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Aryan Khan to work on his first theatrical release before directing Shah Rukh Khan in planned 2027 film: Report

Aryan Khan, who recently earned appreciation for his debut Netflix directorial The Ba***ds of Bollywood, is already moving ahead with his next set of projects. The series, which featured Lakshya, Raghav Juyal, Bobby Deol and an ensemble cast, marked Aryan’s official entry as a director and showcased his inclination towards bold storytelling. With the streaming debut now behind him, the filmmaker is preparing for a larger leap a theatrical feature. According to industry sources, Aryan’s next directorial will be a full-fledged film intended for a big-screen release. The young filmmaker is reportedly determined to establish himself in the theatrical space before stepping into what will arguably be the most anticipated collaboration of his career directing his father, superstar Shah Rukh Khan. A source quoted by Pinkvilla revealed that Aryan is taking a measured, merit-driven approach to his career choices. “Aryan wants to deliver a theatrical success and prove himself as a filmmaker before taking on the challenge of directing his superstar father, Shah Rukh Khan,” the insider shared. The intention, the source added, is to build credibility in the industry by letting the work speak for itself rather than relying on legacy or expectations. Plans for the father-son collaboration are very much in motion, though the film is not expected to take off immediately. “If all goes as planned, Aryan’s third directorial will feature SRK in the lead. The father-son duo has already locked the core idea, but the collaboration is expected to take shape only in 2027,” the source added. For now, Aryan is dedicating his attention to completing the script for his second feature film. The project is likely to enter the casting stage soon, with more details about the genre, ensemble, and production timeline expected to emerge in the coming months. With his debut project sparking conversations and his next two films already generating industry buzz, Aryan Khan appears to be pacing his journey with focus and strategic clarity. As anticipation builds for his theatrical debut and eventually, his directorial collaboration with Shah Rukh Khan all eyes are on the young filmmaker’s next move. Also Read: Sameer Wankhede calls The Ba***ds of Bollywood a “calculated hit job” aimed at settling personal scores: “Shah Rukh Khan, Aryan Khan can’t hide behind satire”.

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Netflix unveils Operation Safed Sagar at Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2025, honoring IAF’s daring Kargil mission

The spirit of India soared high as Netflix unveiled its upcoming series, Operation Safed Sagar -an ambitious retelling of the Indian Air Force’s pivotal role in the Kargil War at the first-ever Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2025 (SIM-25) in New Delhi. Created by Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Kushal Srivastava and directed by Oni Sen, the series is headlined by Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, Abhay Verma, Mihir Ahuja, Taaruk Raina, and Arnav Bhasin, among others. The marathon, held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, brought together serving officers, veterans, dignitaries, including Air Chief Marshal AP Singh- Chief of the Airstaff, members of the press, and thousands of civilians united in pride for the Indian Air Force. Amid an atmosphere charged with patriotism, Netflix India’s VP of Content, Monika Shergill, and Series Head, Tanya Bami, unveiled the teaser of what promises to be Netflix’s biggest Indian series of 2026. Produced by Matchbox Shots and Feel Good Films, and created with the support of the Indian Air Force, Operation Safed Sagar is a lesser-known chapter of the Kargil War based on true events. It follows a story of IAF pilots who pushed beyond their limits to attempt a daring and dangerous mission to fight for their motherland. Filmed extensively across operational Indian Air Force bases, the series features MiG aircraft and IAF personnel and offers an authentic, high-octane portrayal of heroism. Air Chief Marshal, Chief of the Airstaff Amar Preet Singh shares, “I am very happy to see 12, 000 people participate in this marathon in Delhi, which was also simultaneously conducted at 46 places. I would like to congratulate Netflix on launching the series, Operation Safed Sagar. It was an air battle at the highest point and the Indian Air Force displayedthe highest degree of professionalism in achieving the Kargil heights.”Monika Shergill, Vice President, Content Netflix India, said, “We are proud to unveil Operation Safed Sagar today a story that goes beyond the battlefield. It’s about the courage, friendship, and patriotism of those who went above and beyond to keep our nation safe. We are deeply grateful to the Indian Air Force for their trust and support on this series, inspired by their remarkable role in the Kargil War. Matchbox Shots and Feel Good Films have been incredible partners. And it’s even more special to work with fresh and dynamic voices like Abhijeet Singh Parmar, Kushal Srivastava, Oni Sen and Mehboob Pal Singh Brar to bring to life a story that reflects the strength, discipline, and unwavering spirit of the Indian Air Force.”Sanjay Routray, Co-founder and Director at Matchbox Shots, said, “Operation Safed Sagar is not just about war it’s about courage, sacrifice, and transformation. With rare access to real IAF bases and the unwavering support of the Indian Air Force, we’ve brought to life a tribute to the fighter pilots who redefined bravery at impossible altitudes. The co-creator, Kushal Srivastava, was instrumental in bringing this story to us and backing it with all his conviction. Partnering with Netflix gave us the canvas and scale this story deserves, and their support has enabled us to tell this lesser-known story to the world.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Mehboob Pal Singh Brar of Feel Good Films add, “Operation Safed Sagar is a story of grit, heart and human spirit. Collaborating with Netflix and the Indian Air Force allowed us to capture that spirit with authenticity and scale, and we cannot be more thrilled to share this story with audiences worldwide.”A story backed by the Indian Air Force with its unmatched scale, emotional depth, and real-life resonance Operation Safed Sagar marks a milestone in military storytelling and reaffirms Netflix’s commitment to bringing powerful, lesser-known Indian stories to audiences worldwide. Operation Safed Sagar streams on Netflix in 2026. Also Read: Netflix and YRF partner to stream over 50 years of Bollywood classics worldwide including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan films.

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‘Drug Problem Is Deep, Not Something To Be Made Fun Of’: Did Sameer Wankhede’s Wife Take A Dig At Aryan Khan’s The Ba***ds Of Bollywood?

Sameer Wankhede has filed a Rs. 2 crore defamation suit against Red Chillies Entertainment and Netflix, claiming that The Ba***ds Of Bollywood contains false and defamatory content. An Instagram post of Wankhede’s wife, Kranti Redkar, has gone viral, which was shared two days after the release of the show. She had shared, “Drug problem is deep, it’s not something to be made fun of or laughed at.”