Fandomania, an U25 Fandom and Pop-Culture Quiz under Jigisha 4.0
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About This Presentation
Explore Fandomania – 4th Edition, a high-energy, passion-fueled quiz experience celebrating the vibrant worlds of pop culture and fandoms. Crafted for die-hard fans, college quiz clubs, and trivia lovers, this edition dives into the universes of movies, TV shows, anime, comics, music, gaming, spor...
Explore Fandomania – 4th Edition, a high-energy, passion-fueled quiz experience celebrating the vibrant worlds of pop culture and fandoms. Crafted for die-hard fans, college quiz clubs, and trivia lovers, this edition dives into the universes of movies, TV shows, anime, comics, music, gaming, sports, and internet culture — all brought together in one epic showdown.
Featuring Prelims, Finals, and Written rounds, Fandomania delivers a dynamic mix of questions inspired by iconic fandoms, cult classics, and legendary creators — from Marvel to Middle-earth, Taylor Swift to Tarantino, Star Wars to Studio Ghibli, and far beyond.
Perfect for college fests, fandom conventions, or casual quiz nights, this 4th edition challenges not just what you watch or play, but how deeply you live your fandoms.
Whether you’re a quizmaster, a superfan, or simply someone who loves a good pop-culture faceoff, Fandomania is your ultimate gateway to the worlds where fandoms collide and imagination reigns supreme.
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Language: en
Added: Oct 27, 2025
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4 Edition
th FANDOMANIA presents
Quizmasters
Prelims
Fandomania
A total of 20 Questions.
Every question carries 1 mark (0.5 + 0.5 in
case of part marking)
5, 10, 14, 17, 20 are star questions
Use of any unfair means will lead to
disqualification
Rules
This massive, state-of-the-art meth lab was hidden
underneath an industrial laundry facility called Lavandería
Brillante. It had cameras, ventilation systems, and even a
specialized filtration setup to hide the smell. Only a small
crew, including Gale and later Jesse, ever cooked here under
Gus Fring’s orders. Its destruction marked a major turning
point in the series.
What is the name of this underground lab?1
Who choreographed Wednesday’s popular Rave'N dance?2
This cold, concrete shelter feels like a place frozen outside of time.
Over the years, it has been everything - a hiding spot, a crime scene,
and even a secret lab for experiments with a machine that can twist
time itself. Its walls have seen murders, kidnappings, and countless
desperate attempts to stop Winden’s endless cycle. People from
different timelines have crossed paths here, sometimes without
even realizing they were meeting their past or future selves.
Name this shelter/bunker. 3
A Japanese Manga series created by Osamu Tezuka in 1952 tells the
story of an android boy with human emotions, built by a scientist
named Umataro Tenma after losing his son, Tobio. This series has left
a significant legacy worldwide, influencing many writers. One such
writer, Naoki Urasawa, was inspired by Tezuka's work and adapted his
The Greatest Robot on Earth storyline arc into a dark murder mystery,
which featured characters from the above mentioned series. This
new adaptation was published from 2003 to 2009 and recently had
an anime adaptation on Netflix.
What is the name of this latter series?4
This actor began his career with the short film Multi-Facial and gained
widespread recognition with a supporting role in the Academy Award-
winning film Saving Private Ryan. Known for his deep and grumpy
voice, he has since become one of Hollywood's most bankable stars
and the lead protagonist in one of the biggest movie franchises of all
time. Over the years, he has also become a massive meme sensation
on the internet, largely due to a recurring theme in many of his
movies. He’s also a part of Marvel Cinematic Universe and his
character played a big role against Thanos.
What is his real name?5
During the Cold War, a test pilot pushing a supersonic jet to its limits
was struck by lightning mid-flight—and emerged with super speed. As
he explored his powers, obsession took root, and he formed a cult-like
following devoted to speed. In a clash with golden-age hero Max
Mercury, he was hurled into the Speed Force, vanishing for decades.
When he finally returned, the world had moved on—and so had its
speedsters. Fueled by resentment, he turned against the Flash family.
Identify this villain whose name was borrowed from an obscure Vedic
deity associated with Surya, the Sun God.6
When Eken Babu first took shape, it wasn’t the high-production detective
drama audiences know today. The show started small, with limited
resources, relying on creativity over scale. Instead of elaborate sets, the
team turned to Kolkata’s expanding suburbs, where the glass towers and
sprawling courtyards provided the perfect backdrop.
