Uorfi Javed’s web-series Follow Kar Lo Yaar will be released on Prime Video on August 23, the makers announced on Saturday. Directed by Sandeep Kukreja, the reality series aims to give a sneak-peak into the life of the famed social media star.
The makers shared a video which features Uorfi as she talks about how people perceive her and the vile comments which she has to face for choosing to wear edgy and unconventional clothes. According to a press release, “The show takes viewers on Uorfi's arduous journey from obscurity to internet phenomenon, unveiling her personal struggles, dysfunctional family dynamics, and relentless hustle.”
Speaking about it, Nikhil Madhok, Head of Originals, Prime Video, India, said, “Stories of resilience and ambition will always find resonance with the audience, and Uorfi’s journey from an ordinary girl in Lucknow to one of the most recognisable faces of the country is nothing short of inspiring. Her story is defined by her unwavering determination and passion to carve her unique path in the world of fashion and entertainment as she ascends from her humble beginnings to becoming a social media sensation and a serious entrepreneur.”
Producers Fazila Allana and Kamna Menezes added in their statement, “We are thrilled to partner with Prime Video for Follow Kar Lo Yaar, presenting the intriguing and riveting journey of Uorfi Javed. From an outsider to becoming Asia’s most searched celebrity in 2022, her life and backstory have been a curious case for years, as she continues to make headlines and heads turn. We are confident that Prime Video’s audience in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide will deeply appreciate and connect with Uorfi’s compelling story, which not only entertains but also inspires and embodies resilience.”
Uorfi started out as a television actor, working in daily soaps since 2016. She rose to fame after her appearance in the reality show Bigg Boss OTT 1 (2021). She also played a pivotal role in Dibakar Banerjee’s Love Sex Aur Dhokha 2 which released earlier this year.
