Mario de Miranda (1926–2011) was a highly celebrated Indian cartoonist and painter who became famous for his captivating illustrations of Goan village culture and the busy, energetic streets of Mumbai. Unlike many of his peers, he chose to completely steer clear of political satire. Instead, his drawings focused on the lighthearted, amusing, and relatable everyday interactions of ordinary people from all walks of life.

His unique artistic style relied on a very flat perspective filled with complex, overlapping human figures. Rather than using traditional paintbrushes, he mastered fine nib pens to create clean, geometric contours and highly expressive characters, which he often placed against minimalist backgrounds. His impressive career extended far beyond India, leading him to work in Portugal and London, where his caricatures were regularly featured in famous international publications like Mad and Punch. Upon returning to India, he collaborated with the legendary R.K. Laxman at The Times of India.