Shashi Tharoor hails Aryan Khan’s The Ba***ds Of Bollywood, 'Take a bow'

The year 2025 has seen a wave of star kids entering Bollywood, from Ahaan Pandey to Aryan Khan. Yet, amid the crowd, Aryan has captured the spotlight - not as an actor, but as a filmmaker. His Netflix series The Ba***ds of Bollywood has stirred conversations across the industry, blending controversy, creativity, and critical acclaim in equal measure.

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A Bold Satire on the Hindi Film Industry

The Ba***ds of Bollywood stands out as a biting satire on the inner workings of the Hindi film world. The show exaggerates the glitz and grime of the industry, delivering sharp humour, real-life parallels, and a surprise-filled narrative that keeps viewers hooked. Critics and fans alike have praised Aryan’s bold vision, applauding his “fearless direction” and “sharp writing.”

Shashi Tharoor Can’t Stop Praising the Show

Among the many voices lauding Aryan Khan, one came from an unexpected admirer - Congress MP and author Shashi Tharoor. Sharing his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), Tharoor revealed how the series completely won him over.

He wrote, “I’ve been battling a cold & cough and cancelled engagements for two days. My staff and my sister, @smitatharoor, persuaded me to turn my eyes away from the computer part of the time towards a @NetflixIndia series, and it’s one of the best things I have ever treated myself to: absolute #OTT GOLD! 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 then you’re irresistibly hooked! The writing is sharp, the direction is fearless, and the sheer audacity of this satire is just what Bollywood needed.” (sic)

Tharoor didn’t stop there. He continued his glowing review, calling Aryan’s work both daring and emotional.

“A genius, often hilarious, sometimes moving, and always unflinching look beyond the glamour, sending up every cinematic cliche with razor-like wit - and a series of insider jokes that let the audience into the act & behind the scenes. The seven compelling episodes mark the arrival of a true storytelling powerhouse. Take a bow, Aryan Khan- you’ve delivered a masterpiece: ‘TheBa***dsOfBollywood’ is brilliant! @iamsrk : from one father to another, let me say: you must be so proud!! #AryanKhan #Bollywood #MustWatch,” he added. (sic)

Fans Await Season 2 With Bated Breath

Following Tharoor’s effusive praise, excitement around Aryan Khan’s directorial debut has only grown stronger. Social media is flooded with posts applauding the young filmmaker for his confident storytelling and unconventional approach.

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The Ba***ds Of Bollywood first season features Lakshya, Bobby Deol, Mona Singh, Raghav Juyal, and Sahher Bambba in lead roles, and fans are now eagerly awaiting confirmation of a second season.