Ghosts‘ latest episode put Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) in the hot seat as he had to answer for Trevor’s (Asher Grodman) bad behavior during an HR meeting in Season 5’s installment, “Michael Jackson Goes to HR.” Warning: Spoilers for Ghosts Season 5 Episode 15 ahead!
But the episode wasn’t only special because Jay had to get directly involved with ghost drama, it was also because he was stepping behind the show camera for the first time, making his directorial debut. Ambudkar also had the unique experience of directing an episode that revolved heavily around his own character, forcing him to feel the full effect of splitting acting and directing duties.
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