Trailer of 'First Copy' unveiled

ANI June 17, 2025 464 views

The trailer for 'First Copy' has been released, marking Munawar Faruqui's OTT debut. The series, directed by Farhan Zamma, explores themes of nostalgia and originality. Krystle D'Souza plays a complex character named Mona, adding depth to the storyline. The show will soon premiere on Amazon MX Player.

"First Copy is that underdog story and extremely special to me as it marks my acting debut in a series." – Munawar Faruqui
Mumbai, June 16: A trailer of new series 'First Copy' was unveiled on Monday.

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Munawar Faruqui debuts in OTT with 'First Copy'

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Krystle D'Souza plays a layered character named Mona

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Series explores nostalgia and originality in digital age

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Directed by Farhan Zamma with ensemble cast

Directed by Farhan Zamma, 'First Copy' stars Munawar Faruqui, Krystle D'Souza, Gulshan Grover, Saqib Ayub, Ashi Singh, Meiyang Chang, Inam Ul Haq, and Raza Murad.

First Copy is set against a cultural landscape that reflects real issues of accessibility, nostalgia, and the value of original creation. In an age where digital consumption is reshaping entertainment, the series offers a reflection on why supporting legal, creator-first content matters more than ever, as per the makers.

Have a look at the trailer.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUNMi-m7yB0

On making his OTT debut, Munawar in a press note shared, "First Copy is that underdog story and extremely special to me as it marks my acting debut in a series. Playing the role of Arif was an interesting challenge; he's full of life, has his flaws, but is someone with big dreams. Growing up, films were a huge part of my world, and this story took me back to those days. It's a mix of nostalgia, hustle, and emotion, and I'm excited for the audience to see this new side of me."

Krystle D'Souza, who essays the role of Mona, expressed, "Mona is a woman of various masks, she is regal, wounded, and unapologetically proud. For me, it was refreshing to portray a woman who refuses to disappear, even when the world tells her she's past her prime. Her connection with Arif is about relevance, comfort, and maybe even redemption. First Copy gave me space to portray those quiet emotions between the lines, and that's where Mona really lives."

'First Copy' will be out on Amazon MX Player soon.

Reader Comments

Here are 5 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Rahul K.
Excited for Munawar's acting debut! The trailer looks promising with its mix of nostalgia and modern struggles. As someone who grew up watching pirated DVDs, this theme hits close to home. Hope the series delivers the emotional depth it promises. 🤞
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Priya M.
The cast looks fantastic! Krystle D'Souza's character Mona sounds particularly intriguing - we need more complex female characters in Indian OTT. Though I wish they'd cast more fresh faces alongside established stars. Still, will definitely watch!
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Arjun S.
Not sure about this one. The concept is good but MX Player originals have been hit or miss. Also, the title 'First Copy' might glorify piracy unintentionally? Hope they handle the messaging carefully. Will wait for reviews before watching.
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Neha T.
Yay for Gulshan Grover getting meaningful roles! The man is a legend. The trailer gave me '90s Bollywood vibes with a modern twist. Hope the series lives up to its potential. Also, kudos for addressing the piracy issue - it's about time!
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Suresh D.
Interesting mix of cast members from different backgrounds. Shows how Indian entertainment is becoming more inclusive. The theme of original vs copied content is very relevant today with so much AI-generated stuff floating around. Will add this to my watchlist!

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