The entertainment world is abuzz following the release of the first look of The Ba*ds of Bollywood, Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, which Netflix unveiled on August 17, 2025. The 1.36-minute teaser blends nostalgia and satire, as Aryan pays homage to his father’s iconic style while injecting a daring, action-driven twist that leaves a lasting impression.
Aryan Khan’s debut was meant to establish him as a storyteller, but the reaction has gone beyond that. His voice, aura, and screen presence have made fans believe he could transition seamlessly into acting if he chose to. While The Ba*ds of Bollywood cements him behind the camera, the audience is already imagining his potential in front of it.
Fans Can’t Stop Reacting to Aryan Khan’s Acting Debut in the First Look
Fans have been gushing about Aryan’s commanding presence in the first look already, echoing admiration across social media for what they describe as his magnetic on-screen performance.
One viewer on X hailed him, “What a superb style of announcement of #TheBadsOfBollywood . … aaryan khan is looking very good and confident…looking forward”.
A more enthusiastic reaction captured the excitement perfectly:
“Aryan Khan isn’t even trying, yet his walk, his voice, and his screen presence feel like SRK 2.0 in motion. … You can literally see the legacy flowing in him”
Another exclaimed:
“he’s the best nepo kid in bwood. just from the teaser itself, he’s already showing his skills. he truly has immense acting talent . bro act in films, you have got unreal AURA”
More fans echoed similar sentiments: “Aryan’s acting, dialogue delivery, and screen presence are brilliant!” and “Aryan has the potential to continue his father’s legacy!! SRK’s son”.
On Reddit, a fan was so convinced by his resemblance that:
“I genuinely thought it was Shahrukh doing the voiceover. CRAZYY HOW THEIR VOICES R SOOO SIMILAR”
Some users called him a “Xerox copy of SRK,” noting uncanny similarities in voice, mannerisms, and even his smile:
“His voice also is similar to SRK , I thought SRK was doing dub for whole time.”
“The way he smiled is exactly how Shah Rukh smiles.”
Moving beyond mere comparisons, one user hailed Aryan’s energy and confidence:
“I can’t say anything about this show right now, but one thing is for sure that Aryan khan body language & confidence is amazing. … Aryan is like giving tough competition to him.”
Another quipped with playful exaggeration:
“Oh Teri !! Aryan has some screen presence !! Camera kay peechey kyun ? … he will set the screen on fire…”
Few more reactions:
What Resonates About Aryan Khan’s Performance
What truly resonates is not just familiarity, but a bold reinterpretation. Fans aren’t merely noting likeness; they’re impressed by his confidence, delivery, and charisma. Many are convinced that Aryan doesn’t need to try hard, his screen presence speaks volumes. The consensus is clear: through the teaser, he has already solidified himself as a commanding performer in his own right.
As one fan summed it up perfectly: “The legacy really does run in the genes.”
The Ba***ds of Bollywood First Look
The first look juxtaposes romantic nostalgia with brutal action, setting expectations for a narrative that blends affection for Bollywood with a playful critique of its excesses. The teaser cleverly plays with Bollywood’s most iconic tropes, beginning with a nod to Mohabbatein’s violin before flipping the mood with Aryan’s irreverent line: “Bohot saara pyaar aur thoda sa vaar.”
(Watch: Shah Rukh Khan Drops Kickass First Look of Aryan Khan’s ‘Ba***ds of Bollywood’, “Kyuki Picture Toh Saalon Se Baaki Hai, Lekin Show Toh Ab Shuru Hoga”)
Shah Rukh Khan chimed in with both pride and humor, describing the series as “very entertaining and wacky and emotional” in an #AskSRK session, and coyly confirmed the teaser drop on this Sunday, August 17. The preview is slated for August 20.
The Ba*ds of Bollywood is directed and co-produced by Aryan Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment, with collaboration from Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan. The cast includes Lakshya and Sahher Bambba, along with appearances by Bobby Deol, Mona Singh, Manoj Pahwa, Manish Chaudhari, Raghav Juyal, Anya Singh, and Gautami Kapoor.
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