Shah Rukh Khan turned emotional at the launch of Aryan Khan’s ‘Ba**ds of Bollywood’* as he witnessed his son taking his first step into the professional world.
Shah Rukh Khan, popularly known as King Khan, couldn’t hold back his pride as his son Aryan Khan unveiled the highly anticipated preview of The Ba**ds of Bollywood*. Making his directorial debut, Aryan took the spotlight at a grand event in Mumbai on August 20, 2025. The evening turned deeply emotional for SRK, who watched his son captivate the audience with his powerful speech. The proud father even turned teary-eyed while introducing Aryan on stage, marking a truly unforgettable moment in his life.
Shah Rukh Khan Emotional as He Calls Aryan Khan on Stage
Aryan marked a proud milestone not just for the Khan family but also for the film industry. His directorial debut, ‘The Bads of Bollywood’, was unveiled today and instantly won immense love from fans. Media and online platforms too have been showering it with positive reviews. While the series has already set high expectations, the most touching moment came when SRK, with teary eyes, called Aryan on stage and introduced him as the creator of ‘The Bads of Bollywood’.
Shah Rukh Khan’s emotional words began with heartfelt gratitude to Mumbai, the City of Dreams, which has embraced him with love for over 30 years. He thanked the city for everything it has given him and shared with pride that now his son, Aryan, is also beginning his professional journey in Mumbai, saying:
“Main bohot shukraguzaar hoon Mumbai ki iss pavitra dharti ka, is desh ki pavitra dharti ka, jisne mujhe mauka diya ki main aap logon ko 30 saal tak entertain karne ki koshish kar sakun. Aaj bohot khaas din hai, kyunki isi pavitra dharti par mera beta bhi apna pehla kadam rakh raha hai. Bahut accha ladka hai.”
Shah Rukh Khan Urges Media to Appreciate Aryan Khan’s Work
Shah Rukh Khan’s wife, Gauri, and their son Aryan Khan’s mother, was present on this special occasion. Expressing his gratitude to Mumbai and India, SRK shared that when Aryan would step onto the stage, he hoped everyone would cheer for him and keep him in their prayers. Getting emotional, SRK requested the media and audience to shower Aryan with the same love and support that he himself had always received. He said:
“Toh aaj jab woh aapke saamne aayega, aur agar aapko uska kaam accha lage, toh uske liye taaliyan bajaiyega. Aur un taaliyon mein thodi si dua bhi rakhna, thodi si prarthna bhi rakhna. Aur jaise ki maine aapse pichli baar kaha tha, jo pyaar aap logon ne mujhe diya hai, uska 150% aap use dena.”
SRK made sure to warmly welcome the entire cast of the series Ba**ds Of Bollywood*, which featured Bobby Deol, Lakshya, Sahher Bambba, Manoj Pahwa, Mona Singh, Manish Chaudhari, Raghav Juyal, Anya Singh, and Vijayant Kohli. The series will also star Rajat Bedi and Gautami Kapoor. The cast shared their experiences on playing their roles and insights from the shooting of this no-filter series.
Aryan Khan Opens Up About Crafting a Story Inspired by His Emotions
Aryan revealed to The Ba**ds of Bollywood* that he aimed to craft a world that felt alive, combining glamour and glitz, where ambition was visible everywhere, and nothing appeared exactly as it seemed. Watch the full video here.