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Aryan Khan's Debut Series Balances Humor and Respect in Bollywood Expose
10 Oct
Summary
- The Ba***ds of Bollywood, Aryan Khan's directorial debut, has become a breakout hit
- The show offers a behind-the-scenes look at Bollywood's chaos, ambition, and contradictions
- Aryan Khan aimed to be self-deprecating, not disrespectful, towards the industry
In September 2025, Aryan Khan's directorial debut, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, premiered on Netflix and quickly became one of the most talked-about shows of the year. The seven-episode series has been trending at No. 1 in India since its release, earning critical acclaim and audience love in equal measure.
Blending sharp satire with a compelling narrative, The Ba***ds of Bollywood offers a behind-the-scenes look at the chaos, ambition, and contradictions that define the film industry. While the show takes a bold and humorous approach, Aryan Khan revealed that the team was very conscious of maintaining respect for the industry they belong to.
"We wanted to be self-deprecating, but not disrespectful anywhere," Aryan shared. "There has to be a lot of respect, because we're making something about the industry and being a part of the industry." The show's surprise cameos by industry heavyweights like Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, and Karan Johar have only added to the excitement, with fans calling them "cinematic gold."
Through its mix of humor, drama, and emotion, The Ba***ds of Bollywood presents a fresh and fearless take on stardom, privilege, and ambition, establishing Aryan Khan as a promising new voice in the industry.