In this landscape, this area became central. Its modern high-rises, gated
layouts, and everyday community spaces doubled as Bapi’s home and
other city locations, grounding the story in a believable, urban setting
doubling down for showing the location as a complex of Bengaluru.
Which location/landscape is being talked about here? (Image in next slide)7
7
8 This was a fan-made
study on a famous
scene from a late
2010’s movie. Simply
identify the movie.
9
So in the interview which was aired shortly after the 2nd anniversary of the show,
the executive producer of the show revealed that he challenged creator Jean-
Yves Raimbaud to imagine Tom and Jerry for the year 2000. The result was a
chaotic, modern take on the classic cat-versus-mouse formula, but with a twist .
The series amplifies slapstick to extreme levels, turning everyday objects into
outrageous punchlines, while drawing visual inspiration from animation legends
like Chuck Jones and Tex Avery. Character names nod to punk music with the
main harbingers of chaos named after members of The Ramones and the minimal
dialogue and expressive gags give the show wide international appeal.
Identify the Show and the executive producer. 9
Stephanie Beatriz who plays the hardboiled Detective Rosa
Diaz in Brooklyn 99 has also played a side character in another
classic Sit-Com. The character she plays was the sister of one
of the major characters. Interestingly, this character is the
polar opposite to that of Rosa Diaz.
Name the Sit-Com and the name of the character.10
Arabella Stanton is a child actress known for her role as
Matilda in West End's production of Matilda the Musical.
However her claim to fame is for her casting in a
production that is yet to be aired.
Identify the character she's set to star as. 11
Girl meets World is the second generation sitcom that brings back
popular faces from the 1993 American sitcom Boy Meets World, a
coming-of-age storyline about Corey Matthews and his best friend
Shawn Hunter. Girl meets World follows a similar storyline, however
instead of the young boys, features two young girls Riley Matthews
and Maya Hart.
The two actresses, now have grown and the actress of Maya is
known for a different profession in showbiz with a huge fanbase.
Give me the name of the actress. 12
In 1872, a group of businessmen began bottling a newly discovered
spring under the name “____ Vichy,” named after Vichy, France. In
1903, the French Republic sued the company for using "Vichy" in
their name. In the mid-1980s, it was bought by Anheuser-Busch.
Then Evian bought the company from him. Evian shut down the local
set-up. And in 1992, a group of local investors purchased the
company and re-opened set-up. In 2021, the brand was sold to
BlueTriton Brands. In 2025, the brand went viral online after a social
media influencer's daily videos.
Identify the brand.13
Name this psychiatric hospital in Pennsylvania. Online, the
hospital claims to offer therapeutic services. However, in reality,
the center is a subsidiary of Vought International that
experiments on civilians.
At first glance, it appears to be a normal mental hospital,
however it is actually a facility created by Vought with the
purpose of developing new drugs by illegally experimenting on
its patients.14
In this fictional universe, Voltaire Hiwatari and his ruthless team,
the Demolition Boys, aim to conquer the world by winning the X
World Championship—using every dirty trick in the book. He even
sends his grandson Kai from Russia to dominate Japanese
tournaments. But in Japan, Kai meets Kenny, Ray Kon, Max Tate, and
Tyson Granger, and the five unite to form a team. Together, they
rise through local and continental tournaments, eventually
defeating the Demolition Boys and crushing Voltaire’s ambitions.
Name this legendary team.15
Born into celestial privilege, X once lived among the gods untouched by
war, poverty, or consequence. But when his father chose to abandon their
divine lineage and live among commoners, the boy's paradise turned to
torment. Stripped of status and mercy, he witnessed humanity at its
ugliest and something inside him shattered. Clinging to the remnants of his
lost royalty, he forged a new path: building a criminal empire, manipulating
nations like chess pieces, and pulling strings literally and politically from
the shadows. At one point, he held the world hostage with a single
classified secret, forcing even the highest powers to bend to his will. A
warlord, a tyrant, a fallen god in pink feathers.
Who is X?16
1.Start with two slices of fresh sourdough bread and spread chipotle mayo on both sides.
