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Netflix’s September lineup brings a major talking point for cinephiles and Bollywood fans alike—the arrival of The Bads of Bollywood, a stylish new dramedy helmed by Aryan Khan, son of superstar Shah Rukh Khan. Launching globally on September 18, the series quickly rose to the top of the streamer’s most-anticipated list, thanks to its playful blend of industry satire and heartfelt underdog story.

Streaming Debut Generates Buzz

The Bads of Bollywood unites star power on and off screen. Created and directed by Aryan Khan, with production from Gauri Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment, the series boasts an ensemble cast including Lakshya, Bobby Deol, Raghav Juyal, Sahher Bambba, and Mona Singh. The show’s trailer made waves with cameo appearances from Bollywood icons like Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, and Shah Rukh Khan himself, intensifying the early hype.

Fresh Perspective on Industry

The series stands out for its meta, self-referential humor. Centered on Aasmaan Singh (Lakshya), an ambitious outsider fighting for a break in the cutthroat film world, The Bads of Bollywood takes both a loving and satirical approach to industry myths, star-making, and off-camera drama. Aryan’s direction has been called daring and stylish, blending comedy with sharp observations about fame, family, and fortune. Music by Shashwat Sachdev and lively cameos help create an authentic, high-energy portrait of contemporary Hindi cinema.

Young Filmmakers in Focus

Praised by critics and audiences for its inventive narrative and bold direction, Aryan Khan’s debut marks him as a new creative force in South Asian entertainment. Social media has buzzed with clips from the official trailer—including a cameo-filled jail sequence nodding cheekily to Bollywood’s real and fictional scandals. As Netflix and Red Chillies mark their sixth collaboration, The Bads of Bollywood promises to be both a binge-worthy ride for new viewers and a treat for long-time Bollywood fans.