First Copy Teaser: Munawar Faruqui’s OTT acting debut show dives deep into the world of piracy; WATCH

Munawar Faruqui, who shifted from social media stardom to acting, gained broad acclaim following his victory in Bigg Boss 17. While Munawar has been increasing his digital footprint by adjudicating reality shows on OTT channels, he had been dropping hints about his acting debut for some time. At long last, his followers were given a sneak peek at his first acting venture, titled First Copy. This series, which features actress Krystle D’Souza in its cast, delves into the realm of piracy.

On his Instagram account, Munawar Faruqui and the OTT platform MX Player posted, “The item has been sold, but Arif’s style is absolutely genuine! Starting this June, you can stream it for free only on Amazon MX Player!

Watch the teaser here: 

The initial storyline is a gripping thriller, taking place in Mumbai during the ’90s. The preview immerses you in the glitzy ’90s film world, where Munawar Faruqui’s character, Arif, manages to build an influential piracy network from humble origins.

Caught in the crosshairs of influential figures eager to undermine me, I find myself thrust into a perilous struggle for my very existence. The series follows my journey, featuring Munawar Faruqui, Krystle D’Souza, Gulshan Grover, Raza Murad, and Meiyang Chang as my companions in this high-stakes game.

In conversation about his character, Munawar Faruqui stated that Arif’s narrative serves as a compelling demonstration of resilience in a challenging environment where nothing comes effortlessly.

In his own words, he expressed how embodying Arif opened up an opportunity for him to delve into the intricacies of the character – showcasing his charisma, fervor, and internal conflicts. Moreover, Munawar hinted that the narrative would keep spectators on their toes with unexpected plot twists at every corner. The eagerly awaited series, First Copy, is set to debut on Amazon MX Player starting from June 2025.

Regarding his career, prior to his Bigg Boss 17 triumph, Munawar Faruqui had previously won the first season of Lock Upp, a reality show. He also took on the role of mentor on the game-based reality series Playground. At present, Munawar is hosting Haftaa Vasooli, a show available on Jio Hotstar. Furthermore, he has made appearances in numerous music videos. Recently, Krystle D’Souza was featured in the movie Visfot.

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2025-04-01 15:22