Bhuvan Bam: Digital creators can thrive in mainstream cinema

The makers have launched the second season of 'Taaza Khabar', featuring internet sensation Bhuvan Bam. Bhuvan, who leads the cast and has also co-produced the show, recently opened up about his aspirations for the series, expressing his hope that it will aid in his transition to Bollywood.


Talking to Hindustan Times, Bhuvan stated, "I was very excited about Taaza Khabar 2, and I'm glad to see it as a stepping stone towards breaking into mainstream cinema." He hopes the series will help him transition smoothly into Bollywood and prove that digital creators can also succeed in films. The actor views the series as an "audition tape" rather than a continuation of his usual comedic character work.


Bhuvan is confident that the second season of 'Taaza Khabar' pushed him to explore new aspects of his acting. Certain scenes required him to tap into vulnerability and emotional strength, which he believes will showcase his versatility and prove that he is capable of handling various genres, positioning him as a strong contender for Bollywood films.


Bhuvan credits the show's success to his talented co-stars, which include veteran actors like Jaaved Jaaferi, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Mahesh Manjrekar. He admitted, "Working with such talented artists is both inspiring and intimidating." He further revealed that "their performances often challenged me to improve my approach to scenes and helped me grow as an actor."