Aryan Khan’s much-anticipated directorial debut, The BA***DS OF BOLLYWOOD, has officially been announced at Netflix’s Next on Netflix India event, with none other than Shah Rukh Khan introducing the project in a hilarious teaser video.
Shah Rukh Khan unveils Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, The BA***DS OF BOLLYWOOD, in a witty Netflix teaser.
The much-anticipated directorial debut of Aryan Khan has finally been announced, promising a thrilling, satirical, and self-aware take on Bollywood. At Netflix’s Next on Netflix India event, Shah Rukh Khan took center stage to introduce his son’s first-ever Netflix series, The BA***DS OF BOLLYWOOD. This marks Aryan Khan’s official entry into filmmaking, not as an actor but as a creator, writer, and director, bringing his unique vision to the world of cinema.
Described as a high-stakes, humorous, and immersive narrative, the series follows an ambitious outsider and his friends as they navigate the unpredictable, larger-than-life world of Bollywood. It promises to take audiences on a rollercoaster ride through the chaos, glitz, and absurdities of the film industry while featuring unforgettable cameos from some of the biggest stars in Indian cinema.
Shah Rukh Khan made the announcement in a way only he could—through a witty, theatrical, and effortlessly charming video that showcased his electric chemistry with son Aryan Khan. The teaser begins with SRK making a grand entrance, stepping into a dimly lit set with a bold red backdrop. With his signature swagger, he removes his shades and begins, “Picture toh saalon se baaki hai. Lekin…” Just as he sets the mood, a voice cuts through the air.
“Cut… ek baar aur kar le Sir? Iss baar zyada emotion ke saath?” The voice belongs to none other than Aryan Khan, seated behind the camera, coolly instructing his superstar father to try again. SRK, ever the professional, nods and obliges, delivering another take—only to be stopped again.
“Zyada emotion ho gaya. Thoda base daaliye na awaaz mein?” Aryan suggests, now pushing his father to add depth and baritone to his voice. Shah Rukh Khan, known for his flawless dialogue delivery, attempts to channel a richer, deeper tone, only for Aryan to interrupt once more,
“Bachchan sahab ki yaad aa gayi.”
A puzzled SRK smirks, “Yeah?” before Aryan casually throws in another direction. “Ek thoda faster kare?” SRK speeds it up.
“Shayad slow mein hi maza hai.” SRK slows it down. With each take, the antics escalate, and Aryan keeps testing his father’s patience with his dry humor and playful instructions. In frustration, SRK finally resorts to his trademark move—spreading his arms wide, ready to take control of the situation.
“Cut… haath saalon se phail rahe hai. Kuch alag try kare?” The hilarity peaks as SRK dramatically shifts his performance, trying everything from over-the-top intensity to complete deadpan delivery, each more ridiculous than the last. The frustration builds until he finally loses it, yelling,
“Chup! Ek aur, ek aur, ek aur kiye jaa raha hai. Tere baap ka raaj hai kya?”
The scene immediately cuts to Aryan, sitting coolly behind the camera, smirking. “Haan.” SRK, realizing he’s been outplayed, throws up his hands before declaring, “Chup! Ab main take karunga aur tum sab chup chaap dekhoge. Aur seekhoge.”
And then, with full Bollywood flair, he delivers the final announcement, “Picture toh saalon se baaki hai, par show ab shuru hoga. The biggest, the baddest, bravest, whackiest, funniest, cheekiest, maddest, filmiest show on earth. Aur uss show ka title hai…”
The screen flashes to bold text, revealing the much-anticipated title—The BA***DS OF BOLLYWOOD—as the set erupts in cheers and applause. Just when the excitement settles, Aryan casually leans forward, smirking, “Papa… Camera roll nahi hua. Ek aur milega?”
SRK, now at his limit, lunges forward, chasing Aryan off the set as the younger Khan cheekily calls out, “Papa… Papa… bete pe haath uthane se pehle…”The video ends on the ultimate mic drop, fading to the words “Directed by Aryan Khan” in bold letters.
Shah Rukh Khan shared the teaser on his social media, captioning it, “Picture toh saalon se baaki hai, par show toh ab shuru hoga. Witness Aryan Khan’s take on Bollywood… The BA***DS OF BOLLYWOOD, coming soon.”*
The creators behind the show expressed their excitement about this bold new project, emphasizing how it delves into the drama behind the glamour. The team stated, “Behind the glamour of Bollywood lies a world just as dramatic as the films themselves—and that is where our Netflix series begins. Through Aryan Khan’s distinct lens, this show dives into the glitz, the chaos, the comedy, and the high stakes of an industry built on dreams. From the house of Red Chillies Entertainment, this collaboration with Netflix brings to life a story that is as bold and entertaining as the movies we have come to love. We can’t wait for audiences to experience this with us.”
Produced under Red Chillies Entertainment, the series is being backed by Gauri Khan, with Bonnie Jain and Akshat Verma serving as executive producers. Aryan Khan leads the project as creator and director, working alongside co-creators Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan, who have also contributed to the writing.
This Netflix series aims to bring a bold, immersive, and unconventional take on Bollywood, highlighting the power dynamics, struggles, and humor embedded within the industry. It offers a fresh, entertaining, and sharp-witted perspective on what goes on behind the scenes of the entertainment world.
The excitement surrounding Aryan Khan’s directorial debut has only added to the buzz around Netflix’s upcoming lineup. Alongside The BA***DS OF BOLLYWOOD, the streaming platform has also announced major projects, including Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins, starring Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat, and the highly anticipated Delhi Crime Season 3.
With Aryan Khan stepping into the spotlight as a storyteller and filmmaker, this Netflix original is shaping up to be one of the most awaited projects of the year. Fans can’t wait to see his take on the industry that his family has been a part of for decades, but from an entirely new and refreshing perspective.
