Bhay - The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery trailer: MX Player’s gritty thriller is inspired by the true story of Gaurav Tiwari’s murder, India’s first ever paranormal expert, whose death shook the nation.

Last Updated: 08.39 PM, Dec 08, 2025
Karan Tacker’s Bhay – The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery has finally unveiled its trailer, and it is packed with unexpected twists and turns that grab attention. Also featuring Kalki Koechlin as an investigative journalist, Amazon MX Player’s latest gritty series is inspired by the true story of Gaurav Tiwari’s murder, India’s first ever paranormal expert, whose death shook the nation. Sharing the trailer, the makers have also announced its release date as December 12.hin
MX Player’s latest series, Bhay - The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery, promises to unravel the truth behind the unsettling death of India’s first paranormal investigator. ‘What happened to Gaurav Tiwari?’ The haunting question interweaves various paranormal cases and dark entities.
In the trailer, we are introduced to Gaurav Tiwari, who joins a Metaphysical Church in England and follows the signs of a challenging career as a paranormal expert against the odds of his family. We also meet a determined journalist and author (played by Kalki), who embarks on a thrilling quest to solve the mysterious death of the eponymous paranormal expert. His untimely demise at the age of 35 and strange events surrounding him create a puzzling mystery.
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Bhay trailer centers around Karan Tacker and Kalki Koechlin as the leading protagonists. The series builds a chilling narrative with its dark and tense undertone and immediately pulls you into a dangerous world of secrets, ghosts, and unsolved haunting tales. From flickering lights to Ouija boards and silent whispers in a graveyard, the series combines various horror elements to create a visually captivating mystery thriller. It also smoothly blends real-life-inspired paranormal cases with a robust dramatisation. What adds depth of the series is the psychological elements that let you question without being heavy on the jump scares and ghastly encounters. The dark tension and the unsettling vibe of the series make this one a compelling watch.
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Karan Tacker shines in the titular role of a ghost hunter and UFO field investigator. His edgy expressions and smooth delivery add a rawness to the story. Kalki Koechlin, on the other side, looks effortlessly enigmatic as a fierce and devoted reporter who uses logic and analytics to search for the truth.
If you’re interested in horror and thriller series, this gripping mystery is a binge-worthy pick that comes with various layers of suspenseful cases and ghost adventures.
Inspired by real events, MX Player’s Bhay—The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery revolves around India’s first paranormal expert and his death investigation after he dies under mysterious circumstances. The series also lets you join some real paranormal cases solved by Gaurav. Karan Tacker plays the titular role of a brave ghost hunter, and Kalki Koechlin plays a journalist who becomes obsessed with solving the mystery case.
Danish Sood and Saloni Batra also appear in significant roles.
Get ready to experience the most debated mystery with Bhay - The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery as it drops on December 12.
Q: Is Bhay – The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery based on a true story?
A: Yes, the series is inspired by real events and is based on the life of Gaurav Tiwari, an Indian paranormal investigator.
Q. How to watch Bhay - The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery online?
A. Bhay - The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery will be available to watch for free on MX Player on December 12.
Q: Who plays Gaurav Tiwari in the web series?
A: The role of the titular paranormal investigator is played by actor Karan Tacker. The show focuses on his cases and mysterious death.
Q: What is Kalki Koechlin's role in Bhay – The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery?
A: Kalki Koechlin plays a journalist and author named Irene Venkat.