Netflix's 'The Ba***ds Of Bollywood': Why Aryan Khan's show has landed in trouble over Ranbir Kapoor's smoking scene!

Netflix’s ‘The Ba***ds Of Bollywood’ marked the directorial debut of Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan that streamed on the OTT platform from September 18. It’s a show that shows the dazzling and daunting world of Bollywood. It has a barrage of cameos, including a scene featuring Ranbir Kapoor towards the end of the show.

The series has been receiving rave reviews from critics and the audiences and many scenes are going viral on social media. But one particular scene has landed the makers in trouble.

The Ba\*\*\*ds Of Bollywood lands in trouble

The one scene where the Animal actor can be seen vaping (smoking an electronic cigarette) has been used without any disclaimer, and it has caught the eye of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). The makers or anybody from the show is yet to address the controversy.

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National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) member Priyank Kanoongo issues statement

Kanoongo was quoted saying, “The Ba***ds of Bollywood” on the Netflix OTT platform. In one episode of this series, actor Ranbir Kapoor is smoking an e-cigarette.” Here’s the video:

#WATCH | Delhi: National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) member Priyank Kanoongo says, "We received a complaint from an organisation called the Legal Rights Observatory. The complainant stated that there is a series called "The Ba***ds of Bollywood" on the Netflix OTT platform. In… https://t.co/o1L7BKfk4r pic.twitter.com/WPViAaLTk4

— ANI (@ANI) September 22, 2025

He added, “The complainant alleges that through this, he is influencing young people, especially our new generation, to smoke e-cigarettes… We examined this complaint and found that in India, under the E-Cigarette Prohibition Act, no person shall promote e-cigarettes.”

Notice issued to the Commissioner of Police against Aryan Khan’s show

Priyank added in his statement, “We have issued a notice to the Commissioner of Mumbai Police. We have asked him to file an FIR under the appropriate sections and take legal action against this actor, this production company, and this OTT platform.”

More about Aryan Khan’s show

Aryan Khan, making his much-anticipated directorial debut with The Ba***ds of Bollywood on Netflix, has been receiving widespread acclaim for his vision, humour, and creative acumen.

Behind the scenes videos from the set capture him in action - guiding scenes, interacting with the cast, and bringing his focus and flair to every moment. In under 24 hours, the series found itself on the #1 spot on Netflix India, quickly showcasing how Aryan Khan’s vision has found instant resonance with audiences and sparked conversations across the country.

The show’s cast and industry insiders alike have praised his fresh perspective, originality, and the enthusiasm he brings to the project. A flood of appreciation is seen with fans showering their love on him for carrying forward the baton of his father’s legacy, him understanding the Indian OTT audience, becoming a pop culture moment and thanking Aryan for giving pure masala for  fans!