01/03/2026
In this exclusive cosplay interview, I sit down with Wanmini Dhahamsa, a talented young artist, art teacher, and English literature teacher, who brought Daenerys Targaryen (The Dragon Mother) to life at Colombo Comic Expo 2025.
Inspired by the iconic character from Game of Thrones, Wanmini recreated Daenerys Targaryen using detailed costume design and dragon props, capturing the strength, elegance, and power of one of television’s most legendary female characters. Her cosplay stood out at Comic Expo 2025, combining artistic craftsmanship with powerful stage presence.
In this interview, Wanmini shares her journey as a young Sri Lankan artist balancing multiple creative paths from teaching art and English literature to pursuing cosplay at major comic conventions. She talks about the challenges of managing time between drawing, lesson planning, prop making, costume preparation, and competition level cosplay performance.
This video explores:
• How she designed her Daenerys Targaryen cosplay
• The creative process behind crafting dragon props
• Challenges faced by working professionals in cosplay
• Advice for beginner cosplayers and young artists
• How teaching influences her artistic creativity
If you’re passionate about cosplay, Game of Thrones, Daenerys Targaryen cosplay, comic conventions, female cosplayers, art careers, or balancing creativity with teaching, this interview will inspire you.
Cosplay is more than a costume. it’s storytelling, dedication, and artistic expression.
Watch till the end to hear her powerful advice for aspiring artists and cosplayers.
Video Link is on the first comment.
