May 2025: Be My Guest: Season 2 – Raising the Curtain on Untold Stories

Following a dynamic and heartful debut season that peeled back the layers of India’s contemporary music scene, Be My Guest is all set to return with its highly anticipated Season 2. Building on the momentum of Season 1, which brought fans up close and personal with some of the most influential and exciting artists in the country, this new chapter promises even deeper conversations, bigger revelations, and unprecedented access into the creative minds behind the music.

A Quick Recap: Season 1’s Impactful Moments

Season 1 of Be My Guest wasn’t just a chat show—it was an experience that connected fans with artists on a human level. From the emotional to the inspirational, each episode provided a fresh and unfiltered take on what it means to be a modern-day artist in India’s evolving music landscape.

The premiere episode featured Vilen, a cult figure amongst the youth, whose brooding lyricism and unfiltered honesty set the tone for the series. Episode 2 followed up with Spectra, an artist as enigmatic as he is energetic, sharing insights into his meteoric rise and musical journey.

Watch the First Episode of Season 1 with Vilen here:

Reet Talwar, who had one of the most talked-about debuts in recent memory alongside Badshah, took the spotlight in Episode 3, showcasing her versatility and determination. The fourth episode amped up the vibe with Raga and DG Immortals, a power duo behind tracks like Kaleshi Chori and Kheench Maari. Their synergy and sharp commentary on hip-hop culture made the episode one of the season’s most talked-about.

But the real masterstroke came in the form of The ‘Animal’ Episodes—a two-part special celebrating the music of the blockbuster film Animal. These episodes featured a who’s who of contemporary Indian music including Vishal Mishra, Manan Bhardwaj, Raghav Chaitanya, Siddharth-Garima, Shreyas Puranik, Raj Shekhar, Ashim Kemson, and Harshvardhan Rameshwar. Their candid conversations about songwriting, trends, and the cinematic-musical fusion gave fans a rare backstage pass into the making of a musical phenomenon.

Watch Part 1 of the 2 Part ‘Animal’ Episodes here:

What to Expect in Season 2: A Deeper Dive

Season 2 of Be My Guest builds upon this rich foundation. The creative team behind the show—backed by MusiCulture and Swattrex—is doubling down on its core mission: to uncover the unseen, hear the unheard, and amplify the unsaid.

Expect more diversity in the lineup, as the new season explores a broader spectrum of music genres, geographies, and generations. While hip-hop and indie pop dominated the inaugural run, Season 2 aims to expand its repertoire to include regional artists, fusion maestros, electronic producers, and even voices from the independent classical scene.

The guest list remains tightly under wraps, but whispers from the production floor hint at surprise appearances by both established icons and breakthrough talents. Whether it’s a chart-topping sensation or a grassroots innovator, the common thread will be authenticity and artistry.

New Format, Same Heart

While the essence of Be My Guest—free-flowing conversations over coffee and camaraderie—remains intact, Season 2 introduces some format upgrades. Episodes will feature new thematic segments such as:

• “Studio Secrets” – behind-the-scenes footage from guest recording sessions
• “Rapid Fire: Reimagined” – spontaneous challenges and offbeat questions
• “Fan Connect” – questions from real fans answered on air
• “Lyric Lounge” – an artistic breakdown of the guest’s most iconic lyrics

These additions are designed to provide more variety while keeping the soul of the show alive—a deep, thoughtful, and entertaining dialogue about music and everything that flows from it.

A Platform for Stories That Matter

In a world dominated by algorithms and sound bites, Be My Guest continues to offer something rare: long-form, human-to-human engagement. It’s not just about hits or headlines, but about legacy, struggle, mental health, inspiration, and evolution.

The show has become a safe space where artists feel heard—not judged. Viewers from Season 1 consistently praised the show’s ability to uncover the personal side of public figures, often revealing childhood inspirations, creative blocks, industry politics, and personal turning points that shaped their artistic identity.

In Season 2, this ethos will remain front and center, ensuring that each conversation goes beyond the surface and taps into the soul of the music and the story behind the sound.

Produced with Passion, Powered by Collaboration

Be My Guest is more than a show—it’s a collaboration. Produced by MusiCulture in association with Swattrex, it embodies the spirit of Indian music culture: diverse, resilient, and ever-evolving. The production quality, crisp visuals, and smart editing all contribute to making each episode not just informative but also visually and emotionally compelling.

What’s more, Season 2 will be promoted with a renewed digital strategy. Expect teaser drops, Instagram live sessions, artist reels, and fan challenges that make the viewing experience interactive and community-driven.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Music Conversations

If Season 1 was the prologue, Season 2 is the story in full swing. As the show matures, it aims to become a cultural archive, preserving not just songs and albums, but the voices, visions, and values of India’s music vanguard.

In the long run, Be My Guest aspires to be the India’s answer to global shows like “Hot Ones” or “Tiny Desk Concerts,” blending humor, insight, and art into a cohesive, immersive experience.

Final Thoughts

With anticipation building and expectations high, Be My Guest: Season 2 is poised to not just repeat its past success but redefine it. It’s not merely a show—it’s a movement, a dialogue, and a diary of India’s musical soul.

So mark your calendars, set your reminders, and get ready to be inspired. Whether you’re a fan, a fellow artist, or just someone who loves a good story, Be My Guest welcomes you to join the conversation.

Because music isn’t just what we hear. It’s who we are.Article by Vishwa Deepak Dikshi