The Bads of Bollywood storms to #1 on Netflix. Aryan Khan’s debut wins over the youth. Detail 

Aryan Khan’s directorial debut The Ba***ds of Bollywood has exploded onto Netflix, and within just a few days of release of release, it climbed straight to the #1 trending spot in India. The buzz is high. Social media is packed with edits, memes, reels and fan shoutouts, proving one thing clearly, the youth have fully claimed this show as their own.

What makes it stand out? The unapologetic tone, the meta humour, the surprise cameos and a world that feels like it’s written by someone who actually understands edgy humour and today’s pop culture. No boring WhatsApp forward jokes here, this is young, irreverent and stylish. Of course, the cuss words are a bit too much for family audiences, but that hasn’t stopped Gen Z and young millennials from bingeing it and making it the talk of the town.

Bobby Deol as Ajay Talvar- The veteran stealing hearts again

Bobby Deol brings both swag and soul as Ajay Talvar. Fans are loving his presence and the way Aryan has presented him. After 30 years in the industry, Bobby seems to be enjoying a whole new wave of fandom and the audience response to his character is all love.

Lakshya as Aasmaan Singh – The lead with chaos and charm

For Lakshya, who leads the story as Aasmaan Singh, the moment is surreal. Action, chaos, vulnerability. His character covers it all. Fans are connecting with his journey, and the messages haven’t stopped pouring in since the show dropped.

Sahher Bambba as Karishma Talvar – sparkle meets freshness

Sahher has truly turned heads as Karishma. With her mix of glamour and energy, she’s getting a ton of appreciation online. For a newcomer, this kind of response is massive, people are saying she’s brought freshness and grace to the role, and the warmth coming her way is endless.

Raghav Juyal as Parvaiz – the breakout star of the show

If there’s one name dominating fan conversations, it’s Raghav Juyal. His performance as Parvaiz has become a meme fest, with fans declaring “Puri show ek taraf, Raghav bhai ek taraf.” His comic timing, his relatability, and especially his viral scene with Emraan Hashmi have made him the unexpected showstopper.

Anya Singh as Sanya – the sharp hustler everyone noticed

Holding the madness together is Anya Singh as Sanya, the ambitious manager. Her character gives viewers an inside peek into the workings of Bollywood, and her go-getter energy has made her one of the most talked-about names post-release.

Cameos that lit up the screen

Another factor driving the hype are the cameos. From Emraan Hashmi to Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Karan Johar, Arjun Kapoor, Rajkumar Rao, Sara Ali Khan and even Shah Rukh Khan himself and etc. Guest appearances have become talking points everywhere. Emraan’s special scene, in particular, has gone viral. Fans are calling it one of the coolest moments of the series, and he’s trending all over social media as a result. The cameos don’t just feel forced; they add layers of fun, nostalgia and star power, making the show even more addictive.

Why it’s trending #1 on Netflix

The formula is clear: Aryan Khan’s debut is bold, cheeky, and refuses to play it safe. The cameos are fun, the meta humour hits the right note with today’s meme loving generation, and the cast brings life to every frame. Sure, the language might make it a little too raw for family viewing, but for the youth. That rawness is exactly what they are vibing with.

The Bads of Bollywood* is not just a show, it’s a moment. A mix of chaos, entertainment and bold storytelling that has captured the pulse of the young audience. No wonder it has skyrocketed to the #1 spot on Netflix, setting the tone for Aryan Khan’s career as a filmmaker.

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