Aryan Khan, the son of Shah Rukh Khan, has made his directorial debut with the recently released web series “The Ba***ds of Bollywood,” featuring a star-studded cast, including Ranbir Kapoor, Rajat Bedi, Emraan Hashmi, etc. However, the show has landed in controversy within hours of its release due to a scene where Ranbir Kapoor is seen smoking an e-cigarette, sparking concerns about the potential impact of this scene on youth of this country.
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Ranbir Kapoor Seen Smoking E-Cigarette
Seeing this matter raising concern among people, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has filed a complaint against Ranbir Kapoor, the show’s producers, and Netflix, alleging that the scene promotes e-cigarette use without any warning or disclaimer. The NHRC has also urged the Mumbai Police to file an FIR against the accused and has also written to the Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, requesting action to ban such content on digital media and social media.
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Let us tell you that “The Ba***ds of Bollywood” of Aryan Khan was released on Netflix on September 18, 2025, and features a talented cast, including Lakshya Lalwani, Anya Singh, Raghav Juyal, Bobby Deol, and Mona Singh, among others. The show has generated buzz, but the controversy surrounding the e-cigarette scene may overshadow its success.
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Let us tell you that the Mumbai Police will likely investigate the matter and take necessary action required in this regard. The controversy surrounding “The Ba***ds of Bollywood” raises questions about the responsibility of content creators and the impact of media on youth and their lives. Now it will be worth watching, will the show’s success be affected by the controversy, or will it become a hit despite the backlash?