The Bads of Bollywood Season 2: Aryan Khan Returns March

Netflix’s satirical series will resume filming in March 2027, bringing back most of the original ensemble for another seven‑episode run.

Netflix’s first foray into Bollywood satire, The Bads of Bollywood, is gearing up for a comeback. The show, which marked Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, wrapped its inaugural seven‑episode run to solid numbers and a buzz‑worthy finale that promised a sequel. Variety India has now confirmed that the second instalment will hit the studio floor in March 2027, with the majority of the original players slated to return.

The series follows the misadventures of Aasmaan – a wide‑eyed outsider trying to crack the film‑industry code – whose ambitions tumble when he falls for the daughter of a celebrated star. The mix of tongue‑in‑cheek satire, street‑level drama and occasional action gave the show a fresh flavour that resonated with both casual viewers and industry insiders. Its success on the streaming platform has turned it into a benchmark for home‑grown comedy‑drama.

While the first season’s cast read like a who’s‑who of contemporary talent – Lakshya, Bobby Deol, Sahher Bambba, Raghav Juyal, Anya Singh, Mona Singh, Manoj Pahwa, Manish Chaudhari and Rajat Bedi – the upcoming chapter will see most of these faces back on set. Sources say the writers are still polishing the script, aiming to up the stakes while preserving the irreverent tone that earned the series its fan‑base.

For Aryan Khan, the renewal is more than a vanity metric. It cements his transition from film‑star offspring to a creator with a distinct voice. The young director, son of Shah Rukh Khan, has been under the microscope since his debut, and the green‑light for a second season signals confidence from the streaming giant. It also adds a new entry to the growing list of Netflix‑original Indian series that blend regional sensibilities with global production values.

Industry watchers note that the March 2027 start date places the show in a relatively quiet production window, avoiding the crowded pre‑holiday rush. That timing could translate into a strategic release later in the year, perhaps aligning with the festive season when OTT viewership spikes. If the first season’s viewership trajectory holds, the sequel could easily break into the platform’s top‑10 list for Indian originals.

Fans have already taken to social media, replaying favorite moments and speculating about plot twists. The buzz is palpable, with memes circulating about the show’s quirky take on Bollywood’s power dynamics. The anticipation is further fueled by the promise of returning characters navigating fresh industry scandals, a premise that feels both timely and timeless.

As the cameras prepare to roll, the biggest question remains: will the sequel match the original’s blend of humour and heart, or will it veer into familiar territory? Only the March shoot will tell, but one thing is clear – Aryan Khan’s The Bads of Bollywood is set to keep the conversation alive well into the next year.

What’s next?

Netflix has yet to announce an exact premiere window, but if the production schedule stays on track, viewers can expect a trailer by late 2027, followed by a streaming debut before the year’s end.