After much anticipation, the trailer for the much-awaited streaming series "Call Me Bae" has finally arrived, and it promises to be a showstopper. Unveiled at a luxurious venue in Bandra, Mumbai, on Tuesday, the trailer features actress Ananya Panday in the lead role as Bae, navigating the ups and downs that life presents.
Bae, hailing from a wealthy family in Delhi and raised in a sheltered environment, relocates to Mumbai for reasons that will be explored in the show.
The trailer delivers a blend of humor, glamour, and a touch of melodrama, notably including a self-referential exchange between Ananya and a watchman, reminiscent of a piece of advice her "Gehraaiyaan" co-star Siddhant Chaturvedi once shared about "struggle."
Joining Ananya in the series are Vir Das, Gurfateh Pirzada, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Muskkaan Jaferi, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Lisa Mishra, and Mini Mathur, all playing significant roles.
The show offers a glimpse into Bae's journey as she tackles challenges and strives in the bustling city of Mumbai.
Discussing the series, Ananya Panday expressed her enthusiasm: “From the get go, I knew 'Call Me Bae' was a project I wanted to be a part of. Even without having heard the script I knew this was going to be something special. As an actor, it is always exciting and rewarding to play a multi-layered character like Bae. There’s more to Bae than what meets the eye and that is what makes her journey from heiress to hustler, compelling and intriguing. Despite the challenges she faces, she remains true to herself, retaining her innocence and zest for life."
She highlighted the story’s authenticity as a major draw for her. This will be her first long-format original series.
Ananya further noted, "I am thrilled to be collaborating with Prime Video and Dharmatic Entertainment for the series and I’m looking forward to introducing Bae to audiences worldwide."
Directed by Collin D'Cunha and created by Ishita Moitra, who also co-wrote the series with Samina Motlekar and Rohit Nair, "Call Me Bae" promises a fresh take on storytelling.
Bollywood’s Karan Johar, who produced the series, remarked, “While there have been many stories that follow the rags-to-riches trope, 'Call Me Bae' offers a fresh twist by turning the genre on its head. It centers on a young woman from a privileged background, where extravagance was a birthright, who, due to unforeseen circumstances, must now navigate life on her own and hustle and reinvent herself in the bustling city of Mumbai."
He continued, “Through this transformative journey, she discovers her true passions and learns to stand on her own. This series presents a modern coming-of-age story with a playful, comedic edge that I’m confident will captivate audiences across India and globally, resonating with viewers from all walks of life. This is our third original collaboration with Prime Video, and it is a partnership that has just gone from strength to strength and now with 'Call Me Bae', and with Ananya wholeheartedly embracing everything Bae stands for, we’re hoping to introduce audiences to a character that is as iconic as she is relatable."
Produced by Dharmatic Entertainment, with Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra as executive producers, Collin D’Cunha described the series as an incredibly rewarding project.
He said, "The idea of taking a fish out of water and watching them evolve is both fresh and engaging, making it a standout coming-of-age story. What truly captivated me was the lead character’s unique personality and unwavering determination—qualities that I believe will make her an unforgettable icon. While the script is packed with humor, it’s the deeper message that resonated with me the most, drawing me into Bae’s vibrant and vivacious world. The cast, led by Ananya, were the true 'baes,' supporting me every step of the way to bring this project to life. I’m excited to see how audiences will connect with the series."
"Call Me Bae" is set to premiere on Prime Video on September 6.
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