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News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
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Ashish Chanchlani Drops First BTS Look From Web Series ‘Ekaki'; Marks His Directorial Debut
Last Updated: Ashish Chanchlani shares BTS from his horror-comedy web series Ekaki, marking his directorial debut and a major leap into long-form storytelling. In a major move that's already making waves online, India's beloved digital content creator Ashish Chanchlani has dropped the first behind-the-scenes (BTS) visuals from his highly anticipated web series debut, 'Ekaki', marking a significant turning point in his already storied career. Known for his comedic sketches and high-energy presence that has earned him over 30 million YouTube subscribers, Chanchlani is now donning multiple hats — director, writer, actor, and producer — as he launches his most ambitious project to date. Taking to Instagram, Chanchlani shared an intimate BTS photo dump that pulls the curtain back on the intense, emotional, and at times chaotic process of shooting Ekaki. The series, described as a horror-comedy, promises a fresh direction for Indian web content, combining jump scares with sharp wit and emotional beats. It also signals a striking departure from the sketch format that helped establish Ashish as a household name. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashish Chanchlani (@ashishchanchlani) Each of the images he posted tells a story — from Ashish directing shots behind the camera to the entire team hustling through last-minute challenges. He captioned the post with a mix of humor and raw honesty, noting moments of joy, panic, and creative improvisation. 'The most depressing and nightmarish day as a director," he wrote in one slide, followed by, 'You thought last night was the most depressing, but the new day disappointed you even more." The tone is unmistakably personal — a creator letting fans into the unfiltered reality of building something from scratch. The eerie first-look poster, released just days earlier, had already sparked buzz across platforms. Featuring shadowy figures holding lanterns and shrouded in a haunting glow, it set the tone for Ekaki's supernatural premise. The title itself, which translates to 'The Lonely One," hints at themes of isolation, fear, and possibly introspective horror — a rare genre blend in the Indian digital space. With Ekaki, Ashish isn't just testing new waters — he's plunging in headfirst. Scheduled to premiere exclusively on ACV Studios' YouTube channel, the series also marks the return of the studio arm behind many of Ashish's viral hits. However, Ekaki is being positioned as more than just a new release — it's a declaration of creative intent, a sign that Chanchlani is ready to evolve from entertainer to auteur. 'From sketches to storytelling, this has been a journey of rediscovery," Ashish has said in earlier interviews. Ekaki reflects that evolution — not just in format, but in ambition. It's a move toward long-form narrative, complex character arcs, and genre experimentation — all while staying grounded in the emotional relatability that defines his work. More than just a horror-comedy, Ekaki is shaping up to be a passion project that reflects Ashish's maturing vision as a filmmaker. By stepping behind the camera, he joins a growing list of creators who are pushing past the boundaries of digital fame to take charge of storytelling on their own terms. First Published: May 31, 2025, 17:57 IST
Hans India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Ashish Chanchlani ventures into supernatural with directorial debut ‘Ekaki'
After facing backlash from the "India's Got Latent" controversy, popular YouTuber and content creator Ashish Chanchlani is making a powerful comeback with his much-anticipated directorial debut, Ekaki. Touted as a supernatural thriller with a quirky blend of horror and comedy, the web series marks Ashish's foray into long-format storytelling and is set to premiere on his own YouTube platform under ACV Studios. Creating a buzz among fans, Ashish recently dropped a spine-chilling poster for Ekaki, featuring himself holding a lantern amidst pitch-black surroundings, eerily encircled by ghostly hands. The haunting visual hints at a gripping, suspense-laden narrative that promises to keep viewers hooked. In Ekaki, Ashish dons multiple hats — as director, actor, writer, and producer — showcasing his versatile creative abilities. The cast features familiar faces from his content universe, including Akash Dodeja, Harsh Rane, Sidhanth Sarfare, Shashank Shekar, Rohit Sadhwani, and Grishim Nawani. The project also reflects Ashish's evolving creative journey, from short-form comedy sketches to long-format series. Speaking on it, he addressed the ongoing discourse around content formats: 'There's no war between long-format and short-format creators. I began with short content, but long-format storytelling holds a magic of its own.' He added, 'Yes, attention spans are shrinking, but audiences adapt based on content. They know what to expect from a reel versus a film, and they allocate their attention accordingly.' With Ekaki, Ashish Chanchlani steps into a new phase of storytelling — one that blends entertainment with eerie thrills, all set to captivate his ever-growing digital fanbase.
Indian Express
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Ashish Chanchlani announces his comeback after India's Got Latent row; will also write and direct the horror-comedy series
Ashish Chanchlani is back — and for fans of the YouTube superstar, it's a comeback long in the making. After months of silence and speculation following the India's Got Latent controversy, Ashish has finally broken cover to announce his next creative venture: a horror-comedy web series titled Ekaki. Taking to Instagram on Wednesday afternoon, Ashish dropped a series of character posters from the series and revealed that this would mark his debut as a writer-director, under his own banner, ACV Studios. In the caption, he wrote: 'We wholeheartedly invite you for the chilliest trip of the year. Bas yaad rakhna… Ekaki mein reh kar bhi aap kabhi akele nahi rahenge.' View this post on Instagram Shared post on Time The show will feature many familiar faces from the 'Ashish Chanchlani universe,' including Akash Dodeja, Harshh Rane, Sidhant Sarfare, Rohit Sadhwani, Shashank Shekhar, and Grishim Nawanii. With Ekaki, Ashish blends his trademark comedy with horror. It is said as an attempt that could redefine his post-controversy phase. Notably, this is his first project announcement since becoming embroiled in the India's Got Latent row. In February, the comedian was summoned by Assam Police for questioning, and in March, he appeared before the National Commission for Women alongside fellow creators Ranveer Allahbadia, Samay Raina, and Apoorva Mukhija. All of them were questioned about their roles in the controversial video clip that sparked a nationwide conversation. Amid the backlash, Ashish posted a heartfelt video message, requesting his fans to stand by him. 'Please keep me and my family in your prayers,' he had said. Now, with Ekaki, he seems ready to turn the page. While the details of the plot remain under wraps, fans in the comments section are already brimming with excitement and anticipation. The series is set to release on ACV Studios' official YouTube channel later this year.
