Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan officially stepped into the world of Bollywood with his directorial debut, The Bads of Bollywood, and the young filmmaker left many blown away with his series. But looks like he hasn’t managed to impress veteran actor Farida Jalal.
Speaking to Zoom, Farida Jalal expressed her happiness at seeing Aryan take his first creative step behind the camera. In her trademark warmth, she said, “Welcome home! Yahin ke toh hai, aur kahan jayenge?”—a remark that highlighted her belief that Aryan belongs to the world of cinema and is naturally finding his place within it.
While praising his effort, Farida also offered honest feedback on The Bads of Bollywood. “I did. Theek tha, it was okay. He could have done it better, but accha toh tha,” she said, striking a balance between encouragement and constructive criticism. Her comments reflected the sentiment that while Aryan’s debut shows promise, there is ample scope for growth as he hones his craft.
Farida Jalal also fondly recalled her long-standing bond with Shah Rukh Khan, with whom she has shared screen space in several memorable films. Speaking about the superstar’s son, she expressed hope that Aryan would continue to learn, evolve, and explore his full creative potential in future projects.
Aryan Khan’s decision to begin his journey as a director rather than an actor has already set him apart, and reactions like Farida Jalal’s underline the industry’s cautious optimism. As he takes his early steps in Bollywood, all eyes are now on what Aryan chooses to do next—and how he builds on the foundation laid by his debut. Farida Jalal played a significant roles in Bollywood and she will be next seen in O Romeo starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri in the lead roles.