2.Layer on roast beef or pastrami, then add lobster meat (or crab) and roast chicken.
3.Add pickles, crispy bacon, and a slice of sharp cheddar.
4.Sprinkle in fresh dill for flavor.
5.Spread a touch of honey tart or fruit preserve as a stand-in for the royal tart toop.
6.Slip in an edible flower.
7.Season lightly with sea salt.
8.Top with lettuce and tomato, then close the sandwich.
9.Press gently, slice in half, and enjoy your mathematical masterpiece. 17
This was the first major YouTube recreation of a certain dish which appeared
in 2014, when Rosanna Pansino featured it on her Nerdy Nummies channel.
Using real-world substitutes for the show’s quirky ingredients, she crafted a
playful, edible version that quickly went viral. While others had tried smaller
attempts, her polished video cemented the sandwich as a fan-favorite
across YouTube and geek food culture.
Identify the Dish and subsequently the famous Show.17
Identify the Game based on the famous franchise. 18
In his series "The Trials of X" author Rick Riordan introduces Lester
Papadopoulos, a human incarnation of the Olympian X, who has
been cursed to remain a human till he corrected certain issues
regarding the ancient Oracles.
The series revolves around the Olympian coming to terms with his
humanity and learning to work with his demigod friend Meg
McCaffrey.
Identify X.19
Disney Frozen was inspired by a story by a popular
“fairytale writer” however the character that inspired
the new main character was known for having
completely opposite “character traits” than that of
the Frozen character.
Name the story and the author. 20
Thank You
This massive, state-of-the-art meth lab was hidden
underneath an industrial laundry facility called Lavandería
Brillante. It had cameras, ventilation systems, and even a
specialized filtration setup to hide the smell. Only a small
crew, including Gale and later Jesse, ever cooked here under
Gus Fring’s orders. Its destruction marked a major turning
point in the series.
What is the name of this underground lab?1
Answer The Superlab
Who choreographed Wednesday’s popular Rave'N dance?2
Answer Jenna Ortega
This cold, concrete shelter feels like a place frozen outside of time.
Over the years, it has been everything - a hiding spot, a crime scene,
and even a secret lab for experiments with a machine that can twist
time itself. Its walls have seen murders, kidnappings, and countless
desperate attempts to stop Winden’s endless cycle. People from
different timelines have crossed paths here, sometimes without
even realizing they were meeting their past or future selves.
Name this shelter/bunker. 3
Answer Doppler
A Japanese Manga series created by Osamu Tezuka in 1952 tells the
story of an android boy with human emotions, built by a scientist
named Umataro Tenma after losing his son, Tobio. This series has left
a significant legacy worldwide, influencing many writers. One such
writer, Naoki Urasawa, was inspired by Tezuka's work and adapted his
The Greatest Robot on Earth storyline arc into a dark murder mystery,
which featured characters from the above mentioned series. This
new adaptation was published from 2003 to 2009 and recently had
an anime adaptation on Netflix.
What is the name of this latter series?4
Answer Pluto
This actor began his career with the short film Multi-Facial and gained
widespread recognition with a supporting role in the Academy Award-
winning film Saving Private Ryan. Known for his deep and grumpy
voice, he has since become one of Hollywood's most bankable stars
and the lead protagonist in one of the biggest movie franchises of all
time. Over the years, he has also become a massive meme sensation
on the internet, largely due to a recurring theme in many of his
movies. He’s also a part of Marvel Cinematic Universe and his
character played a big role against Thanos.
What is his real name?5
Answer Marc Sinclair
(Vin Diesel)
During the Cold War, a test pilot pushing a supersonic jet to its limits
was struck by lightning mid-flight—and emerged with super speed. As
he explored his powers, obsession took root, and he formed a cult-like
following devoted to speed. In a clash with golden-age hero Max
Mercury, he was hurled into the Speed Force, vanishing for decades.
When he finally returned, the world had moved on—and so had its
speedsters. Fueled by resentment, he turned against the Flash family.
Identify this villain whose name was borrowed from an obscure Vedic
deity associated with Surya, the Sun God.6
Answer Savitar
When Eken Babu first took shape, it wasn’t the high-production detective
drama audiences know today. The show started small, with limited
resources, relying on creativity over scale. Instead of elaborate sets, the
team turned to Kolkata’s expanding suburbs, where the glass towers and
sprawling courtyards provided the perfect backdrop.
