The wait is finally over for fans of brilliantly bizarre comedy. Mawaan Rizwan is back, and he's dialling the chaos up to eleven. The acclaimed writer, comedian, and star of the hit BBC Three series Juice has returned with a second series that promises even more mayhem, heart, and surreal escapades.
In an exclusive sit-down, Rizwan pulls back the curtain on the journey of his anxiety-ridden, people-pleasing character, who now possesses a mysterious and uncontrollable power. The first series left audiences in stitches; the second aims to leave them breathless.
From People-Pleaser to Power-Holder: A Deeper Journey
Series two catapults the protagonist into a new world of problems. The power that once seemed like a bizarre inconvenience has now become a formidable, and often terrifying, force. Rizwan reveals that this season explores the darker side of this supernatural ability, asking a compelling question: What happens when the urge to please everyone collides with the ability to literally move them?
'It's less about the quirky superpower and more about the weight it carries,' Rizwan explains. The new episodes delve into themes of responsibility, identity, and the exhausting performance of social conformity, all filtered through the show's signature absurdist lens.
Pushing Creative Boundaries and Personal Limits
Known for his wildly creative and DIY approach to comedy, Rizwan has doubled down on the ambition for this series. Expect even more elaborate visual gags, surprising special effects, and moments of genuine cinematic scale—all often conceived and executed by Rizwan himself.
'There's a scene involving a flying hoover that nearly broke me,' he confesses with a laugh, highlighting the blend of ambition and madness that defines the production. This hands-on method is what gives Juice its unique, authentic, and unmistakably Mawaan flavour.
More Than Just Laughs: The Heart of the Chaos
While the comedy is paramount, Rizwan is passionate about embedding real emotional stakes within the madness. The new series doesn't just aim for laughs; it aims to connect.
'At its core, it's about a guy trying to be loved, trying to be good, and failing spectacularly,' he says. This relatable desire, amplified to supernatural extremes, is what makes Juice more than just a gag-filled romp. It’s a strangely heartfelt look at the modern struggle with self-worth.
With its return to BBC Three and iPlayer, Juice is poised to cement its status as a defining comedy of the moment. For Mawaan Rizwan, it’s another bold step in a career dedicated to fearless, original, and utterly hilarious storytelling.
