The Ba***ds Of Bollywood Easter Eggs: Not-So-Subtle References To Real-Life Inspired Scenes, Unmissable Moments

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan's web show, The Ba**ds of Bollywood*, is not just wild on the surface, it’s loaded with cheeky Easter eggs. Sprinkled throughout the seven episodes, these not-so-subtle nods to real-life events and industry dramas feel ripped straight out of Bollywood gossip columns, served with a dash of humour, of course.The Netflix show is packed with moments that’ll have you grinning, gasping, and hitting pause to confirm what you just saw. These unbelievable, jaw-dropping, and downright crazy inside jokes and clever references add a whole new layer of fun to Aryan’s directorial debut while also showcasing his flair as a co-writer. Here’s a look at some Easter eggs that are absolutely unmissable!NCG Drug Raid Scene In

First EpisodeThis one surely deserves the first spot on the list! While the trailer only teased the “Log jail jaake aur bhi famous ho jaate hain” reference to Aryan’s arrest, this scene hit the ball out of the park.An NCG officer gatecrashes a Bollywood party to nab only those from the industry. Not even in their wildest dreams did anyone see this coming. But by setting the tone from the very first episode, Aryan gave viewers a glimpse of the crazy and chaotic ride ahead!

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Apart from these, there’s the hilarious Ranveer Singh–Karan Johar banter over Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, KJo cheekily addressing those “movie mafia” and nepotism claims, Sahher Bamba dropping a truth bomb on the dark side of stardom, Bobby Deol giving a crazy twist to his iconic Duniya Haseeno Ka Mela, and, of course, Shah Rukh Khan’s inspiring journey from Delhi to Bollywood being beautifully woven in. It’s like Aryan packed an entire filmy universe into one show and gave viewers humour, over-the-top drama, and nostalgia in equal measures!