Ahankar

Description

You are looking at a rare surviving copy of “Ahankar” (अहंकार — Ego/Pride) — a vintage Hindi comic published by Tulsi Comics in the mythological drama genre. This is a deeply moving tale rooted in the timeless theme of human pride and its inevitable downfall, drawing from India’s rich storytelling tradition. Comics like these were read and cherished by millions of Hindi readers across India and are now exceedingly rare to find in any condition.

The story of Ahankar unfolds around a central character whose overwhelming sense of pride and ego sets her on a collision course with fate. The narrative explores how unchecked arrogance blinds even the most beautiful and gifted souls, leading to ruin and repentance. With the visual language of vintage Tulsi Comics — bold expressions, dramatic panel compositions, and vivid colours — the story delivers a powerful moral message wrapped in compelling drama. The cover art itself, depicting a radiant woman surrounded by a divine golden halo, captures the essence of the tale: beauty and power corrupted by vanity.

Physical Condition

This copy has been carefully examined and graded based on the actual physical copy pictured.

Grade: Good- (G-) — Well-Worn Vintage Reading Copy

Cover: The cover has substantial surface wear and abrasion across the entire face — multiple visible scuff marks and scratches are present across the artwork, particularly over the central figure. The cover art depicting the woman’s face has deep surface rubs that have worn through the ink layer in places, leaving visible scuff trails. The border of the cover has significant deterioration with edge and corner fraying. The yellow/golden halo background colour has faded considerably. The Tulsi Comics publisher logo and title text “अहंकार” in Hindi script remain legible despite the overall wear.

Spine: The spine has visible stress lines and creasing consistent with repeated reading and handling over decades.

Corners: All four corners are blunted and rounded from years of use and storage.

Interior Pages: The interior pages are in comparatively stable condition for a copy of this age — the story content is fully readable throughout. No missing pages.

Overall: This is a well-worn but complete and readable copy. The heavy cover wear places this copy firmly in the reading grade category. Ideal for Tulsi Comics collectors, fans of vintage Hindi mythological comics, and those archiving rare titles from India’s golden era of comic book publishing.

Collector Details

• Publisher: Tulsi Comics, India
• Series/Genre: Mythological Drama
• Language: Hindi
• Format: Standard digest comic book
• Era: Late 1980s – Early 1990s
• Condition Grade: Good- (G-) — Well-Worn Vintage Reading Copy

Authenticity & Value

This is an original vintage Tulsi Comics publication — not a reprint or reproduction. Tulsi Comics was one of India’s most beloved Hindi comic publishers of the late 1980s and early 1990s, operating alongside Raj Comics and Diamond Comics. Their mythological and drama titles are now among the hardest to find in the collector market. A complete, readable copy of “Ahankar” is a genuine piece of Indian comics history and a worthy addition to any serious collection.

Worldwide Shipping Available

We ship this rare vintage comic internationally with full protective packaging to ensure safe delivery. Each comic is carefully wrapped and dispatched to preserve its condition during transit. Add to your collection today — original vintage Tulsi Comics in any condition are becoming harder to find with each passing year.