Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised Aryan Khan for his directorial debut The Bads of Bollywood, which has crossed 9 million views on Netflix. Calling it a masterpiece, Tharoor said Shah Rukh Khan must be proud of his son’s achievement.
Recovering from a cold, Tharoor shared his review on X (formerly Twitter), describing the series as “absolute OTT gold.” He said he was persuaded by his sister Smita Tharoor and staff to watch the show, and it turned out to be one of the best things he had seen recently.
In his post, Tharoor wrote, “Just finished watching Aryan Khan’s directorial debut The Ba**ds of Bollywood*, and I’m left grasping for words of praise. It takes time to grow on you, but soon you’re hooked. The writing is sharp, the direction fearless, and the satire bold. It’s a mix of humor, emotion, and honesty that Bollywood has been waiting for.”
He called Aryan’s work a fearless commentary on the film industry. “It looks beyond glamour, mocks clichés with wit, and lets the audience peek behind the scenes,” he added.
Tharoor also tagged Shah Rukh Khan in his post, writing, “From one father to another, you must be so proud! Aryan Khan, take a bow—you’ve delivered a masterpiece.”
About The Bads of Bollywood
The satirical comedy series, written and directed by Aryan Khan, is produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment. The show features Bobby Deol, Raghav Juyal, Lakshya Lalwani, Sahher Bambba, Mona Singh, Manoj Pahwa, and others.
The seven-episode series follows an outsider’s rise to fame in the chaotic world of Bollywood. It dramatizes real-life controversies and includes cameo appearances by top stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, SS Rajamouli, Ranveer Singh, and Disha Patani.
The show has received widespread praise from critics and audiences alike for its writing, performances, and sharp satire.
Aryan Khan’s debut marks a powerful new voice in Indian storytelling—raw, bold, and refreshingly honest.
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