Parsi, Please! Zervaan Bunshah’s Reels Are the Only Drama You Need in Your Life

Parsi humour – sharp, sarcastic, and just the right amount of cheeky, isn’t for the faint of heart, and Zervaan Bunshah got it down to an art. He didn’t just wander into comedy like someone tripping over a punchline. No, he planned it out like your aunt meticulously charts her next European holiday. While the rest of us were either spiralling into Netflix binges or trying (and failing) to bake banana bread, Zervaan had a lightbulb moment: roast South Bombay folks’ Hindi, and you’ve got yourself some seriously funny content. Armed with just a phone and his signature sarcastic grin, he turned Instagram into his own stage.. His theatre roots? Still intact. His sanity? Questionable, but we love him for it.

Zervaan Bunshah knew comedy was his ticket to a bigger audience because, let’s face it, when people are trying to escape reality, watching him yell at chips is probably as good a solution as any.

The Magic Masala Scandal

In October 2022, Lay’s made the colossal mistake of messing with the Magic Masala flavour. Enter Zervaan Bunshah. Armed with nothing but his phone and a passion for snacks, he unleashed his infamous “WHERE’S THE MAGIC?!” rant on Instagram. And just like that, he turned chip drama into a national issue. Seven million views later, Lay’s realised they’d underestimated the power of a Parsi man and his chips. They quickly rolled out the OG flavour again, and to salvage their dignity, threw in a collab with Zervaan.

Moral of the story? Never mess with Zervaan’s chips. You’ll end up on his Instagram, and no one wants that.

Characters, Chaos, and Grandma Sass

Zervaan’s comedy world is a circus of eccentric characters, each more outrageous than the last. There’s the South Bombay guy, who sounds like he’s been sipping on overpriced water and judging everyone’s life choices. Then there’s the Bandra girl who’s obsessed with therapy, so much so that even her dog needs a session. And don’t forget his 96-year-old grandma, politically incorrect and more dangerous in real life than she is online, who has her own fanbase. If she ever gets her hands on Instagram, Zervaan might be out of a job.Oh, and let’s not forget Rupali, his invisible sidekick who makes sporadic appearances in the background of his reels (We miss you Rupali). And then, of course, there’s the Nobo aunty and Theatre aunty, a walking art show with a crumpled dupatta, that’s seen better days. Throw in a bindi so big it could have its own zip code, and it’s exactly what makes Zervaan Bunshah the comedic genius he is.

Team Effort and the Mystery of ‘Dr Germany’

Bunshah insists that the brains behind his best reels belong to his mysterious girlfriend, affectionately nicknamed ‘Dr Germany. According to Zervaan, she scripts the witty content, while he handles the “gela ganda” (Parsi slang for trashy) humour. In the event he reaches 1 million followers, he intends to reveal the identity of this person.

Not Just a Funny Guy

Despite his social media fame, Zervaan remains a theatre kid at heart. With an eighth-grade certification from Trinity College, London (no, it’s not a Hogwarts degree, unfortunately) and a degree from the University of Edinburgh, he’s as accomplished as he is chaotic. His newest project? A Hindi comedy called Khandani Golmaal, because of course, Zervaan would star in something with the word “golmaal” in it.

But it wasn’t always smooth sailing. Zervaan dabbled in various careers – medicine (nope), business marketing (meh), and CSR work (good karma, but not his thing). Eventually, he found his calling: making people laugh and yelling at brands on Instagram.

Big Bucks, Bigger Fans

With over 250,000 Instagram followers and 2.25k YouTube subscribers, and counting, Zervaan is steadily climbing the influencer ranks. His comedic genius and occasional brand collabs have boosted his net worth, though exact figures remain a mystery. But hey, when you can convince a snack giant to bring back a flavour, you’re basically priceless.

Bombay, Biscuits, and Big Dreams

For Zervaan, Mumbai is a never-ending muse. His content might be niche, but it resonates with anyone who’s ever dealt with a cranky rickshaw driver or been fleeced at a Bandra café. In his opinion, Mumbai is like New York; whether you love it or hate it, it captures your attention.

As for the future? Acting will always be his first love. But for now, we’ll happily take more rants, more grandma cameos, and maybe, just maybe, a reveal of Dr Germany. Until then, Zervaan Bunshah will continue to do what he does best: organise chaos, one reel at a time.