Aryan Khan Wins First Best Director Trophy For The Bads Of Bollywood*
In a glittering ceremony held in Mumbai, Aryan Khan added a significant achievement to his burgeoning career by winning the Best Director Award for his acclaimed OTT series, The Ba*ds Of Bollywood. The award was presented at the prestigious Bollywood Hungama OTT Fest and India Entertainment Awards. This marks his first award for directing the show, a milestone celebrated by industry insiders and fans alike. The Bollywood Hungama OTT Fest and India Entertainment Awards took place over two days, December 3 and 4, in Mumbai.
The Ba*ds Of Bollywood, which premiered on Netflix on September 18, 2025, has garnered attention for its bold narrative, sharp commentary, and impactful visual style, establishing Aryan Khan as a filmmaker with a distinctive voice. Critics have lauded his confident direction, narrative grip, and ability to vividly bring complex characters to life, earning him both audience appreciation and critical acclaim. The series is a satirical action comedy-drama that provides a behind-the-scenes look at the Hindi film industry. It stars Bobby Deol, Lakshya Lalwani, Raghav Juyal, Sahher Bambba, and Anya Singh, among others.
Due to prior commitments, Aryan Khan was unable to attend the awards ceremony. The trophy will be sent to his residence. Despite his absence, the enthusiasm in the room highlighted the significant impact his work has already made. Industry insiders noted that Khan's achievement symbolizes a new era of bold, youth-driven storytelling on Indian OTT platforms. His win highlights the growing creative freedom and experimentation flourishing in the digital space and reinforces his potential as a filmmaker.
The series follows Aasmaan Singh, an actor from Delhi, as he navigates the challenges of Bollywood, including multi-film contracts, interference from a co-star's father, and developing romances. The show also features cameo appearances by Bollywood icons such as Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Karan Johar.
Aryan Khan's journey to directing The Ba*ds of Bollywood wasn't without its initial hesitations. Shah Rukh Khan revealed that Aryan considered hiring another director. However, his father encouraged him to pursue his vision. Anya Singh, who stars in the series, defended Khan against claims of a ghost director, emphasizing his hard work and unique vision. She also noted that Khan chose a young and dedicated crew.
Prior to this award, Aryan Khan was already recognized as one of the top Indian directors. IMDb listed him as the second most popular Indian director of 2025, with The Ba*ds of Bollywood being his directorial debut. He is also the youngest series director to be featured on the list.
With this major honor, Aryan Khan's directorial career has taken a significant leap forward, and audiences eagerly anticipate his future projects. The Ba*ds of Bollywood is produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment and is available for streaming on Netflix.
