Harman Baweja Reflects on One Year of Bhagwat: Chapter One – Raakshas

Actor-producer and writer Harman Baweja has reflected on Bhagwat: Chapter One – Raakshas as the crime thriller completes a year. Looking back at the film, Baweja spoke about bringing Arshad Warsi and Jitendra Kumar, popularly known as Jeetu, together and the contrasting characters they portrayed.

Directed by Akshay Shere, the film was backed by Jio Studios and released on ZEE5. It follows Inspector Vishwas Bhagwat, played by Arshad Warsi, as he investigates the disappearance of a young woman in a small town in Uttar Pradesh, leading to a larger trail of missing women and a man concealing a darker side.

For Baweja, the casting of Warsi and Jeetu was a standout aspect. Warsi played an investigating officer, while Jeetu took on a darker role differing from his familiar screen appearances. Baweja stated that bringing them together with distinct identities and having them step into unfamiliar characters was exciting.

Baweja noted that audiences responded positively to the pairing and critics appreciated their performances. He also acknowledged the role of Jio Studios and ZEE5 in helping the story find its audience beyond its initial release.

Looking from a producer and filmmaker's perspective, Baweja expressed satisfaction that the casting choice connected with viewers. Baweja Studios' recent and upcoming projects include Mrs, Haq, Dil Ka Darwaaza Kholo Na Darling, Jugaadu, and Captain India.