Started with some debatable and questionable content, Hoichoi has now become the heart and soul of the Bengali audience. And one of its biggest successes? Eken Babu.
The show is about a middle-aged Bengali detective who is very different from Feluda and Byomkesh. He broke the typical stature of the detective class, and fans welcomed him with open arms.
Seven seasons in six years. That’s how consistent the series is. And with the eighth season on the horizon, what will the response be?
Let me paint a picture.
When Hoichoi announced its new slate, there were Feluda and Bhaduri Moshai. But do you know who got the most hype? It’s Eken Babu, and that’s enough to prove his popularity.
For ages, fans have been tired of the storytelling of Feluda and Byomkesh, plus the added predictability factor, as most fans have already read or watched these stories. So, it doesn’t feel like a detective suspense anymore.
Eken Babu will definitely be a big hit. With the change of places and characters, it is always refreshing. So, the wait is until 23rd January, when Eken Babu will be back with his adventure in Puri.