‘Bhay-The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery’ review: A haunting paranormal tale led by an applaud-worthy performance
Mumbai, Dec 13: Actors: Karan Tacker, Kalki Koechlin, Saloni Batra, Danish Sood, Shubham Choudhury, Nimisha Nair Director: Robbie Grewal Genre: Horror, Mystery Thriller, Inspired by True Events Production House: Almighty Motion Picture ( Prabhleen Sandhu ) Platform: Amazon MX Player Release Date: 12 December Ratings: 4 Star
‘Bhay: The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery’ is a compelling and atmospheric series that successfully brings to life the enigmatic world of India’s foremost & most well-known paranormal investigator, Gaurav Tiwari. Blending horror, mystery, and emotional depth, the show stands out for its grounded approach and respectful treatment of real-life inspired events.
What truly elevates the series is the remarkable performance by the lead actor Karan Tacker. He delivers a nuanced and powerful portrayal, capturing Gaurav Tiwari’s calm authority, intellectual curiosity, and inner vulnerability with great finesse. His screen presence holds the show together, especially in tense investigation scenes where subtle expressions, controlled body language, and quiet intensity speak louder than dialogue. The actor deserves special applause for avoiding over-dramatization and instead opting for a restrained, believable performance that makes the character deeply relatable. His emotional scenes, particularly those reflecting isolation and psychological pressure, leave a lasting impact. Not just Karan Tacker but Kalki Koechlin, Saloni Batra, Danish Sood, Shubham Choudhury, and Nimisha Nair have also delivered excellent performances.
The storytelling is another strong point. Rather than relying on loud jump scares, Bhay builds fear gradually through mood, silence, and psychological tension. The paranormal cases feel inspired by real investigations, which adds authenticity and keeps viewers invested. Even those skeptical about the supernatural will appreciate the logical, methodical way the mysteries unfold.
Robbie Grewal’s direction is extraordinary. The way he has handled such a sensitive subject without losing the commercial element of storytelling is worth mentioning.
Special mention to the platform for adapting such a remarkable story and putting it out there for the audience.
Technically, the series is well-executed. The background score enhances the eerie atmosphere without becoming intrusive, while the cinematography effectively uses shadows, low lighting, and confined spaces to heighten the sense of dread. The supporting cast also performs well, convincingly portraying fear, skepticism, and emotional conflict.
Overall, Bhay: The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery is a well-crafted, respectful, and chilling series anchored by an outstanding lead performance. It offers intelligent horror with emotional resonance and is definitely worth watching for fans of mystery and supernatural thrillers. It wouldn’t be wrong to say that such kind of horror treatment has not been explored before in India.
IANS
