In a classic move that has become his signature, Aryan Khan, the son of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, made a discreet appearance at a high-profile birthday celebration in Mumbai. The event, held on Monday night, was for Nirvan Khan, the son of actor and filmmaker Sohail Khan.
A Discreet Arrival Amidst the Glare
A video from the venue, which quickly went viral on social media, captured Aryan's deliberate attempt to stay out of the limelight. As the clip shows, two young men first exited a car while a security team member was heard telling the waiting photographers, "Chalo chalo ho gaya." Moments later, Aryan emerged, keeping his face hidden and walking briskly into the party venue without stopping for pictures, despite repeated calls from the paparazzi.
This behavior is entirely consistent with Aryan Khan's known preference for a private life. He is renowned for maintaining a low public profile, rarely making appearances at events or posing for photographers. His social media presence is also minimal, reflecting a clear choice to remain behind the camera rather than in front of it.
From Low-Profile Star Kid to Acclaimed Director
While he avoids the flashbulbs, Aryan has confidently stepped into the creative spotlight. Earlier this year, he made his highly anticipated directorial debut with the web series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'. The show delves into the glamorous yet cutthroat world of the Hindi film industry.
The series features an ensemble cast including Bobby Deol, Lakshya, Sahher Bambba, Manoj Pahwa, Mona Singh, and others. It follows the journey of an ambitious outsider, Aasmaan Singh (played by Lakshya), as he navigates the chaos, ambition, and complex power dynamics of Bollywood.
A Series That Topped the Charts
The debut was not just a personal milestone but a massive commercial and critical success. The series recently topped IMDb's list of the most popular shows of 2025 in India, beating out other major titles like 'Black Warrant', 'Paataal Lok Season 2', and 'Panchayat 4'.
Reacting to this achievement, Aryan Khan expressed that the overwhelming response was exactly what his team had hoped for. "We wanted to shake the room and own the conversation," he said. He described the show as a celebration of the madness, magic, and raw ambition that defines the film industry. He added that the memes, fan edits, and debates surrounding the series indicated it had successfully embedded itself into pop culture, becoming more than just another weekend watch.
This incident of avoiding the paparazzi also echoes recent sentiments expressed by veteran actor and MP Jaya Bachchan. Last month, she went viral for criticizing the presence of photographers outside event venues. While expressing great respect for legitimate media, she drew a clear distinction, stating, "My relationship with paparazzi is zero. Who are these people? Are they trained to represent the people of this country? You call them media?" Her comments highlight an ongoing debate about privacy and media intrusion in the lives of public figures, a line Aryan Khan has consistently chosen to draw for himself.
