Shah Rukh Khan reviews The Ba***ds of Bollywood; Reveals when son Aryan Khan will debut as a hero

Aryan Khan's debut directorial series, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, is all set to be released on Netflix. In a recent #AskSRK session, SRK shared his review of the series.

The Ba***ds of Bollywood

Earlier in 2025, Shah Rukh Khan unveiled the upcoming project, The Ba***ds of Bollywood which marks the directorial debut of his son, Aryan Khan. The project was unveiled on February 3 as a part of the Netflix 2025 event. The teaser has already created a buzz and fans cannot wait for the official release date. Amid this, SRK hosted an #AskSRK session on X and shared his review for the series, as he mentioned that he had seen a bit of it.

Shah Rukh Khan on The Ba***ds of Bollywood

On August 16, Shah Rukh Khan hosted an interactive session on X where he received congratulatory notes for winning the National Award. During the session, one fan asked him about his favorite movie or show he has watched this year. To this, SRK replied, "Seen a bit of Ba***ds of Bollywood. That was very endearing and funny."

On the other hand, another fan asked, "When are you planning to launch Aryan Khan as a hero? I’d love to see him in a superhero role," to which SRK quirkily replied, "Give him love as a Director in Ba***ds of Bollywood when u watch it. Abhi ghar mein competition nahi chahiye."

King Khan did not stop here. When asked to share more about The Ba***ds of Bollywood, he said, "Its very good. You all see and decide. but its very entertaining and wacky and emotional. Honest review!

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When another fan asked, "Sir can’t wait to see you as King. But till than can I expect a cameo from you in Aryan's series?" SRK said that lots of lovely friends from the industry have participated in the Aryan's series and he is always there added, "Main toh hun hi…Haq se!"

Take a look at SRK's reply when one asked when The Ba***ds of Bollywood will be released:

More about The Ba***ds of Bollywood

The Ba**ds of Bollywood is a forthcoming Netflix original series produced by Red Chillies Entertainment. With this, Aryan Khan, the son of Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan, is all set to make his directorial debut. Although Netflix has not revealed when the show will air, fans are getting excited as the streaming service will host a special event in Mumbai on August 20th to unveil the first look of the series.

'An ambitious outsider and his pals negotiate the larger-than-life yet uncertain world of Bollywood,' reads the synopsis of the series. The upcoming Netflix series is about an aspiring outsider and his friends who navigate the larger but uncertain world of Bollywood. This series combines self-aware humor with high-level narrative - and promises unforgettable cameos, blockbuster thrills, and an adventurous journey into the world of Indian cinema.

The team of the show opened up about the project and added, “Behind the glamour of Bollywood lies a world just as dramatic as the films themselves—and that is where the Netflix series, The BA***DS of Bollywood begins. Through Aryan Khan’s distinct lens, this series dives into the glitz, the chaos, the comedy, and the high stakes of an industry built on dreams."

Meanwhile, The Ba***ds of Bollywood marks the sixth collaboration between Netflix and Red Chillies Entertainment after films Darlings, Bhakshak, Class of '83, and shows Betaal, and Bard of Blood.

FAQs:

Q: What is Aryan Khan’s Netflix series The Ba**ds of Bollywood about?

A: The series follows an ambitious outsider and his friends as they navigate the larger-than-life yet unpredictable world of Bollywood, blending humour with high-stakes drama.

Q: When will the first look of The Ba**ds of Bollywood be released?

A: Netflix will unveil the first look at a special event in Mumbai on August 20.

Q: Is The Ba**ds of Bollywood Aryan Khan’s directorial debut?

A: Yes, the Netflix series marks Aryan Khan’s debut as a director.

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