Ashish Chanchlani Releases First Two Episodes of Ekaki; Episode 2 Drops on His Birthday and Wins Big Online

Ashish Chanchlani has formally stepped into filmmaking with Ekaki, a horror-comedy thriller released on ACV Studios’ YouTube channel.

The series is available in five languages and marks one of his most ambitious projects, where he takes on the roles of writer, director, producer and lead actor. Episode 1 premiered on November 27, 2025, following a playful prank earlier where Ashish briefly fooled fans into thinking the episode had leaked.

Episode 2 Released on His Birthday

The second episode of Ekaki was released on December 8, 2025, coinciding with Ashish’s birthday. The timing created additional buzz, turning the drop into an event for his long-time audience.

This episode shifted gears creatively, introducing a sci-fi twist that expanded the tone of the show beyond horror and comedy.

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Fans Respond with Strong Praise

Episode 2 quickly made its way across social platforms, with viewers calling it one of Ashish’s boldest creative steps.

Reactions online highlighted:

• appreciation for the genre switch,
• praise for the writing and execution,
• excitement over the mix of science fiction, humour and suspense.

One viewer posted, “It’s not a typical horror story. It blends comedy, sci-fi and horror so smoothly. Ashish bhai cooked.”

Another wrote, “A complete switch of the series’ main topic… this is too good.”

What to Expect Next

With two episodes already setting the tone, the audience is now waiting for the upcoming chapters of Ekaki.

The show’s blend of scares, humour and now science fiction has created curiosity around how Chanchlani will shape the narrative from here.

As the series continues, it stands as a shift in his career, moving from creator-led sketches to full-scale storytelling with a dedicated production team.