In this landscape, this area became central. Its modern high-rises, gated
layouts, and everyday community spaces doubled as Bapi’s home and
other city locations, grounding the story in a believable, urban setting
doubling down for showing the location as a complex of Bengaluru.
Which location/landscape is being talked about here? (Image in next slide)7
7
Answer Uniworld City
8 This was a fan-made
study on a famous
scene from a late
2010’s movie. Simply
identify the movie.
Answer Baahubali 2
9
So in the interview which was aired shortly after the 2nd anniversary of the show,
the executive producer of the show revealed that he challenged creator Jean-
Yves Raimbaud to imagine Tom and Jerry for the year 2000. The result was a
chaotic, modern take on the classic cat-versus-mouse formula, but with a twist .
The series amplifies slapstick to extreme levels, turning everyday objects into
outrageous punchlines, while drawing visual inspiration from animation legends
like Chuck Jones and Tex Avery. Character names nod to punk music with the
main harbingers of chaos named after members of The Ramones and the minimal
dialogue and expressive gags give the show wide international appeal.
Identify the Show and the executive producer. 9
Answer Oggy and the Cockroaches
Marc du Pontavice
Stephanie Beatriz who plays the hardboiled Detective Rosa
Diaz in Brooklyn 99 has also played a side character in another
classic Sit-Com. The character she plays was the sister of one
of the major characters. Interestingly, this character is the
polar opposite to that of Rosa Diaz.
Name the Sit-Com and the name of the character.10
Answer Modern Family,
Sonia Ramirez
Arabella Stanton is a child actress known for her role as
Matilda in West End's production of Matilda the Musical.
However her claim to fame is for her casting in a
production that is yet to be aired.
Identify the character she's set to star as. 11
Answer Hermione Granger
Girl meets World is the second generation sitcom that brings back
popular faces from the 1993 American sitcom Boy Meets World, a
coming-of-age storyline about Corey Matthews and his best friend
Shawn Hunter. Girl meets World follows a similar storyline, however
instead of the young boys, features two young girls Riley Matthews
and Maya Hart.
The two actresses, now have grown and the actress of Maya is
known for a different profession in showbiz with a huge fanbase.
Give me the name of the actress. 12
Answer Sabrina Carpenter
In 1872, a group of businessmen began bottling a newly discovered
spring under the name “____ Vichy,” named after Vichy, France. In
1903, the French Republic sued the company for using "Vichy" in
their name. In the mid-1980s, it was bought by Anheuser-Busch.
Then Evian bought the company from him. Evian shut down the local
set-up. And in 1992, a group of local investors purchased the
company and re-opened set-up. In 2021, the brand was sold to
BlueTriton Brands. In 2025, the brand went viral online after a social
media influencer's daily videos.
Identify the brand.13
Answer Saratoga Water
Name this psychiatric hospital in Pennsylvania. Online, the
hospital claims to offer therapeutic services. However, in reality,
the center is a subsidiary of Vought International that
experiments on civilians.
At first glance, it appears to be a normal mental hospital,
however it is actually a facility created by Vought with the
purpose of developing new drugs by illegally experimenting on
its patients.14
Answer Sage Grover
In this fictional universe, Voltaire Hiwatari and his ruthless team,
the Demolition Boys, aim to conquer the world by winning the X
World Championship—using every dirty trick in the book. He even
sends his grandson Kai from Russia to dominate Japanese
tournaments. But in Japan, Kai meets Kenny, Ray Kon, Max Tate, and
Tyson Granger, and the five unite to form a team. Together, they
rise through local and continental tournaments, eventually
defeating the Demolition Boys and crushing Voltaire’s ambitions.
Name this legendary team.15
Answer The Bladebreakers/
BBA Team
Born into celestial privilege, X once lived among the gods untouched by
war, poverty, or consequence. But when his father chose to abandon their
divine lineage and live among commoners, the boy's paradise turned to
torment. Stripped of status and mercy, he witnessed humanity at its
ugliest and something inside him shattered. Clinging to the remnants of his
lost royalty, he forged a new path: building a criminal empire, manipulating
nations like chess pieces, and pulling strings literally and politically from
the shadows. At one point, he held the world hostage with a single
classified secret, forcing even the highest powers to bend to his will. A
warlord, a tyrant, a fallen god in pink feathers.
