Ashish Chanchlani, one of India’s biggest digital creators and entertainers, recently stepped into a new creative territory by making his directorial debut with the series Ekaki. The horror-comedy thriller has been earning praise for its engaging storyline, strong performances, and Ashish’s confident filmmaking. After releasing four episodes, Ekaki Chapter 5 was scheduled to premiere on January 30. However, Ashish took to his Instagram Story today to share an important update with his fans, revealing that the episode will not be released as planned.
Ashish Chanchlani on Ekaki delay
In a heartfelt message, Ashish explained that he wanted to be transparent with his audience because he knows they have always supported and understood him. He shared that while several surprises had been planned for Chapter 5, an unexpected setback changed everything. Due to a hard drive issue, nearly 20% of the VFX footage was lost, resulting in the loss of six months of relentless hard work by the entire team.
Calling it a stressful and panicky moment, Ashish assured fans that efforts are underway to resolve the issue and find a solution. He ended his message by requesting the audience to be patient and trust the process, promising that the team will deliver the episode soon and make it worth the wait. He also wrote in the story, “Nazar is real… Koi na, we’ll be back.”
About Ekaki
Ekaki revolves around a group of friends who go on a fun weekend getaway to the mysterious Ekaki Villa. However, their fun trip soon turns eerie as strange hauntings begin.
The series has been receiving an outpouring of love from audiences across the country. With every new chapter, the mystery deepens and the excitement rises, making it hard for viewers to look away. The response has been nothing short of massive, with the show already crossing 100 million views across all episodes, reflecting the strong connection it has built with its audience.
Ashish Chanchlani wears many hats in Ekaki, taking charge as the writer, director, producer, and lead actor. Ekaki premiered its first episode on November 27, 2025. The most recent episode dropped on January 5, 2026, and the series is streaming exclusively on ACV Studios’ YouTube channel.
