MUMBAI: Ekta Kapoor has cast social media influencers Ruhii Singh and Faisal Shaikh, popularly known as Mr Faisu, as the lead cast of her upcoming web series, Bang Baang. The producer claims the act is part of her effort to give new talents across the country come up with entertaining content for the audience.

"I am looking forward to everyone watching Faisu and Ruhi on the screen once our show Bang Baang releases. These youngsters have brought new excitement and energy to the show. As a homegrown platform, we are honoured and delighted to give a platform to talented youngsters from across the country," said Ekta.

"Content across OTT format has seen a peak during the nationwide lockdown. We are continually working towards creating more opportunities and new, entertaining content for our audience," she added.

Bang Baang is a youth action thriller releasing on January 25, on ALTBalaji and Zee5.