What began as internet conjecture got traction when Kalki Koechlin, who as Irene Venkat in the series, responded to the rising discussion. Recognising the buzz surrounding the leaked recording, Kalki stated that the instances reported were not made up, and that she, too, had extremely disturbing moments on set.
Her revelation gave the conversation a terrifying dimension of reality, elevating Bhay - The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery beyond traditional horror marketing. For viewers, the terror seemed less artificial and more horribly genuine.
Inspired by real-life incidents investigated by Gaurav Tiwari, the series follows his life, career, and the unanswered issues surrounding his untimely death. Unlike conventional supernatural movies, Bhay - The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery takes a more realistic, controlled style, relying on reality to build tension rather than jump scares or spectacle.
The show delves into Tiwari's motives, encounters with the inexplicable, and the emotional and psychological costs of continually entering fear-filled settings. This realism, which is now reinforced by real-world events throughout production, has only added to the show's power.