaped by Indian films, I say: thank you, Kota garu. For the laughter. For the fear. For the wisdom. For the truth. Your performances were never just “roles.” They were lessons in being human.

In Gaayam, you once delivered the haunting line:
“Nijam cheppadam easy kaadu… adhi cheppataniki guts kavali.”
(“Telling the truth is not easy… It takes courage to speak it.”)

You spoke the truth through every role, and we heard you—loud and clear.

Your absence leaves a void, but your art remains. And in that, you are eternal.

Rest in peace, Kota Srinivasa Rao garu. Your voice may have fallen silent, but your cinema will echo forever.

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FX’s Alien: Earth Makes Impact at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 With World Premiere, Epic Hall H Panel, and Immersive Activation

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Get ready to scream, San Diego.

FX is going full-throttle at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, transporting fans into the spine-chilling world of Alien: Earth — the brand-new television series from visionary creator Noah Hawley (Fargo, Legion), inspired by the legendary sci-fi horror film franchise. Between a can’t-miss world premiere in Hall H and an atmospheric, interactive activation titled “The Wreckage,” this year’s FX slate will leave fans trembling in anticipation ahead of the show’s official premiere on Tuesday, August 12 on FX and Hulu.

👽 Enter the Wreckage: FX’s Alien: Earth Immersive Experience
Located on the Hilton Bayfront Lawn, “The Wreckage” lets fans step foot inside the ominous remains of the USCSS Maginot, a ship torn from deep space and crash-landed on Earth. This thrilling, two-part activation features daytime exploration and an after-dark survival horror mission dubbed Code Red — a terrifying twist perfect for the brave.

🔥 Highlights Include:
Alien: Earth: Code Red – A nighttime horror maze experience you won’t forget

Interactive Prodigy Corp Drop Site – Sign up as an FX Insider and unlock VR exclusives and giveaways

Exclusive Merch & Collabs – Enjoy in-world beverages from Chain, the cult-favorite pop-cuisine creators

Podcast Studio – Live interviews with talent, influencers, and creatives all weekend long

🗓️ Activation Dates & Times:

Date Daytime Hours Code Red Hours
Thu, July 24 11am–4pm 4:30pm–8pm
Fri, July 25 10am–4pm 4:30pm–10pm
Sat, July 26 10am–4pm 4:30pm–10pm
Sun, July 27 11am–3pm —

📍 Location: Hilton Bayfront Lawn, 1 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
🎟️ Admission is free. Ages 18+. Press can skip the line by RSVPing to madison.welsh@civic-us.com

🎬 Hall H World Premiere: Alien Lands at Comic-Con
The hype doesn’t end on the lawn. On Friday, July 25 from 1:25pm–2:50pm, FX takes over Hall H for the world premiere of Alien: Earth, screening the pilot episode before its global release.

Fans in Hall H will be the first on Earth to witness the terrifying new story, starring Sydney Chandler as a young woman who must lead a squad of soldiers through a world where extraterrestrial nightmares have arrived — and they’re not alone.

Following the screening, creator Noah Hawley, executive producer David W. Zucker, and the cast will participate in a Q&A, diving deep into the making of this bold, horrifying new chapter in the Alien universe.

🧬 About Alien: Earth
When a derelict alien spacecraft crash-lands on Earth, a dark and deadly mystery begins to unravel. As humanity faces the planet’s greatest threat yet, survival may rest in the hands of those least expected. Packed with dread, awe, and action, Alien: Earth builds on decades of cinematic legacy while exploring timely themes and fresh characters.

The series premieres August 12 on FX, and will stream on Hulu (and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers). Internationally, it will stream on Disney+.

🌌 Stay Connected:
🌐 Visit FXSDCC.com for updates and schedules

📱 Sign up to become an FX Insider: fx.tv/alien-earth-insider

📸 Follow @FXNetworks on socials for behind-the-scenes exclusives

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Hank Hill’s Backyard Takes Over SDCC 2025 – Propane and All

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Hulu, the go-to streaming destination for adult animation, is back at San Diego Comic-Con 2025! This year, they are bringing Arlen, Texas, from the iconic King of the Hill franchise to life right outside the Convention Center. Guests will step inside Hank Hill’s Backyard for a big ole cookout, complete with BBQ bites served up throughout the day, classic lawn games, themed photo ops, and a cold can of Alamo (water) to beat the heat.

Located next to the Convention Center on the Bayfront’s Parking Lot (Fifth Ave Landing – Lot A1) – 600 Convention Way, San Diego, CA 92101 – Hank Hill’s Backyard will allow fans to experience what life is like in Arlen, Texas. Starting July 24 at 11:30 am – 7 pm, July 25-26 from 9:30 am-7 pm daily, and July 27 from 9:30 am–5 pm, Hank Hill’s Backyard will transport fans into the world of Arlen, where they can interact with legendary moments from the show.

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