Mumbai, August 18 — Filmmaker Karan Johar has publicly expressed his pride and affection for Aryan Khan, son of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, as Aryan prepares to make his directorial debut with the upcoming Netflix series The Ba**ds of Bollywood*. In a heartfelt social media post, Johar referred to Aryan as his “firstborn from the heart,” sharing childhood photos of the young Khan from the sets of Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, where Aryan briefly portrayed a younger version of his father’s character.
Johar praised Aryan’s creative vision and work ethic, describing him as a rare personality who works “20 hours a day” and possesses a unique directorial voice that blends mainstream appeal with modern narrative flair. He emphasized that Aryan does not carry the weight of his father’s legacy but instead forges his own path in the industry.
The teaser for The Ba**ds of Bollywood* was unveiled on August 17, offering a glimpse into Aryan’s bold and genre-defying storytelling. The series, produced by Gauri Khan under the Red Chillies Entertainment banner, features a star-studded cast including Bobby Deol, Lakshya, Sahher Bambba, Mona Singh, Manoj Pahwa, and others. The teaser opens with a nostalgic homage to classic Bollywood romance before sharply pivoting into irreverent, high-energy drama, signaling a generational shift in cinematic storytelling.
Both Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar have confirmed cameo appearances in the series. Johar, reflecting on his journey with Aryan, wrote, “From holding you in my arms to being directed by you… My heart is full!”
The preview of The Ba**ds of Bollywood* is scheduled to release on August 20, with the full series expected to stream on Netflix soon. Industry insiders and fans alike are eagerly anticipating Aryan Khan’s debut as a director, with Johar confidently predicting that the series will “smash all records”.
