India has always been a land of passionate fansābe it for movies, cricket, influencers, TV shows, music, or even brands. When Indians love something, they turn it into a movement. This unique cultural behaviour has opened the door to one of the most powerful branding tools of the decade: Fandom Marketing. In 2026, brands are no longer growing because of ads alone⦠they are growing because of communities. And these communities are built through shared love, shared identities,