Aryan Khan, the son of Shah Rukh Khan, is making his Bollywood debut—not as an actor, but as a director and creator with the highly anticipated series Stardom. Set to stream on Netflix later this year, the series is produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Indian film industry.
A video from the sets of Stardom recently surfaced on social media, shared by a Shah Rukh Khan fan club. The clip captures Aryan explaining a scene to his crew with an intense focus. Dressed casually in a loose T-shirt from his own fashion brand, D’YAVOL X, paired with beige trousers, Aryan’s serious demeanour while directing has garnered praise from fans. The post accompanying the video read, “#AryanKhan video from the sets of his debut directorial project Stardom, which is all set to stream on Netflix later this year. Aryan is looking so serious.”
The six-episode series chronicles the journey of an ambitious outsider navigating the highs and lows of Bollywood. Stardom wrapped filming in May 2024, and early buzz hints at star-studded cameos from Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Badshah, and Bobby Deol.
In an earlier interview with GQ India, Aryan Khan spoke about his creative journey, comparing his work as a director with his role as the creative director for D’YAVOL X. “They’re both creatively stimulating in different ways. As the creative director of the brand, I shoot the ads and oversee the photoshoots. I’m very involved creatively, but not as much when it comes to logistics. On the other hand, as a director, I have to look into every detail, every shot, and every angle,” he explained.
Adding to the excitement, Hindustan Times had previously reported that Mona Singh plays a pivotal role in the series. “It’s a very interesting project, and she is getting to do something really different. The series will present her in a unique avatar, and she is thoroughly enjoying her time working on set with Aryan,” a source revealed.
With Stardom, Aryan Khan promises a fresh perspective on the glamour, struggles, and complexities of Bollywood, showcasing his unique storytelling style. Fans eagerly await the series’ release later this year.