Shashi Tharoor Praises Aryan Khan's Directorial Debut 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'

In October 2025, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor took to social media to share his enthusiastic review of the Netflix series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood', which had premiered on the platform just last month. Directed by Aryan Khan and produced by Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies, the series has quickly become a topic of conversation for its satirical take on the Bollywood industry.

Tharoor, who had watched the show over a relaxing weekend while recovering from a cold, praised it as "absolute #OTT GOLD!" He noted that while the series may take some time to engage the audience, it eventually proves "irresistibly hooked". The Congress leader highlighted the show's sharp writing, fearless direction, and "sheer audacity of this satire" as exactly what Bollywood needed, providing a "genius, often hilarious, sometimes moving, and always unflinching look beyond the glamour".

Tharoor also offered high praise for Aryan Khan's directorial debut, stating that he has "delivered a masterpiece" with 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'. The series features a notable ensemble cast and is filled with numerous surprise appearances by Bollywood superstars, giving viewers a unique insider's perspective on the industry.

Despite some controversy, including a defamation case filed by a former NCB officer, the show continues to attract attention for its wit and perspective on Bollywood. Tharoor's review, along with the enthusiasm of viewers, highlights the impact of this series on the ongoing conversations within the entertainment industry.