Mindy Kaling is stylishly chic in a colorful ensemble alongside other stars at New York Comic Con
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Mindy Kaling turned heads in a colorful ensemble when she arrived earlier on Thursday to attend a panel at New York Comic Con.
The talented actress, 43, promoted her latest HBO Max animated series titled Velma, a spin on the classic Scooby Doo series.
Other stars in attendance at the anticipated event were Constance Wu, who also has a lead voice in the Velma animation, and James McAvoy, who promoted the final season of His Dark Materials.
Stylish: Mindy Kaling, 43, wore a vibrant purple and orange ensemble when she attended New York Comic Con earlier on Thursday
The Mindy Project star showed off her toned legs in high-waisted shorts in shades of purple and orange.
The beauty added a mesh shirt with the same color scheme and a colorful blazer on top to complete her overall ensemble for the star-studded event.
The actress slipped into a pair of lavender closed-toe heels to match her outfit.
Mindy’s hair was parted to the side, her long locks falling in large, elegant waves over her shoulders.
Exciting Event: The actress attended New York Comic Con to showcase HBO’s latest animated series called Velma. to promote
To spice up her look for the day, the mom of two wore a colorful bracelet on her left wrist, along with a pair of orange dangling earrings.
Mindy was all smiles as she took part in a special panel discussion to talk about HBO’s upcoming animated series called Velma. She not only voices the title character, but also serves as an executive producer.
The reimagined series follows the ‘origins’ of the Scooby-Doo gang and features beloved characters such as Shaggy, Fred and Daphne. However, Scooby himself will not be a character in the animation.
According to deadline, Mindy opened up about the series during an interview amid the panel. ‘Most Indian American’ [women]When they see skeptical, hardworking, underrated characters, they can identify with her. The vast majority are ready. This show is for them.’
She also explained that she had always “identified with Velma,” adding: “She was so cute, but not traditionally hot, with a questionable haircut.”
“I’m so honored to be doing the voice. She is a truth teller, cutting through the bulls of life. If you are smart and undervalued. I hope people appreciate that.’
Multiple roles: The star not only voiced the character of Velma in the HBO Max animated series, but also served as an executive producer
Other cast members: Constance Wu also came by to join the panel and voice Daphne’s character in the upcoming show
Talking about Velma’s character, Mindy added, “This is a journey of self-discovery for her, which has drawn us to this character.”
“It’s a high school show with the events and the dances, and besides that, it’s a murder mystery. Obviously Daphne and Fred are popular while Velma is an outsider. Seeing them come together is the fun of the show,” she concluded, reported Deadline.
Other celebrities to join the panel included Constance Wu, who will portray Daphne’s character in the upcoming animated series.
She put on black pants, a white cropped top and a black vest that was unbuttoned.
To spice up her ensemble, the Crazy Rich Asians star added a black cap and earrings with gold rings.
Happy: The actress seemed excited when she spoke about her role in the upcoming HBO Max series called Velma
Talented Stars: James McAvoy also attended New York Comic Con on Thursday to promote His Dark Materials
In addition to Mindy and Constance, other actors on the show are Sam Richardson, who voices Shaggy, and Glenn Howerton, who plays Fred.
A number of guest stars made minor appearances throughout the episodes, including Jane Lynch. Velma will premiere next year in 2023.
The talented and renowned actor James McAvoy also attended Comic Con in the big apple on Thursday. He kept his look simple and casual, with a black button placket and black pants.
He promoted the third and final season of HBO’s, His Dark Materials. The premise follows: “A young girl is destined to free her world from the grip of the magisterium that suppresses the bonds of humans with magic and their animal spirits, known as daemons.”
The series stars James, Ruth Wilson, Amir Wilson and Dafne Keen. Executive Producer, Dan McCulloh, previewed what the final season will be like at Comic Con Entertainment Weekly.
“This one ends in a pretty heartbreaking, emotional, but also incredibly deep way.”
Promotion: James helped promote the third and final season of the hit series, His Dark Materials, on Thursday
Signing: John Leguizamo stopped by the exciting event for meet & greets with fans and an autograph signing
Another star who dropped by the event earlier on Thursday was John Leguizamo. Fans had the chance to meet the star for an autograph.
The actor is known for working on projects such as Ice Age, John Wick and Super Mario Bros.
New York Comic Con officially kicked off on Thursday and will end on Sunday, October 9.