Who is X?16
Answer Donquixote Doflamingo
1.Start with two slices of fresh sourdough bread and spread chipotle mayo on both sides.
2.Layer on roast beef or pastrami, then add lobster meat (or crab) and roast chicken.
3.Add pickles, crispy bacon, and a slice of sharp cheddar.
4.Sprinkle in fresh dill for flavor.
5.Spread a touch of honey tart or fruit preserve as a stand-in for the royal tart toop.
6.Slip in an edible flower.
7.Season lightly with sea salt.
8.Top with lettuce and tomato, then close the sandwich.
9.Press gently, slice in half, and enjoy your mathematical masterpiece. 17
This was the first major YouTube recreation of a certain dish which appeared
in 2014, when Rosanna Pansino featured it on her Nerdy Nummies channel.
Using real-world substitutes for the show’s quirky ingredients, she crafted a
playful, edible version that quickly went viral. While others had tried smaller
attempts, her polished video cemented the sandwich as a fan-favorite
across YouTube and geek food culture.
Identify the Dish and subsequently the famous Show.17
Answer Jake’s Perfect Sandwich,
Adventure Time
Identify the Game based on the famous franchise. 18
Answer Game of Thrones:
War of Westeros
In his series "The Trials of X" author Rick Riordan introduces Lester
Papadopoulos, a human incarnation of the Olympian X, who has
been cursed to remain a human till he corrected certain issues
regarding the ancient Oracles.
The series revolves around the Olympian coming to terms with his
humanity and learning to work with his demigod friend Meg
McCaffrey.
Identify X.19
Answer Apollo
Disney Frozen was inspired by a story by a popular
“fairytale writer” however the character that inspired
the new main character was known for having
completely opposite “character traits” than that of
the Frozen character.
Name the story and the author. 20
Answer The Snow Queen by
Hans Christian Andersen
Thank You
4 Edition
th FANDOMANIA presents
Finals
Fandomania
Round 1 Direct Dose
Direct +20/0
Pounce +20/-10
Bounce +10/0
Any use of unfair means will lead to disqualification
Rules
The idea of a player racing to complete Minecraft objectives while being hunted has been
around since at least 2014. Early grassroots experiments, such as a video uploaded by a
creator named Dastro, laid the foundation for what would later become “______ ______.” Back
then, the concept existed in scrappy, community-driven form — one runner versus a team
of pursuers — circulating among servers and small YouTube channels long before the
format achieved mainstream attention.
Over the following years, the format evolved as skilled PvP creators like Technoblade,
Skeppy, and Wilbur Soot experimented with chase mechanics, combat strategies, and
highlightable stunts. Boat clutches, nether portal plays, and one-life stakes became
signature elements, giving the challenge its intensity and cinematic flair. By late 2019, ______
took the concept and polished it into a repeatable, globally recognized series,
standardizing the format while maintaining the thrill of elite speedrunning against a team of
hunters.
Which now popular concept is being talked about here and who popularized it?1
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
Minecraft
Manhunt and
Dream Answer
Deep in the frozen wilderness, this secret Soviet facility was
used for brutal labor, secret experiments, and keeping
dangerous “creatures” locked up. Guards forced prisoners to
fight in a terrifying pit where a Demogorgon was released as
entertainment. A certain American was secretly held here,
where he planned a risky escape with the help of a prison
guard nicknamed Enzo.
What is the name of this prison?2
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
Kamchatka
Prison Answer
X was created by the greatest scientist of his universe after witnessing
glowing planets forming a straight line in the sky. But when it was stolen,
chaos followed—leading to the destruction of an entire planet. Ridden
with guilt, the scientist hid X and created Y as an apology, which was
although more powerful than X, but a lot less destructive. Later, an
immortal Earth-born knight was entrusted with X to slay a multi-
dimensional demonic entity and seal away its heart. In the present day,
the same demon’s followers succeed in reviving him—but a 16-year-old
boy, armed with X and an upgraded version of Y, rises to stop him and
restore peace across the universe.
