Sahher Bambba, basking in the success of "The Ba***ds of Bollywood," recently discussed the show's most shocking twist: the revelation that her character, Karishma Talwar, and Aasmaan Singh (Lakshya Lalwani) are half-siblings. This Game of Thrones-esque development, where the lovers discover they share the same father, Ajay Talwar (Bobby Deol), certainly raised the stakes.
According to Sahher, the cast was kept in the dark about this crucial plot point to preserve its impact. Director Aryan Khan consciously withheld the information to prevent it from influencing the actors' performances and on-screen chemistry. Sahher admitted that she repeatedly tried to get hints about her character's fate from Aryan, but he remained tight-lipped. The actors learned about the twist a mere half-hour before filming the scene. Sahher recalled the moment of revelation, stating that everyone's "jaws were on the floor".
The twist was not only shocking for the cast but also sparked considerable reaction from viewers. Sahher shared that her friends and family were equally stunned. Her friends messaged her in disbelief, expressing empathy for Karishma. Sahher also remembered her mother's reaction upon watching the show for the first time. The online response has been significant, with many fans calling the ending one of the boldest in recent debut series.
The climax of "The Ba***ds of Bollywood" occurs in episode 7, where Aasmaan and Karishma plan to elope. Ajay arrives to stop them, and Aasmaan's mom, Neeta (Mona Singh), reveals that Ajay is Aasmaan's father. A flashback reveals that Neeta and Ajay had a brief relationship 26 years prior, during the filming of "Sailaab," where Ajay was a rising star and Neeta a background dancer. This revelation leads to Aasmaan and Karishma calling off their wedding and deciding to remain friends.
Sahher shared images with Bobby Deol and Lakshya Lalwani, sparking humorous reactions from fans, with many commenting on the unexpected family dynamic. Some fans joked about the situation, referencing dialogues and moments from the show.
"The Ba***ds of Bollywood," directed by Aryan Khan and produced by Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment, features a star-studded cast and cameos from various Bollywood celebrities. The series has garnered attention for its meta-humor, jabs at the film industry, and unexpected plot twists. The ending also sets the stage for a potential season 2, with producer Freddi Sodahwallah (Manish Chaudhari) and his partner planning to use the Talvars' secret for their gain.
