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Aryan Khan's Childhood Obsession Leads to Rajat Bedi's Comeback in Hit Web Series
31 Oct
Summary
- Aryan Khan, son of Shah Rukh Khan, was a huge fan of actor Rajat Bedi since childhood
- Aryan cast Rajat in his directorial debut web series 'The Bastards of Bollywood'
- Rajat's powerful performance in the series has been widely praised
In October 2025, filmmaker Farah Khan shared a heartwarming revelation about Aryan Khan, the director of the acclaimed web series 'The Bastards of Bollywood'. Farah disclosed that Aryan, the son of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, had been a huge fan of actor Rajat Bedi since childhood.
During a candid conversation with Rajat, Farah recalled that Aryan was "obsessed" with Rajat's characters, particularly his memorable dialogue from the film 'Jaani Dushman'. This lifelong admiration led Aryan to cast Rajat in a complex and layered role in his directorial debut, 'The Bastards of Bollywood'.
Rajat, who has been based in Canada for several years, was surprised when Aryan's team reached out to him for the project. Aryan personally welcomed Rajat and ensured his comfort, impressing Farah with his humility. Rajat's powerful performance as Jaraj Saxena in the series has been widely praised, marking a celebrated comeback for the veteran actor.
'The Bastards of Bollywood', which explores the darker realities of the film industry, has received glowing reviews for its bold storytelling, sharp writing, and standout performances - with Rajat Bedi's role emerging as one of the highlights.
