Rajat Bedi makes a comeback with Aryan Khan’s Netflix debut The Ba***ds of Bollywood, premiering September 18, 2025. The series explores Bollywood’s dark side with a stellar ensemble cast.

Last Updated: 01.32 PM, Aug 21, 2025
The Ba***ds of Bollywood will mark Rajat Bedi's comeback to the screen after he became famous for his villainous portrayals in early 2000s Bollywood films. After a long absence from mainstream films, the actor makes a significant return with the Netflix series directed by Aryan Khan.
Bedi was born into a cinema family in Mumbai in 1970. Narendra Bedi, a filmmaker, and Rajinder Singh Bedi, a writer, are his grandparents. He has been acting for almost 40 years, appearing in several films and TV shows. His most famous role was as a bully opposite Hrithik Roshan in 2003's Koi... Mil Gaya; however, he has been in several films.
Bedi has also appeared in films, including International Khiladi, Indian, and Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani, and for his work on television in series like Kasautii Zindagii Kay and Aahat. His prominence in Hindi entertainment has diminished over the past decade, notwithstanding his formidable screen presence.
The Ba***ds of Bollywood reintroduces Bedi to a high-profile project. The series, which is being directed by Aryan Khan, is said to be a brutal and intense look at the depravity, ambition, and darker side of the Hindi film industry. The series' powerful ensemble includes cast members such as Lakshya Lalwani, Raghav Juyal, Manish Chaudhari, Mona Singh, and Gautami Kapoor. Additionally, cameos are made by Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Karan Johar, and Ranveer Singh.
Both the series and Aryan Khan's directorial debut were the centre of attention at the preview launch event in Mumbai. Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan attended the event to support their son, and the superstar's public expression of pride and adoration garnered headlines.
Fans are ecstatic that Rajat Bedi is a part of the show, praising him as one of the first onscreen villains in Bollywood. A lot of people were happy for him since it was a nod to his previous work and a chance to show off his skills in a modern web series.
September 18, 2025, is when The Ba***ds of Bollywood will debut on Netflix. There has been a lot of excitement about the show due to its ensemble cast, excellent production value, and Aryan Khan's innovative direction.
This is an opportunity for Bedi to reach out to fans of his earlier films as well as those of a younger generation. Aryan Khan's career as a director gets off to an ambitious start with this series. Plus, the project is another high-profile Hindi original for Netflix's worldwide audience.
Who is Rajat Bedi?
Rajat Bedi is an Indo-Canadian actor best known for his villainous roles in Bollywood films. He gained recognition for playing the bully Raj Saxena in Koi… Mil Gaya (2003) and has acted in over 40 films and TV shows.
What is Rajat Bedi doing now?
Rajat Bedi is making a comeback with Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, a Netflix series releasing in 2025.
When is The Ba***ds of Bollywood releasing?
The Ba***ds of Bollywood is scheduled to premiere on September 18, 2025, exclusively on Netflix.