Karan Tacker’s paranormal thriller Bhay: The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery emerged as the most-watched OTT original fiction series of the week, according to Ormax Media’s latest viewership estimates. The Amazon MX Player series recorded an estimated 1.1 million viewers, placing it at the top of the weekly charts.
The performance stood out given the show’s restrained, atmospheric storytelling and relatively modest promotional push. Its rise highlighted the growing role of audience discovery and word-of-mouth in driving viewership on streaming platforms.
Positioned as a paranormal thriller, Bhay: The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery blended investigative detail with psychological tension, avoiding exaggerated horror elements. At the centre of the series was Karan Tacker’s portrayal of real-life paranormal investigator Gaurav Tiwari, which received positive feedback from both critics and viewers for its depth and authenticity. The response added to Tacker’s track record of leading OTT projects that had connected strongly with audiences, including Khakee: The Bihar Chapter and Special Ops.
Rather than relying on shock value, the series built suspense through realism, methodical investigation, and emotional restraint. This approach resonated with viewers who preferred slow-burn supernatural narratives grounded in character and atmosphere. Reviews consistently highlighted Tacker’s controlled performance as a key strength of the show.
Reacting to the response, Karan Tacker said, “What makes this moment special is that the audience has found the show on its own terms. Bhay was meant to be immersive and honest, and it is fulfilling to see viewers feel their time was well spent. Playing Gaurav meant understanding the psychological cost of constantly facing fear, and I’m grateful that the sincerity translated on screen.”
Director Robbie Grewal described the series’ chart-topping performance as validation of its creative choices. He said, “We were clear that Bhay had to be rooted in investigation and emotional truth. Karan brought a strong sense of internalisation to the role. He has a way of portraying real people with authenticity, which helped ground the series and made the paranormal elements feel credible rather than sensational. The audience response has been steady, and the Ormax numbers reflect the impact of honest storytelling and word-of-mouth.”
As competition among OTT platforms continued to intensify, Bhay: The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery topping the Ormax rankings underscored the audience’s preference for grounded narratives and consistent performances, further strengthening Karan Tacker’s position in the streaming space.
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