Shah Rukh Khan’s son, Aryan Khan, just made a big splash. He debuted as a director with his series, “The Bads of Bollywood.” It hit an OTT platform on Thursday. Naturally, everyone online is talking about it. So, did audiences give King Khan’s son a passing grade?
Aryan tried to tell a classic movie story with “The Bads of Bollywood.” As a director, he crammed in all the popular ingredients. You’ll find famous actors making guest appearances. There are even peeks into untold tales from the film industry. Social media has been buzzing with reviews from viewers. Did this series capture their hearts, or did it miss the mark?
Audience Cheers Aryan’s Directing Skills
Many viewers were pleasantly surprised by Aryan’s direction. One person on Twitter raved about how much better it was than they expected. They felt Aryan Khan did a fantastic job. Another user simply called it an “awesome series.” A different reviewer mentioned that the first thirty minutes were truly entertaining, with jokes that landed just right.
Just started watching #Badsofbollywood on @NetflixIndia and I must say, it’s absolutely brilliant.
The direction is far beyond expectations, and honestly, I didn’t see this level of finesse coming from a newcomer.
Aryan Khan has done a phenomenal job. It doesn’t feel like the…
— Nishant Bhardwaj (@Nishant_Bliss) September 18, 2025
30 mins into #BadsOfBollywood and its supremely entertaining. Very self aware and almost all jokes hit the sweet spot.
— Indraneel Binu (@BinuIndraneel) September 18, 2025
RAITING 4.5⭐
Review #Badsofbollywood Bhai Kya Jabardast Webseries Banaai Hai, Is Webseries Ko Dekhne Ke Baad Rajamouli, Lokesh, Nelson, Slb, Vanga Ko Aaj Neend Nahi Aayegi!! Aisi Webseries Universe Me Sirf Ek Baar Banti Hai ❤️🔥 #AryanKhan 👌👌 pic.twitter.com/TI8gahPQHj
— Complan Boy 🥛 (@angelpriya3215) September 18, 2025
Who Shined in “The Bads of Bollywood”?
Critics are also chiming in, with one user noting the series is being called a “game-changer.” They added that all Bollywood fans should definitely watch it. Another viewer commented that the acting from everyone, except for Bobby Deol and Lakshya, was simply amazing. They found it hard to believe a new director could get such great performances. However, some audience members had different takes on the performances.
Critics are calling it a game-changer! Aryan Khan’s Bads of Bollywood is a must-watch for every Bollywood fan. Out now on Netflix.#TheBadsOfBollywood
@iamsrk @RedChilliesEnt pic.twitter.com/85Bd9eqtOB— Eshak 0555 (@Eshak00555) September 18, 2025
So completed watching the first episode of #TheBadsOfBollywood. Loved it 🤍 Bobby Deol’s screen presence 🔥 nd loved lakshya’s performance nd also #SayNoToDrugs iykyk 😙 can’t believe a debutant dir it . Aryan 👏👏
— fiya winchester ✧ (@fiyaspeaks) September 18, 2025
What’s the Story About?
Aryan Khan’s directed series, “The Bads of Bollywood,” casts Lakshya as the hero, Aasmaan. Bobby Deol takes on a role with grey shades, playing the father of the hero’s love interest. Other key actors in the series include Mona Singh, Raghav Juyal, Gautami Kapoor, and Manoj Pahwa.
Gauri Khan produced the show. The story follows an outsider who dreams of becoming a hero in Bollywood. He faces many challenges on this difficult path. Aryan Khan told this journey in a classic Bollywood style.