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Aryan Khan's Directorial Debut Offers Insider Look at Bollywood's Nepotism and Ambition
10 Oct
Summary
- Aryan Khan, son of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, makes directorial debut with Netflix series
- Series offers frank look at nepotism, ambition and betrayal within India's film industry
- Reunites Khan with long-time collaborators Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan
In a move that has generated significant buzz, Aryan Khan, the son of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, has made his directorial debut with the Netflix series "The Bastards of Bollywood." The seven-episode series, produced by his parents' company Red Chillies Entertainment, offers a frank and insightful look at the dynamics of nepotism, ambition and betrayal within India's Hindi-language film industry.
The series centers on Aasmaan Singh (Lakshya), a young actor chasing stardom alongside his best friend Parvaiz (Raghav Juyal) and manager Sanya (Anya Singh). As Aasmaan navigates the industry, he faces tensions with the daughter of an established star, Karishma (Sahher Bambba). The show also features cameos from various Bollywood luminaries, including Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan and Karan Johar, adding to the insider feel.
