‘Ms. Marvel’ Star Iman Vellani Makes Solo Comics Writing Debut With ‘Chachu’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Iman Vellani, known for her role in 'Ms. Marvel,' is making her solo comics writing debut with a new miniseries titled 'Chachu.' The series, illustrated by Marianna Ignazzi, follows a young Pakistani-Canadian woman on a journey to reconnect with her estranged uncle. Set in 1979, it explores themes of family secrets and coming of age.
- ▪Iman Vellani's 'Chachu' is a five-issue neo-noir miniseries set for release on August 5.
- ▪The story follows Leila, a 19-year-old who travels to California to reconnect with her uncle, a former private eye.
- ▪The series is co-published by Image Comics and Tiny Onion, founded by James Tynion IV.
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