As a follower who has had the privilege of witnessing the journey of several rising stars in Bollywood, I must say that Ananya Panday truly stands out with her latest project, “Call Me Bae”. Having grown up in an environment where the limelight was as common as the air we breathe, I’ve seen many scripts come and go. But this one, my dear readers, is a refreshing change of pace.
As a passionate cinephile, I simply couldn’t put down the script for “Call Me Bae”. In fact, I devoured all eight episodes in one go, finding it impossible to stop! I shared this excitement with EbMaster about my latest Prime Video series
The show titled “Call Me Bae,” penned by Ishita Moitra, Samina Motlekar, and Rohit Nair, narrates the journey of Bae, once an heiress, who becomes a hustler following a scandal. Discovering that her true riches lie not in diamonds but in her streetwise intelligence and style, she faces financial struggles yet remains undeterred. In the bustling newsrooms of Mumbai, she encounters suitors, camaraderie, and self-discovery. The high-profile production house Dharmatic Entertainment, led by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra as executive producers, adds a glamorous background to this Hindi-language series
Directed by Collin D’Cunha, the script struck a chord with Panday from the start. “For me as an actor, the biggest telling sign is my first reaction and my first instinct after reading something — if I just feel like I have to be a part of the story,” she explained. The actor praised the script’s balance, noting, “There is a certain tone, in terms of the lightness and the humor, and the chick-flick quality that it has, but it also really says something at the end of it.”
The principal actors in this production are Vir Das, Gurfateh Pirzada, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Muskkaan Jaferi, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Lisa Mishra, and Mini Mathur. They each play pivotal roles in the series, with Panday taking center stage as the lead actor. It is a significant responsibility, yet it also presents an opportunity for any actor to fully explore their character’s depth. In her own words, “It’s a massive duty, but at the same time, it’s also a blessing for any actor to take on this role.”
Preparation for the role involved extensive table reads with the ensemble cast, which Panday described as crucial given the various character dynamics at play. She also worked closely with director D’Cunha to develop a strong backstory for Bella. “Colin and I [were] just sitting and trying to understand why is she the way she is,” Panday said. “She’s talking to her bags, and that may seem ridiculous on a first viewing, but then when you understand that, because she’s lonely and she’s not had someone who’s understood her growing up, then you kind of understand why she’s the way she is.”
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In a departure from typical chick flick style, “Call Me Bae” was advised by D’Cunha not to replicate existing performances, instead encouraging Panday to steer clear of such material to prevent mimicking or duplicating any aspects. According to Panday, he was instructed to avoid watching similar movies rather than being told what to watch
In 2019, Ananya Panday started her journey in Bollywood with Karan Johar’s “Student of the Year 2,” sharing the screen with Tiger Shroff and Tara Sutaria. This was followed by appearances in “Pati Patni Aur Woh” (2019) and “Khaali Peeli” (2020). Her portrayal in “Gehraiyaan” (2022), under the guidance of Shakun Batra, received much praise, demonstrating her potential to tackle more intricate, dramatic characters
As a popular figure with millions of followers, Panday is careful about her influence. “You know how Uncle Ben in ‘Spider-Man’ said, ‘With great power comes great responsibility.’ She often feels this sentiment when she sees that number on Instagram.” This consciousness of social media’s impact was also crucial to her 2023 Netflix movie, “Kho Gaye Hum Kahan,” which investigates the effects of digital life on young adults. “I try not to take it too seriously, but I also understand my responsibility at the end of the day.”
Panday anticipates that viewers will uncover the intricacies hidden beneath Bella’s exterior. “Many have already developed certain perceptions about her based on the trailer, posters, and other previews. However, I believe that after watching the series, they’ll realize that there is a depth and complexity to her character that goes far beyond their initial impressions.”
The series “Call Me Bae” finishes in a suspenseful manner, implying there may be additional seasons ahead. In his words, “We haven’t wrapped up the show or these characters, and we’re eagerly anticipating a return.” If the viewers appreciate it, as I hope they will, then we would gladly continue the story
Join the “Call Me Maybe” family, and prepare for the highly anticipated “Panday Stars” in “Cyber Thriller” directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, as it graces our screens on Netflix starting October 4th
“Call Me Bae” streams on Prime Video from Sept. 6.
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2024-09-05 15:17