Identify both X and Y.3
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
X = Ascalon
Y = Omnitrix Answer
The idea of a masked vigilante has been a prominent theme in popular
culture for a long time. Icons like Zorro, The Phantom, Doctor Syn, and
Batman are some of the most notable masked heroes from the early to
mid-20th century. However, it's often said that these characters were
inspired by the original masked hero, Sir Percy Blakeney, who first
appeared in a 1905 story by Baroness Emmuska Orczy. This character
led a double life as a wealthy, seemingly foolish Englishman in public and
a masked swordsman in private, rescuing people from the guillotine
during the French Reign of Terror.
What is the name of the story, which is also the name of the character's
vigilante alter-ego?4
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
The Scarlet Pimpernel Answer
Although “SpongeBob’s Last Stand” (2010) was released as an Earth Day
special with a clear environmental message, its most striking element is the
parody of the "_____". In the episode, SpongeBob stands in front of bulldozers
meant to destroy Jellyfish Fields for Plankton’s Shelly Superhighway
mirroring the event.
Surrounding this central image, the story follows SpongeBob and Patrick as
they campaign through protests, flyers, and the protest song “Give Jellyfish
Fields a Chance.” While the town initially ignores them, Bikini Bottom
eventually suffers from pollution, hostile jellyfish, and the collapse of the
Krusty Krab, forcing everyone to join SpongeBob in tearing down the highway
and restoring the fields.
What was the historical event? 5
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
Tiananmen Square
“Tank Man” protest Answer
The director saw himself in the character, a half-demon choosing good despite dark origins,
mirroring his own childhood when his Catholic grandmother twice attempted to exorcise him
for obsessively drawing monsters.
He fought for seven years to cast an actor who is now iconic as the character, having written
the dialogues with the actor’s delivery in mind, despite the studio wanting a bigger star.
Abe Sapien was performed by Doug Jones but voiced by David Hyde Pierce, who refused
credit to honor Jones’ work.
The director returned half his salary on the first film to improve the creature effects budget.
Some theaters refused to screen this movie, and in parts of the American South, it was
renamed to avoid religious backlash near Easter.
The Sammael creatures were designed with a Lovecraftian influence, resembling multi-eyed,
tentacled gods.
The labyrinth motif appears subtly throughout—BPRD’s gate, Rasputin’s mausoleum, and the
opening credits—as a symbol of choice and identity.
Guess the Director and the Movie. 6
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
Guillermo del Toro
Hellboy Answer
Miracurall : Cures all but one disease.
Botica Indica : Ward off Hunger and Thirst
Margarine : ?? 7
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
Increases the lifespan of cats Answer
The catch phrase of the titular character of a popular
Bengali franchise upon literal translation might mean “Of
the great ” followed by an exaggerated exclamation.
However it is implied that the phrase was never meant
literally.
Give me the titular character and the original catch phrase8
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
Tenida, De la grande
mephistopheles, yak yak!! Answer
Round 2 Atomic Vision
(AV)
Direct +20/0
Pounce +20/-10
Bounce +10/0
Any use of unfair means will lead to disqualification
Rules
1
This is an iconic scene from the original 2011 rendition of Dragon Ball Z
Kai, where Future Trunks kills a revived Frieza and his father King Cold.
However, if you stream DBZ Kai right now, there would be something
entirely different about this scene. You would notice the same change
for not just this scene, but most of the scenes from the original 98
episodes which aired in 2011. Put Funda.
Hint: Something happened during the production of the original
episodes, so the production was halted after 98 episodes. Then major
changes happened and the series would broadcast the remaining 69
episodes along with the revamped 98 episodes from earlier in 2014.
So tell me what exactly happened that led to this change?
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
Kenji Yamamoto’s Plagiarised
Score Answer
2
This is a clip from Pokemon FireRed, a remake of the original Pokemon
games. So when the games came out in 1996, there was an urban
legend spread that the truck that can be seen near the S. S. Anne hides
a certain Pokemon under it, which was totally false. The rumour got so
popular that the creators actually made the truck rechable in the
remake as an easter egg. But in this case, on lifting the truck, instead of
finding the rumoured Pokemon, the player finds an item.
Name the rumoured Pokemon and the item that the player gets in the
remake.