News18
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ashish Chanchlani Makes Comeback After IGL Stir, Announces Directorial Debut Ekaki
Last Updated: Ashish Chanchlani debuts as a director with Ekaki, a supernatural thriller blending horror and dark comedy. Popular digital content creator Ashish Chanchlani is stepping into new territory with his directorial debut Ekaki, a self-produced supernatural thriller series. Known for his comic timing and relatable content, Ashish is now exploring a different genre, blending horror with dark comedy in this upcoming web series under his banner, ACV Studios. The series' recently released posters hint at a suspenseful narrative, featuring Ashish holding a lantern amidst darkness, surrounded by eerie, outstretched hands. The visuals have sparked curiosity among fans and audiences, who are intrigued by the show's haunting atmosphere and Ashish's expressive look in the promos. With Ekaki, Ashish expands his creative portfolio as director, producer, actor, and writer. While this marks a shift from his usual short-format sketches, the project reflects his interest in evolving as a storyteller. The series will feature a talented ensemble cast including Akash Dodeja, Harsh Rane, Sidhanth Sarfare, Shashank Shekar, Rohit Sadhwani, and Grishim Nawani. Set to premiere on the ACV Studios YouTube channel, Ekaki has already generated buzz for its genre, tone, and format. As Ashish continues to grow his presence in India's digital entertainment space, this series represents a significant new step in his creative journey. India's Got Latent Controversy The India's Got Latent controversy caused a big stir last month, with several people from the episode being accused of promoting obscenity. Content creators like Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Mukhija, Samay Raina, Ashish Chanchlani, and others were also involved. This affected both their personal and professional lives. Last month, Ashish Chanchlani had shared an update on his upcoming work. On his Instagram story, Ashish mentioned that many people reached out to check on him after the controversy. He had said, 'Anyways mujhe bas yeh kehna tha ki obvious si baat hai ki humara project delay ho gaya hai (Anyways, I wanted to share that our project got delayed). Par main aapko promise kar raha hu every day we are fighting; we are working very hard." First Published:
Hindustan Times
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ashish Chanchlani announces comeback project after India's Got Latent stir: ‘Invite you for the chilliest trip'
Content creator and influencer Ashish Chanchlani is bouncing back from recent controversy after his appearance on Samay Raina's India's Got Latent. He's taking the first step towards his comeback by announcing his next project, Ekaki. Also read: Ashish Chanchlani says 'lad lenge situation se' in emotional first video after India's Got Latent row On Wednesday, Ashish took to Instagram to share his next project. It is the first project that he has announced after getting involved in the stir. Ashish announced his project by sharing several posters. He wrote the caption, 'We whole heartedly invite you for the chilliest trip of the year. Bas yaad rakhna.. EKAKI mein reh kar bhi... aap kabhi akele nahi rahenge (Just remember, you are never along in Ekaki)'.️ One of the posters for Ekaki features Ashish holding a lantern in the dark, surrounded by ominous, creepy hands, hinting at a suspenseful and eerie theme. It will also star Akash Dodeja, Harshh Rane, Sidhant Sarfare, Rohit Sadhwani, Shashank Shekhar, Grishim Nawanii. With Ekaki, Ashish is set to make his web series debut. The show seems to blend horror and comedy. Taking on multiple hats, he's not only starring in the project but also serving as writer, director, and producer under his own banner, ACV Studios. The series will be available on the ACV Studios YouTube channel. Ashish found himself embroiled in controversy after his appearance on Samay Raina's India's Got Latent. During his appearance on Samay Raina's India's Got Latent, Ranveer Allahbadia asked a contestant, "Would you rather watch your parents have sex every day for the rest of your life or join in once to make it stop forever?" Though everyone present on the show took the comment lightly and laughed it off, the remark did not sit well with some politicians and social media users. It received backlash, followed by multiple FIRs against Ranveer, Samay, Ashish Chanchlani, who was also one of the panelists, and Apoorva Mukhija. In February, Ashish appeared before the Assam Police and recorded his statement. In March, he along with Ranveer and Apoorva Mukhija also appeared before the National Commission for Women in connection with the controversy. In March, Ashish shared a video message on Instagram, urging his fans to keep him and his family in their prayers. The YouTuber got emotional while speaking and said, "Hello doston, kaise ho aap log, I know, aapke messages padhe maine, chal raha hai. Maine socha story pe aapse baat karlun lekin ab samajh nahi aa raha kya kahun. Lad lenge situation se, dekhe hain aise tough times, isse bhi kuch naya seekh lenge" (Hello friends, how are you all? I know, I have read your messages—things are going on. I thought of talking to you through a story, but now I don't know what to say. We will fight through this situation; we have seen tough times like this before, and we will learn something new from this as well).
