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Karan Johar pens emotional note for his ', first born' Aryan Khan ahead of his directorial debut, 'Ba**ds of Bollywood'

Karan Johar penned an emotional note for Aryan Khan as he gears up for his directorial debut Ba**ds of Bollywood* on Netflix. Sharing a childhood photo of Aryan, Karan called him his “firstborn from the heart” and praised his sincerity and hard work. The series, featuring Lakshya, Raghav Juyal, Bobby Deol, and Sahher Bambba, promises a bold, witty take on Bollywood, with its preview set to drop on August 20.

August 18, 2025 / 20:01 IST

Filmmaker Karan Johar shared a heartfelt note for Aryan Khan as the star kid gears up for his directorial debut with Netflix’s upcoming series Ba**ds of Bollywood.

Taking to Instagram, Karan shared an adorable childhood picture of Aryan and expressed his deep affection. He wrote, “My first burst of parental love… @_aryan is my firstborn from my heart and I am so proud of his sincerity! His relentless hard work and how his mind works with mainstream masala and cool narrative energy in equal measure… #badsofbollywood is on its way… hope you’re ready for this mega ride!”

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The emotional post didn’t stop there. Replying to the childhood pictures shared by Netflix, Karan further commented, “Aryan! From holding you in my arms to being directed by you… My heart is full!”

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Aryan Khan’s much-awaited directorial venture, Ba**ds of Bollywood*, is being billed as a bold and witty take on the Hindi film industry. The teaser, filled with nostalgia and cheeky humour, shows Aryan confidently declaring: “Zyaada hogya na? Aadat daalo... kyunki mera show bhi thoda zyada hai” (“Too much, wasn’t it? Get used to it, because my show is a bit too much as well”).

Also Read: 10 things to know about Aryan Khan’s bollywood debut – Ba***ds of Bollywood

The series features a dynamic ensemble cast including Lakshya, Raghav Juyal, Bobby Deol, and Sahher Bambba. With such a vibrant line-up, audiences can look forward to a mix of talent, drama, and entertainment, all tied together by Aryan’s unique storytelling vision.

The preview of Ba**ds of Bollywood* is set to drop on August 20, and the excitement is already soaring. As Aryan steps into the world of direction, the show promises more than just glitz and glamour—it aims to offer grit, humour, and a fresh perspective on an industry that continues to inspire millions.

With Karan Johar cheering him on, Aryan Khan’s debut is already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about projects of the year.

Entertainment desk
first published: Aug 18, 2025 08:00 pm

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