The Forward Express


A newspaper on fake news creating havoc and hysteria among the masses. Spread through messaging apps like WhatsApp, these pieces of misinformation have led to hilarity and even deaths in India. This newspaper aims to distinguish the fake from the real with the help of sarcasm and fact.

Each essay in the newspaper is based on real incidents that were caused due to the spread of false material. The type hierarchy follows a distinct structure to highlight key pieces of information including headlines, actual reporting, and the laughable pieces of fake news. These are paired with conceptual and satirical photo-illustrations that visualize the irrational nature of these pieces and the naivety of their readers.

Publication Design, Editorial Illustrations, Content Curation & Writing

Project Advisor: Shiva Nallaperumal

Maryland Institute College of Art
2022