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
Mew, Lava Cookie Answer
The iconic , first introduced in 1994 and based on Francisco Tárrega’s Gran
Vals, received a modern makeover in 2011 when the company launched the
“ Tune Remake” contest through the crowdsourcing platform Audiodraft,
inviting musicians and producers to reimagine the classic ringtone for a new
generation.
The winning entry, a dubstep remix by Milan-based audio designer Valerio Alessandro
Sizzi, transformed the familiar melody into a genre-savvy, high-energy version. From
2012 to 2013, this remix shipped on its phones, particularly the then latest
touchscreen phone series, signaling a conscious effort to modernize the brand and
connect with a younger, music-conscious audience.
Identify the company. 3
SAFE SAFE IND winning today
Nokia Answer
When Skrillex released his Bangarang EP, one track quietly stood out for its
unexpected collaboration. Breakn’ a Sweat brought together the electronic
producer’s signature intensity and the surviving members of the legendary
rock band the Doors. Using a vocal sample from a 1960s interview with ________
and chants performed by both Skrillex and the Doors, the song bridged
decades and genres, creating a moment where classic rock met modern
dubstep.
The track was initially created for the Re:Generation documentary, a project
exploring genre-blending in contemporary music. Critics praised it as one of
the EP’s highlights, noting how the fusion of old-school rock ethos and
cutting-edge electronic production made it feel both nostalgic and forward-
looking.
Who was the person speaking in the sample?4
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Jim Morrison Answer
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X are a tribe of humans indigenous to Skull Island who first
appear in the 2017 Legendary Pictures film Kong: Skull
Island. They are also featured prominently in the film's tie-in
comic Skull Island: The Birth of Kong, while a young member
of the tribe, Jia, appears in its sequel Godzilla vs. Kong. A
group living within the Hollow Earth later appeared in the
2024 film, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. Identify X.5
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IWI Dynasty/Tribe Answer
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5 Based on this real incident, a film has been
made starring John Abhraham as J. P.
Singh, Deputy High Commissioner of India
in Pakistan. Name the film
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7 Set during the harsh terrain of Ladakh and based on the
2020 Galwan Valley clash, this upcoming film starring
Salman Khan protrays an Indian Army officer and the
commanding officer of 16 Bihar Regiment. He was killed in
action (KIA) during the 2020 China–India skirmishes, the
first Indian Armed Forces commissioned officer since
1967 and among the first Indian soldiers to have been KIA
against the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) since
1975. He was posthumously decorated with India's
second-highest wartime gallantry award, the Maha Vir
Chakra. Name the Colonel
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Colonel Santosh Babu Answer
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Dev Patel,Jordan Peele
Monkey Man Answer
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Downfall, Bruno Ganz Answer
Round 3 Potion Pills
Direct +20/0
Pounce +20/-10
Bounce +10/0
Any use of unfair means will lead to disqualification
Rules
Franchises
TV Shows
Popular Trends
Music Bands
Celebrity
QMs’ Choice
Anime
Web Series
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Hogwarts’ very own poltergeist loved nothing more than
making trouble in the school corridors. He was always
causing problems, and nobody hated him more than the
caretaker, Argus Filch, who had to clean up after him.
Whether he was throwing things, making noises, or writing
rude words on the blackboard, causing mischief was his
favorite thing to do!
Name this troublemaker.
Franchises
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Peeves Answer
Monk is a 2002 American mystery series following Adrian
Monk, a retired detective who suffers from Obsessive
Compulsive Disorder.
In 2025, Jio Hotstar started airing X, a hindi remake of
Monk, starring a known television faces that includes Ram
Kapoor, Shikha Talsania, Mona Singh etc.
Give me the name of this Hindi Adaptation.
TV Shows
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Around 1010 AD, nearly 500 years before Columbus
discovered America, an Icelandic explorer attempted to follow
Leif Eriksson's path to Vinland, a region of coastal North
America explored by Vikings during a brief effort to establish a
permanent settlement. His journeys are well-documented in
various Icelandic texts, and he remains a prominent figure in
popular culture today. Can you identify the man? Anime
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Thorfinn Karlsefni Answer
- Har Insaan Mein Hai Shaitaan
- Everything I Do ... I Do It For You
- Kasam Paida Karnewale Ki
- Deal Ya No Deal
- Do Dil Mil Rahe Hain
- Pyaar Chutiyapa Hai
- Raat Baaki...
