Bhuvan Bam signs murder mystery film alongside '90s icon: Report
Popular YouTuber Bhuvan Bam is expanding his acting portfolio with an upcoming murder mystery film, reported Pinkvilla. This venture marks his first collaboration outside of his own production house. The film will co-star a celebrated female actor from the '90s and will be directed by a debut filmmaker. An insider from the production team stated that the Mumbai-based film promises to captivate audiences with its suspense-filled narrative and compelling plot.
Bam's admiration for co-star and project expectations
Bam is reportedly thrilled to work with the iconic '90s actor, having been a long-time admirer of her work. A source shared, "Shot in Mumbai, the film guarantees to keep viewers on the edge of their seats with its gripping storyline and suspenseful narrative." "Bhuvan's excitement to share screen space with this female superstar is palpable, as he has long been an admirer of her work and never missed watching her films."
Meanwhile, 'Taaza Khabar' has been renwed for Season 2
In 2023, Bam got a breakthrough in acting through Disney+ Hotstar's Taaza Khabar, which he also produced. His OTT debut show, it also features Shriya Pilgaonkar, J. D. Chakravarthy, Deven Bhojani, Prathamesh Parab, Nitya Mathur, and Shilpa Shukla. It was created by Hussain Dalal and Abbas Dalal and directed by Himank Gaur; it will soon return for a second season.
Bam has come a long way from his YT days
Also a singer and a writer, Bam garnered popularity due to his comedy sketched on YouTube on his channel BB Ki Vines, where he played multiple characters, each having their own nuances. He was seen in the first season of TVF's Bachelors and One Mic Stand and essayed multiple characters in the web series Dhindora, which he also created. You can also catch him in the short film Plus Minus.
Bam on how he is prepared for his acting career
Speaking about his acting experiences, Bam recently told Mid-Day, "My social media career, built on sketches featuring multiple characters portrayed by me alone in self-recorded videos, has provided me with invaluable experience in front of the camera." "I approach each role with dedication and passion, aiming to earn recognition in the industry based on merit." "I believe in being cast for my talent, not for my number of followers."