Aryan Khan is making his directorial debut with the upcoming Netflix series, The Ba*ds of Bollywood, a satirical take on the Hindi film industry. The series is set to premiere on September 18, 2025, and the preview has already generated considerable buzz.
The Cast:
The series features a mix of established and rising stars. Lakshya plays Aasmaan Singh, an ambitious actor striving for stardom. Sahher Bamba plays the role of a quintessential "nepo kid" and Aasmaan's love interest. Bobby Deol portrays Ajay Talvar, "India's biggest superstar" and Sahher's father. Raghav Juyal plays Aasmaan's loyal friend and confidante. The ensemble cast also includes Manoj Pahwa, Mona Singh (as Lakshya's mother), Manish Chaudhari, Anya Singh, Vijayant Kohli, Rajat Bedi, and Gautami Kapoor.
Plot Glimpse:
The preview introduces viewers to the chaotic world of Bollywood, where dreams and ambitions collide. Narrated by Shah Rukh Khan, the series explores the journeys of those who are born into stardom and those who strive to achieve it. Aasmaan Singh's character is central to the story, showcasing his ambition, action sequences, and a love story with the daughter of a major Bollywood superstar. The series promises a blend of drama, romance, and the dark side of the film industry.
Star-Studded Cameos:
Adding to the excitement, The Ba*ds of Bollywood features cameos from several prominent Bollywood personalities. Karan Johar appears in a brief but noticeable cameo. Salman Khan and Ranveer Singh also make blink-and-miss appearances, further piquing the audience's interest. Although Shah Rukh Khan provides a voiceover, fans are eager to see if he will also make an on-screen appearance.
Production and Vision:
The Ba*ds of Bollywood is produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, with Aryan Khan serving as the creator, writer, and director. He co-wrote the series with Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan. Aryan Khan described his vision as creating a world that feels alive, mixing glitz and grit, where ambition shines and egos clash. He aimed to tell the story in a raw and stylized manner, offering a unique experience to the audience.
Initial Reactions:
The preview has been well-received, with fans praising the show's self-aware humor and tone. Some have even compared it to "Om Shanti Om of Gen Z". Many viewers appreciated the "meta" jokes and the series' willingness to not take itself too seriously. One scene, featuring Aasmaan Singh behind bars, has been interpreted as a self-deprecating reference to Aryan Khan's past arrest, with fans applauding his ability to incorporate the incident into his work. Overall, the series is being positioned as a bold and unfiltered take on Bollywood, exploring the dreams, struggles, and controversies within the industry.
