‘Call Me Bae’ Trailer Sparks Reactions: Viewers See Desi Twist on ‘2 Broke Girls’

Ananya Panday stars in Call Me Bae, a comedy-drama about a wealthy woman starting over.

In the series, Ananya Panday plays a wealthy woman who becomes a go-getter. The show is produced by Karan Johar and also features Vir Das.

The trailer for Ananya Panday’s new series Call Me Bae was released today, and it’s getting a lot of attention. People are talking on social media, wondering if it’s India’s take on the popular show 2 Broke Girls. Some viewers also think the trailer feels like a mix of Schitt’s Creek and Emily in Paris. In the show, Ananya plays a wealthy woman from South Delhi who loses everything and has to start over in Mumbai.

'Call Me Bae' Trailer Sparks Reactions: Viewers See Desi Twist on '2 Broke Girls'

Netizens Weigh In: Is Call Me Bae India’s Take on 2 Broke Girls?

Many social media users shared their thoughts on Reddit and Instagram after watching the trailer.

One person commented, “It looks like a cheap version of 2 Broke Girls and Schitt’s Creek,” while another added, “I wouldn’t be surprised if there are scenes copied from these shows. It really reminds me of 2 Broke Girls and Emily in Paris.”

Another user said, “I immediately thought of 2 Broke Girls. Her character seems to be inspired by that show.”

One user said, “I think the acting is meant to be exaggerated, like the sister in Schitt’s Creek. Honestly, it seems like a fun but shallow show to watch while doing chores.”

Another wrote, “It feels like watching 2 Broke Girls from Caroline’s point of view,” while someone else commented, “It’s like a Desi version of Schitt’s Creek—but with Ananya in the role of Alexis!”

One comment read, “It’s a mix of Emily in Paris, 2 Broke Girls, and Schitt’s Creek!”

'Call Me Bae' Trailer Sparks Reactions: Viewers See Desi Twist on '2 Broke Girls'

Another user shared, “It sounds like 2 Broke Girls,” and someone else noted, “It seems to copy 2 Broke Girls and Schitt’s Creek.”

Another wrote, “It feels inspired by 2 Broke Girls.”

One user mentioned, “It seems like 2 Broke Girls, but I’m still enjoying it. Especially the clever pun with ‘majboori’! Don’t let the hate get to you.”

Trailer Review: Exaggerated Acting and 2 Broke Girls Vibes in Call Me Bae

The trailer begins with Ananya talking about her luxurious life and privilege until she suddenly loses everything. She finds out that her bank cards are declined because her status has dropped to below middle-class.

'Call Me Bae' Trailer Sparks Reactions: Viewers See Desi Twist on '2 Broke Girls'

Later, Ananya struggles in Mumbai while searching for jobs. She tries to become a social media journalist and even has to clean her own apartment. She finds city life very challenging. At the end of the trailer, she shares her difficulties with a security guard, who responds, “Your struggle is what our dreams are made of.” The trailer finishes with Ananya’s character saying, “Where have I heard that one before?” This hints at Siddhant Chaturvedi’s well-known comments about nepotism and struggle.

nside Call Me Bae: Ananya Panday’s Journey from Privilege to Struggle

Call Me Bae is produced by Dharmatic Entertainment, which is run by Karan Johar, Hiroo Yash Johar, and Apoorva Mehta. Karan Johar is also the Executive Producer of the show. The comedy-drama series was created by Ishita Moitra and is directed by Colin D’Cunha. The writers of the show include Ishita Moitra, Samina Motlekar, and Rohit Nair.

In addition to Ananya Panday, the series features Vir Das, Gurfateh Pirzada, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Muskkaan Jaferi, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Lisa Mishra, and Mini Mathur in key roles. The show is set to premiere on September 6 on Amazon Prime Video.

::Visit our Entertainment page for more

Leave a Comment