Bhuvan Bam
Born 1994 · Age 31
Indian comedian, writer, singer, actor, songwriter and YouTube personality best known for the comedy channel BB Ki Vines.
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Born in Vadodara, Gujarat
Bhuvan Avnindra Shankar Bam was born into a Marathi Hindu family to Avnindra (Avi) and Padma Bam in Vadodara.
Family moved to Delhi (approx.)
Family relocated from Vadodara to Delhi where Bhuvan grew up and later attended school. (Wikipedia: 'Later on, his family moved to Delhi.')
Started learning guitar
Began playing the guitar at age 13; an early musical milestone that influenced later music career.
Attended Green Fields School (schooling period)
Attended Green Fields School in Delhi during his school years (exact years not specified).
Graduated BA (History) from Shaheed Bhagat Singh College (approx.)
Completed bachelor's degree in history from Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, Delhi University (graduation year not specified; estimated).
Moved from posting on Facebook to YouTube
Originally uploaded videos to Facebook and then transitioned primary uploads to YouTube upon launching BB Ki Vines.
Viral satirical video lampooning a news reporter
Uploaded a satirical video mocking a reporter's insensitive questioning about Kashmir-flood-related death; it went viral in Pakistan and inspired him to create his own YouTube channel.
Launched YouTube channel 'BB Ki Vines'
Officially created BB Ki Vines on YouTube (channel launch month given as June 2015).
Won Most Popular Channel at WebTVAsia Awards (reported)
Reported winner of the Most Popular Channel on YouTube at the WebTVAsia Awards (source: secondary biography summary).
TVF's Bachelors appearance (web series)
Appeared in TVF's Bachelors (credited in 2016–17 season) as Bhubaneswar Bam.
Released first music video 'Teri Meri Kahani'
Released a music video of the song 'Teri Meri Kahani' sung by him; marked the start of his public music releases.
YouTube Creator Award: Silver Play Button (100k)
Reached 100,000 subscribers and received the corresponding YouTube Creator Award in 2017 (infobox).
Released multiple singles: 'Sang Hoon Tere', 'Safar', 'Rahguzar'
Released several music videos/singles during 2018, expanding his music catalog.
YouTube Creator Award: Gold & Diamond milestones (1M & 10M)
Reached 1,000,000 and later 10,000,000 subscribers in 2018; became the first Indian individual YouTube creator to surpass 10M and received the Diamond Play Button.
Starred in short film 'Plus Minus'
Appeared in the short film 'Plus Minus' alongside Divya Dutta (film later earned recognition at Filmfare Awards).
Started web series 'Titu Talks' (YouTube)
Launched 'Titu Talks' on YouTube (December 2018), a digital interview series in-character as Titu Mama; first episode featured Shah Rukh Khan.
Performed on MTV Unplugged (Season 8)
Appeared as a singer/performer on MTV Unplugged Season 8 (Episode 4) in 2019.
One Mic Stand (TV/web) appearance
Appeared on 'One Mic Stand' Season 1 (Episode 1) as part of a stand-up/comedy showcase in 2019.
Titu Talks episode: Interview with Johnny Sins
Second episode of Titu Talks (Feb 2019) featured American adult actor Johnny Sins as guest.
Won Filmfare Award for Best Short Film (Plus Minus)
Short film 'Plus Minus' won a Filmfare Award (Filmfare Awards 2019); Bam was part of the project.
Featured on Hindustan Times Brunch cover
Profiled in an April 2019 Hindustan Times Brunch cover story about his rise as a digital creator.
Featured on Rolling Stone India cover
Appeared on the July 2019 cover of Rolling Stone India as part of mainstream media recognition.
Attended World Economic Forum (Davos)
Made a presence at the World Economic Forum in January 2020, reflecting mainstream and global recognition.
Featured on Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia (Digital Content Creators)
Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 list (Digital Content Creators) in January 2020, marking recognition in business/media circles.
Started shooting 'Dhindora' (production start)
Began shooting for 'Dhindora' (described as his 'first film' project; production start reported 17 March 2020).
Uploaded 'Lifeline of Society' Titu Talks episode during COVID-19
May 2020 episode of Titu Talks focused on frontline workers during India's COVID-19 lockdown — electricians, house helps, farmers, transgenders, milkmen.
Released music singles 'Hum Saath Hain' and 'Heer Ranjha' (2020)
'Heer Ranjha' released July 2020; continued music releases during 2020.
Collaborated with Rekha Bhardwaj for 'Saazish'
Collaborated with singer Rekha Bhardwaj for the song 'Saazish' (part of Dhindora soundtrack, 2021).
Claimed 3 billion total views across uploads
Announced that his uploaded videos collectively had reached 3 billion views (January 2021 statement).
Nominated: Filmfare OTT Awards Best Actor (Dhindora)
Nominated for Filmfare OTT Awards 2022 (nomination year recorded in award lists for Dhindora, listed as 2022 awards referencing 2021 series).
Parents passed away due to COVID-19 complications
Both parents (Avnindra/Avi and Padma Bam) died in 2021 from complications related to COVID-19; public statement made.
Guest appearance on Bigg Boss 15 Weekend Ka Vaar
Appeared as guest on Bigg Boss 15's Weekend Ka Vaar in October 2021.
Released web series 'Dhindora' on YouTube
Published 'Dhindora' on YouTube in October 2021 — an eight-episode web series which he wrote, produced, and starred in; sang songs 'Saazish' and 'Bann Gayi Zindagi'.
Featured again on Hindustan Times Brunch cover
Appeared on Hindustan Times Brunch cover story (October 2021) reflecting continuing media prominence.
Titu Talks episode featuring RRR cast and director
Fourth episode of Titu Talks (March 2022) featured Ram Charan, Jr. NTR and director S. S. Rajamouli in promotion of film RRR.
Won Bollywood Hungama Style Icons — Most Stylish Digital Entertainer (Male)
Won the Bollywood Hungama Style Icons award for Most Stylish Digital Entertainer (Male) in 2023.
Released 'Rafta Rafta' on Amazon miniTV
Starred and produced 'Rafta Rafta' (Jan 2023) — an Amazon miniTV comedy series; also released associated music 'Rafta Rafta' song.
OTT acting debut: 'Taaza Khabar' (Amazon/OTT)
Made his OTT debut in January 2023 with the series 'Taaza Khabar' (also credited as producer; role: Vasant 'Vasya' Gawde).
Guest on 'The Kapil Sharma Show'
Appeared as a guest on the popular talk/variety show 'The Kapil Sharma Show' (March 2023).
YouTube subscribers approx. 26 million (reported)
Reported to have roughly 26 million subscribers as of 2024 (infobox / article data).
Discography and ongoing content growth
Continued releasing music and producing content; public profile and brand endorsement activity continued through 2024.
Multiple Filmfare OTT nominations (2022–2023) and style award nominations (2024)
Nominated across Filmfare OTT Award categories in 2022 and 2023; nominated for multiple Bollywood Hungama Style Icons categories in 2024.
First look announced for 'The Revolutionaries' (period drama) — involvement reported
Listed in ongoing/future filmography credits for 'The Revolutionaries' (period drama on Amazon Prime Video) with first-look coverage appearing in 2025; project slated 2026.
Channel stats updated: 26.6M subscribers & 5.21B views (infobox snapshot)
Infobox snapshot dated 23 July 2025 shows 26.6 million subscribers and 5.21 billion views across his YouTube channel.
Planned release: 'The Revolutionaries' (period drama) — credited
Filmography entry lists 'The Revolutionaries' as a period drama (2026) with Bhuvan Bam credited (status as of page update).
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