Draft:Ekaki

  • Comment: Ashish Chanchlani has been spamming Wikipedia for years. This would need very strong sourcing indeed to be acceptable. bonadea contributions talk 19:59, 27 October 2025 (UTC)


Ekaki[1] is an upcoming Indian web series created and directed by Ashish Chanchlani, marking his comeback following a controversy surrounding his appearance on India's Got Latent.[2] The series also marks his directorial debut and features a genre shift from comedy to a blend of mystery, drama, and supernatural elements.[3]

Premise

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Though detailed plot information remains unrevealed, Ekaki is described as a psychological and supernatural journey that explores themes of solitude, fear, and self-reflection.[4] The title, meaning “loner” in Hindi, suggests a solitary protagonist grappling with internal and possibly paranormal experiences.[5]

Background

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In 2024, Chanchlani faced public backlash for his participation in India’s Got Latent, which led to a temporary break from content creation.[6] Ekaki was officially announced in early 2025 as part of his creative revival. According to Chanchlani, the series represents a deeply personal project and his most ambitious narrative effort.[7]

Development

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Chanchlani serves as the writer, director, and lead actor of Ekaki.[8] He released the official poster for the show via Instagram on April 28, 2025, describing it as "the chilliest trip".[9] The series is reportedly a horror-comedy with supernatural undertones and black humor.[10][11]

Release

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As of May 2025, no official release date has been confirmed. However, the series is expected to premiere on Chanchlani’s YouTube channel or a partnered OTT platform in late 2025.[12]

Reception

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The announcement of Ekaki was widely covered in entertainment media and praised for its genre experimentation. Fans welcomed Chanchlani’s bold departure from his usual comedic format.[13] Media outlets described the promotional poster as intriguing and atmospheric.[14]

References

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  1. ^ "Ekaki Trailer: आशीष चंचलानी लाए हंसी और डर का कॉम्बो! 'एकाकी' का ट्रेलर हुआ रिलीज़". hindi.moneycontrol.com.
  2. ^ "Ashish Chanchlani announces web series 'Ekaki'", The Times of India, 2025.
  3. ^ "Ashish Chanchlani announces directorial debut 'Ekaki'", Filmfare, April 2025.
  4. ^ "Ashish Chanchlani announces new web series 'Ekaki' after controversy", India Forums, 2025.
  5. ^ Mukhopadhyay, Sounak (October 27, 2025). "Ashish Chanchlani drops trailer for new web series, Ekaki, confirms OTT release date: YouTube takes a hilarious dig". mint.
  6. ^ "Ashish Chanchlani makes comeback after IGT stir", News18, April 2025.
  7. ^ "Ashish Chanchlani announces horror-comedy series", The Indian Express, April 2025.
  8. ^ "Ashish Chanchlani unveils 'Ekaki'", Filmibeat, 2025.
  9. ^ "Instagram Announcement", Ashish Chanchlani, April 2025.
  10. ^ "Ashish Chanchlani to present supernatural series 'Ekaki'", UNI India, April 2025.
  11. ^ "'7 दोस्त... वीकेंड, महाराष्ट्र का एक सुनसान गांव और खतरनाक ताकत', आशीष चंचलानी की 'एकाकी' के ट्रेलर ने काटा गदर". Navbharat Times.
  12. ^ "Ashish Chanchlani announces comeback project", Hindustan Times, April 2025.
  13. ^ "Ashish Chanchlani reveals name of new web series", The Week, April 2025.
  14. ^ "Ekaki lands intriguing posters", Deccan Chronicle, 2025.