“Call Me Bae” directed by Collin D’Cunha and starring Ananya Panday, Vihan Samat, Varun Sood, Vir Das, Muskkaan Jaferi and others, now streams on Prime Video. Read our review.
Review of Call Me Bae
Director: Collin D’Cunha
Cast: Ananya Panday, Vihan Samat, Varun Sood, Vir Das, Muskkaan Jaferi, Gurfateh Pirzada
Writers: Ishita Moitra, Samina Motlekar
Rating: 2/5
Plot: Bella (Ananya Panday) comes from a wealthy family but discovers that they may face bankruptcy within a year. To save her family from financial ruin, Bella is persuaded by her mother to marry the affluent businessman Agastya (Vihaan Samat). Despite securing financial stability, Bella’s marriage suffers due to Agastya’s emotional distance, leading her to start a fling with her gym trainer Prince (Varun Sood). When this affair is exposed, Bella’s marriage ends, and she loses access to her newfound wealth. The series follows Bella’s journey from dependence to becoming a self-reliant woman.
What Works for Call Me Bae: The show attempts to highlight the disparity in wealth and power and features Bella’s (Ananya Panday) transition from dependence to independence. Although the story arc is predictable, it’s satisfying to see a character grow and gain autonomy.
What Doesn’t Work for Call Me Bae: The series is formulaic and lacks originality. It feels like a routine effort with little to distinguish it from similar shows. The creators seem content with delivering an ordinary narrative, missing the chance to produce something truly compelling or distinctive. The show’s potential to be edgier, deeper, and more engaging is squandered, resulting in a polished but overly simplistic series that fails to captivate.
Performances in Call Me Bae: Ananya Panday makes the most of her role as Bella, but the bland writing limits her performance. Varun Sood’s role as the gym trainer is minimal, and Vihaan Samat’s portrayal of Agastya feels underdeveloped. Muskkaan Jaferi performs well, while Vir Das plays the cunning news anchor satisfactorily. The supporting cast, including Shiv Masand, Gurfateh Pirzada, Lisa Mishra, and Akashdeep Arora, make little impact due to the uninspired writing.
Final Verdict of Call Me Bae: Call Me Bae fails to impress, lacking the excitement and creativity needed to stand out. It feels like a missed opportunity, offering little more than an average viewing experience. The show doesn’t strive to challenge or innovate, resulting in a product that is uninspired and forgettable. In an era where captivating content is crucial, this series falls short of grabbing and holding viewer attention.
Call Me Bae is now streaming on Prime Video. Feel free to share your thoughts on the show!
