Karan Tacker on Honouring Gaurav Tiwari’s Legacy Without Sensationalising Fear in Amazon MX Player’s Bhay- The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery
Actor Karan Tacker has opened up about the responsibility of portraying real-life paranormal investigator Gaurav Tiwari in Bhay – The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery, revealing how the team consciously avoided sensationalising fear while staying true to real events.
Mumbai, India – 18 December 2025: Amazon MX Player’s supernatural thriller Bhay- The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery has been sparking strong conversations since its release, with viewers praising its grounded approach to the paranormal and Karan Tacker’s restrained, immersive performance as real-life investigator Gaurav Tiwari. Taking the conversation directly to fans, Tacker recently hosted an Ask Me Anything session on Reddit, where audiences engaged with him on his process, preparation, and the responsibility of portraying a real person whose life continues to intrigue many. Also Read: Malhaar Rathod and Hetal Gada Shared Off-Screen Camaraderie with the Cast of Amazon MX Player’s Aukaat Ke Bahar During the AMA, a fan lauded Tacker’s authentic portrayal and asked how he balanced fear and storytelling without slipping into sensationalism. Reflecting on the responsibility that came with the role, Karan Tacker shared, “When portraying a real individual, it’s essential to recognize that they have a network of family, friends, and loved ones. This awareness drives us to be respectful and to avoid any misrepresentation. As a team of actors, we put in the effort to thoroughly research the true story, ensuring we grasp the reality before we add our dramatic interpretation.” He further reflected on the responsibility that comes with playing someone whose life continues to spark questions and emotion, adding, “While we do take some creative liberties, we always strive to honor the essence of the real-life experience.” The exchange struck a chord with fans, many of whom applauded the show’s grounded approach to the paranormal and its focus on the man behind the investigations. With Bhay- The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery, Karan Tacker’s AMA reinforced what the series sets out to do, tell a story rooted in real events with sensitivity, depth, and respect, allowing audiences to engage with fear not as spectacle, but as lived experience.