Simply name the web series. Web Series
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Guns & Gulaabs Answer
South Park’s Season 27 episode “Got a Nut” (August 2025) parodied _ _ through
Eric Cartman, who copied his debating style and even competed for a tongue-in-
cheek “_ __ Award.” Paired with a subplot on ICE and immigration, the episode
followed the show’s tradition of weaving sharp political satire with absurd humor.
FITB
Popular Trends
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Charlie Kirk Answer
"_____", formed in 1998 by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett, is a virtual band
represented by four 2D animated characters,who exist in a fictional universe across
music videos, comics, and films. Unlike Albarn’s Britpop roots with Blur, the project
explores hip hop, electronic, dub, and world music, gaining global fame with their debut
album (2001) and its hit “Clint Eastwood,” followed by the acclaimed Demon Days
(2005) featuring “Feel Good Inc.” Later albums like Plastic Beach (2010), The Fall
(2010), Humanz (2017), The Now Now (2018), and Song Machine: Strange Timez
(2020) highlighted their collaborative nature, while Cracker Island (2023) refined their
sound. Known for blending animation with live performance, "_____" have won major
awards including a Grammy and the 2018 Brit Award for Best British Group.
Identify The Band.
Music Bands
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Gorillaz Answer
In the 1999 adaptation of David Copperfield,
late actress Maggie Smith appeared as Aunty
Betsy Trotwood. With her, we had actor X who
was later recommended for another huge
project alongside the legendary actress.
Identify actor X. Celebrity
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Daniel Radcliffe Answer
The titular characters of a 2021 miniseries engage in a
funny conversation, which goes like:
Character B: "Who are you fighting now, ___?"
Character A: "How do you know about ___?"
Character B: "I read _ __ in 19XX when it first came out."
Name the series and person they are speaking about. QMs’ Choice
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The Falcon & the
Winter Soldier,
Gandalf Answer
Round 4 Open Oracle
Pounce +30/-10
4 Questions
Any use of unfair means will lead to disqualification
Rules
Florence Locations:
Palazzo Vecchio
Ponte Vecchio
Palazzo Pitti
Vasari Corridor
Boboli Gardens
Uffizi Gallery
Florence Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore)
Giotto's Campanile
Baptistery of San Giovanni
Venice Locations:
Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square)
Doge's Palace
Grand Canal
Basilica di San Marco (St. Mark's Basilica)
Connect the following to a book and its movie Adaptation:
Istanbul Locations:
Hagia Sophia
Basilica Cistern
Grand Bazaar
Topkapi Palace
Beyazıt Square
Artifacts, Art, and Manuscripts:
Botticelli's Mappa dell'Inferno
Dante's Divine Comedy
Giorgio Vasari's frescoes
Botticelli's drawings for Dante's Divine Comedy
Apotheosis of Cosimo I1
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Dan Brown’s Inferno Answer
Long ago, two warring kingdoms sought peace by exchanging
sons, a diplomatic move to end their age-old techno-cosmic
conflict. One child thrived, eventually becoming one of the
greatest and most popular New Gods. But the other grew up in
constant fear and torment, honing incredible escaping skills just to
survive in his newfound home. That fear turned into mastery and
he rose to become the greatest escape artist the universe has
ever known.
Who is this legendary DC character? 2
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Mister Miracle
(Scott Free) Answer
Dijwendralal Ray's play, Chandragupta, shows Alexander the Great talking
to his general X.
He says a phrase, that is an accurate description of how we feel about the
country most of the time. Not surprisingly at all, this phrase has since then
been adapted to normal vocabulary. People using it to describe situations
that are odd and yet somehow justified.
Give me this phrase.3
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Sotti Selukas!
Ki bichitro e desh Answer
In 2021, when Natasha Romanoff finally received her solo story with
Black Widow, the opening minutes immediately grounded her in a world
of real-world espionage. Her childhood alongside Yelena is upended
when their “parents” reveal hidden identities, thrusting them into a life
of secrecy and brutal training.
The opening sequence quietly draws from historical spy operations and
propaganda, nodding to Russian training films like The Crimson Score
and echoing infamous espionage cases from the atomic age which are
directly referenced in both the movies.
I want the name of the real life incident which inspired both the Crimson
Score and the opening sequence of Black Widow. 4