Global Jury
Introducing pioneers from all across the globe
AAQUIB WANI
An experiential designer known for his immersive approach to design. Some of his most notable collaborations include Lollapalooza, India Cricket team, Spotify Rap91 and JSW Olympics ‘24 And now, he’s here to see your wheels of imagination in motion.
DEBJYOTI SAHA
An Animation Filmmaker from Mumbai, India, Debjyoti Saha leads a cutting-edge animation studio, Goppo Animation. With a knack for storytelling in his toolbelt. And now, he’s eagerly awaiting your arrival at Y3K.
HARUKA SATONAKA
A Japanese adventure ride turned Manga artist, Haruka Satonaka has seen a lot on her rides and adventures. Inspiration struck during her rides and she chose to draw them. In 2022, she travelled to Ladakh, India on Royal Enfield motorcycles. Leading to the creation of her first manga, “A Woman Rides Motorcycles in the Himalayas in India”, in 2024. And now, she’s making her way to Y3K to see your scribbles, storyboards or even epic panels.
VARUN GUPTA
Filmmaker and Creative Director of We Create Films, Varun’s creative vision rides along the crossroads of powerful storytelling and pushing boundaries technologically. His work strives to create a medley of everyday life in India with a touch of futuristic elements, creating hyper-realistic visual diaries of the Cyborgbay Universe, with the help of the latest AI tools. And now, he’s looking forward to your journey to Y3K.
RegionaL JURY
Introducing pioneers from all across the globe
Takrit Krutphum
Street-artist and motorcycle enthusiast
Thitipoom Phetsangkhat
Thai visual artist, known for his characteristic blobby design
Irvina Anissa Meisari
Automotive enthusiast, lecturer, with specialisation in Visual Communication Design.
Muchlis Fachri
Visual Artist known for art style that’s funky, absurd, vibrant and hard to imitate
Asep Ahmad Iskandar
Festival Director of The Art of Speed
Jinhwa lee
A photographer with an eye for great moments, and an ambassador for Royal Enfield South Korea.
Zaika Dos Santos
AI Specialist, Designer, Data Scientist AND the Founder of Afrofuturismo: Arte & STEM.
Cusco Rebel
A multidisciplinary visual artist who believes in healing and evolution through art
Lucas Pedro Pessanha
An Artist and Researcher and a board member for Cyberfunk, a collection inspired by the fashion and culture of Rio’s black youth
Mateo Velásquez
A skilled Publicist and Branding Expert
Bohio Playa Brand
Passionate bikers and designers, infuse Bohío Playa with their love for motorcycling and design.
Laura Lozano
A master of airbrushing and plastic art, with over 12 years of experience, renowned for her detailed and passionate customizations
Guillermo Oliveti
A creative force who blends industrial design with a passion for illustration.
Alejo Camozzi
A Visual Communication Designer with a knack for blending art and technology
Salvador Colin
A versatile visual artist and designer whose work vibrates with the thrill of the open road
Mao Gronewold
An Art and Creative Director with a La Salle University degree and a vibrant Mexican heritage
Alastor
A rising star in Key Arts, merging his love for geek culture, photography, and film
Jeremy
Motorcycle Designer & Artist
Al Best
Graphic Designer & Illustrator
Comic Mentors
Panelists for the Special Category: Comic art mentorship program
Tadam Gyadu
A comic book artist based in New Delhi, India, Tadam Gyadu, is a huge comic and superhero fan. He has worked for eminent comic book publishers like Marvel Comics on popular characters including Spider Man, The Avengers, Ghost Rider, Iron Man, and more.
Anirudh Singh
Creator and author of superhero comics Shaitaan and Caster, Anirudh Singh has written numerous comic book series and conceptualised characters, along with screenplays for various films and web series. His writing delves into diverse genres like mythology, science fiction, and horror and has been featured in a variety of international publications.
Prasada Rao
Prasada Rao (Pressy) is a comic book colourist based in Hyderabad, India with over 10 years of experience creating covers and sequential art.His works include The Village, Caster, One Championship, Variant covers for DC Comics and Action Comics.