New Delhi: Prime Video has launched the trailer of its much-awaited original series, Call Me Bae, full of laughter and emotions. The eight-part series is a light-hearted, charming comedy drama that revolves around the life of Bela Choudhary aka Bae and her journey from being an heiress to a hustler. Call Me Bae marks the streaming debut of Ananya Panday as Bae.
The series also stars Vir Das, Gurfateh Pirzada, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Muskaan Jaffrey, Niharica Lyra Dutt, Lisa Mishra and Mini Mathur in pivotal roles.
call me bay star cast
Produced by Dharmatic Entertainment, the series is executive produced by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta and Somen Mishra. The series is directed by Colin D’Cunha and produced by Ishita Moitra. She has also written the series along with Samina Motlekar and Rohit Nair. Call Me Bae will premiere in Hindi, while it will be dubbed in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada. The series will release on Prime Video in India and in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on September 6.
“Directing Call Me Bay has been an incredibly rewarding journey. The idea of taking fish out of water and watching them grow is both refreshing and engaging, making this an extraordinary coming of age story.” said director Collin D’Cunha. “What really fascinated me was the lead character’s unique personality and unwavering determination – qualities that I think will make her an unforgettable icon. While the script is full of humour, it’s the deeper message that impacted me the most, drawing me into the vibrant and vivacious world of Bay. Working with Dharmatic Entertainment and Prime Video has been inspiring; they wholeheartedly supported my vision for the series. The cast, led by Ananya, were true ‘Bays’ who supported me every step of the way to bring this project to life. I am excited to see how audiences connect with this series when it premieres on Prime Video on September 6.”
call me bay trailer
The trailer of Call Me Bay opens with viewers getting a glimpse of Bay’s luxurious life in New Delhi. However, when her family disowns her, her glamorous world suddenly falls apart and the scene shifts to the bustling streets of Mumbai where Bay must now fend for herself. Upbeat music sets the tone as Bay tries to adapt to her new reality, from navigating public transport to the challenging life of a journalist in Mumbai. Along the way, she makes unexpected friends, forms alliances and tackles the many challenges that come her way, making the most of the day with her unique blend of wit and humor. Filled with fun and charming moments, the trailer leaves viewers eager to witness Bay’s inspiring transformation.
Actress Ananya Panday said, “From the beginning, I knew Call Me Bay was a project I wanted to be a part of. Even before I heard the script, I knew it was going to be something special.” “As an actor, it is always exciting and rewarding to play a multi-layered character like Bay. There is more to Bay than meets the eye and that is what makes her journey from heiress to hustler so compelling and interesting. Despite the challenges she faces, she stays true to herself, retains her innocence and zest for life. It is this authenticity that attracted me to the role. This is my first long format original series and I couldn’t have asked for a better director than Colin or a more supportive cast. I am thrilled to collaborate with Prime Video and Dharmatic Entertainment on this series and I am looking forward to introducing Bay to audiences worldwide starting September 6.”
Nikhil Madhok, Head of Originals, Prime Video, India, said, “At Prime Video, we strive to bring stories that spark conversations. Call Me Bay is an engaging and insightful series that highlights the importance of self-discovery in overcoming life’s challenges, all told through the journey of a character who will be both thrilling and lovable, brought to life by Ananya in the most spectacular fashion.” “Our long-standing partnership with Dharmatic Entertainment has been rewarding, and it’s great to collaborate with them again on Call Me Bay. Karan and Apoorva truly understand our vision of presenting fresh, engaging stories with universal appeal. With its engaging narrative and high production values, Call Me Bay reflects this vision beautifully. We are confident that this absolutely captivating series will completely immerse viewers in the world of Bay, starting September 6 exclusively on Prime Video!”
“While there are many stories based on the rags to riches story, Call Me Bae offers a new twist to the genre. It focuses on a young woman who comes from a privileged background where extravagance was a birthright, but due to unforeseen circumstances, she now has to live life on her own and rediscover herself in the bustling city of Mumbai,” said Karan Johar. “Through this transformative journey, she discovers her true passion and learns to stand on her own. The series presents a modern coming of age story with a playful, comedic aspect that I am sure will captivate audiences in India and around the world, and will appeal to viewers across all regions. This is our third original collaboration with Prime Video, and it is a partnership that is growing stronger by the day and now with Call Me Bae, and with Ananya embracing everything Bae stands for wholeheartedly, we are looking forward to introducing audiences to a character that is as iconic as she is relatable.”
Apoorva Mehta said, “Call Me Bay is our third original series with Prime Video and this one is special for all of us! Not only is it a new and different story that needed to be told, but it also presents a slightly larger-than-life portrayal of this real girl who learns to face life’s many challenges on her own.” “Ananya has done a really great job in this series, completely embracing the role and delivering a performance that is both subtle and charming. Her portrayal of Bay is filled with moments that are endearing and relatable, making the character connect deeply with the audience. Through Bay’s journey, we aim to convey a simple yet profound message: embrace your true self and passionately choose your path regardless of societal expectations or life’s obstacles. I believe audiences in India and around the world will connect with and appreciate this important message, as it is beautifully portrayed through the light-hearted story of Call Me Bay.”
