The entertainment world witnessed a heartwarming moment as Aryan Khan, the son of superstar Shah Rukh Khan, bagged his first major award for his directorial debut. The young filmmaker was honored for his streaming series, 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood', at a recent event, marking a significant milestone in his career.
A Proud Family Moment
During his emotional acceptance speech, Aryan Khan highlighted that his mother, the renowned interior designer Gauri Khan, would be the happiest person in the world upon hearing the news. The event was made even more special by the presence of his maternal grandmother, Savita Chibber, who was there to cheer him on.
Overwhelmed with pride, Savita Chibber expressed her joy to the gathering. "I'm very happy. May he be very successful. My blessings to him. I love you the most. I'm so proud," she said. She added that at her age, seeing her grandson being honored by the whole country for his achievement was a profound moment.
Visibly moved by his grandmother's words, a beaming Aryan Khan made a sweet promise in return. He assured her that he would dedicate his next award to her. The touching moment culminated with the young director walking over to his grandmother and sharing a warm, affectionate hug.
From Child Artist to Director: Aryan Khan's Journey
While his directorial debut has garnered acclaim, Aryan Khan is not a new face to the Indian audience. His journey in the spotlight began decades ago. He first appeared on screen as a child artist in the iconic 2001 family drama 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', playing the younger version of Shah Rukh Khan's character, Rahul.
His association with cinema continued through voice work. He lent his voice to popular characters in Hindi-dubbed versions of major animated films. These include Dash Parr in 'The Incredibles' (2004), and most notably, Simba in 'The Lion King' (2019) and the recent 'Mufasa: The Lion King' (2024).
All About 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'
Helmed by Aryan Khan, 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' premiered on a leading streaming platform on September 18, 2025. The series, backed by his mother Gauri Khan as producer, served as his official debut behind the camera.
The show boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring Bobby Deol, Lakshya, Raghav Juyal, Sahher Bambba, Anya Singh, Mona Singh, Manoj Pahwa, and Manish Chaudhari. A major talking point was the series' clever meta references and its star-studded cameo lineup, which included legends like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, SS Rajamouli, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and Emraan Hashmi.
The audience and critics have widely appreciated the series for its fresh perspective and insider take on the film industry, making Aryan Khan's first foray into direction a resounding success.
This award not only celebrates a promising new director but also underscores the beginning of a new creative chapter for the Khan family legacy in Indian cinema.
