He is not a cosplayer. He is not hiding behind a mask. He is not pretending to be Arthur Shelby, because he is Arthur Shelby. The one and only Paul Anderson is coming to Cyprus. And when you spot him walking the corridors of Comic Con, remember, you’re looking at the real deal.
As Arthur once growled in Peaky Blinders: “This place is under new management by Order of the peaky Blinders" this time, it’s not fiction. It’s Cyprus Comic Con.
The beloved star, is officially coming to this year’s Cyprus Comic Con. He will be one of the Special Guests at the event taking place on October 4–5 at the State Fair Grounds in Nicosia.
Comic Con visitors will not only get the chance to meet Anderson in person but also talk all things Peaky Blinders and more. Fans can purchase €20 tokens to redeem for either a photo or an autograph, with the option to buy extra tokens for both. Anderson will also take the stage for Q&A panels in Hall A on both Saturday and Sunday at 14:00.
Known to many as “Boycey,” Anderson has built a career that stretches far beyond his role in the Shelby crime family. He starred in The Firm (2009), appeared in the acclaimed Legend (2015) and The Revenant (2015), and joined Hollywood hits like Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows and the war drama ’71.
A record-breaking guest lineup
Cyprus Comic Con 2025 will feature the largest guest lineup in its history, with nearly 50 international guests from Europe, America, and Asia. Among them are:
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Craig Fairbrass, Chef Zeff in Netflix’s One Piece, the voice of Ghost in Call of Duty, and star of Rise of the Footsoldier.
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Jason Paige, the legendary voice of the original Pokémon Theme Song.
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Portuguese illustrator Luis Coelho.
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Swedish artist Feefal.
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Cosplayers Pilerud (Sweden) as Totoro, Micke Askernas (Sweden) as RoboCop, Anaelic (UK), and Insoriel Cosplay (Cyprus).
J-Rock band ЯeaL Ryoko and more...
In a major cultural highlight, Japanese all-female J-Rock band ЯeaL Ryoko (vocals/guitar), Fumiha (bass), and Aika (drums) will perform live for the first time ever in Cyprus, promising a show to remember.
Adding to the excitement is the brand-new Japan Zone, where visitors can explore everything from traditional and modern Japanese music and live performances to anime/KPOP/JPOP DJ sets, authentic takoyaki, and even traditional kimonos.
Wrestling and Gaming
Back by popular demand, Pro Wrestling Cyprus will bring over 25 professional wrestlers from the UK, Italy, and France for two days of nonstop action. Visitors can also dive into the Medieval Zone, Artists’ Alley, Creative Corridor, cosplay competitions, tabletop gaming, STEM & game dev showcases, and even a Film Festival with €2,000 in awards. Gamers can test their skills in Limit Break Gaming with €5,000 in prizes, while kids can enjoy a dedicated Kids Zone.
To top it all off, the weekend kicks off with a massive Opening Party, featuring performances by ЯeaL and local band FUSE.
Tickets Now on Sale
Pre-sale tickets are already available:
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€5 for the Friday Opening Ceremony
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€12 for a single day
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€20 for a weekend pass
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€35 Early Access
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€50 Early Access Bundle
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€100 VIP
Cosplayers enter for free.
For full details and tickets, visit www.cypruscomiccon.org.
