Sony SAB is all set to introduce audiences to one of India’s most unique detectives with the Hindi debut of Eken Babu featuring the iconic performance by Anirban Chakrabarti. While Eken Babu’s genius lies in his laser-sharp focus and analytical skills, Anirban reveals that there’s a vital, and rather quirky, secret to the detective’s success: his food routine.
Anirban Chakrabarti shares that maintaining the detective’s high level of concentration requires him to be fueled with tasty dishes, making his eating habits a crucial, yet often overlooked, part of his process. Unlike modern day detectives, Eken Babu is not fueled by fancy coffees or dramatic power drinks, however, his brain craves Samosa. His love for food isn’t just about taste; it’s about a quick, satisfying break that allows him to pause his complex thoughts and reset his focus before tackling the next piece of evidence. Eken Babu must have at least three cups of perfectly brewed, strong tea during any long investigation. This routine forces a moment of quiet, during which his mind often connects previously unrelated clues. While on a case, Eken Babu often relies on classic Bengali comfort dishes. This helps ground the character in familiarity and stability while the world around him is steeped in chaos and mystery.
Speaking about his character’s love for food, Anirban Chakrabarti shared, “Eken Babu is intensely focused, but at the same time easily distracted. I realised that for his mind to work at that speed, he needs constant supply of food. I often joke that if Eken Babu skips a meal or afternoon snack, the case is guaranteed to stall! Snacking on samosas and tea isn’t a habit—it’s a crucial tool that helps him pause, reflect, and finally find the genius solution hidden in plain sight.”
This unique insight ensures that when viewers tune in to the Hindi version of ‘Eken Babu’ on Sony SAB, they are not just watching a detective solve a case; they are watching a fully realized, quirky character who proves that sometimes, the biggest clues can be found over a simple cup of tea.
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