Aryan Khan’s debut directorial The Bads of Bollywood premiered on Netflix on September 18, and within hours, the seven-episode series had social media buzzing. While the show boasts a star-studded cast featuring Bobby Deol, Lakshya, Raghav Juyal, Sahher Bambba, Mona Singh and surprise cameos from Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, Karan Johar, and of course Shah Rukh Khan, one unexpected guest appearance has completely hijacked the spotlight Emraan Hashmi.
Emraan vs Raghav: The Internet’s Favourite Face-off
Two scenes between Emraan Hashmi and Raghav Juyal have gone viral, and fans can’t stop rewatching them on loop. In one, Raghav, hilariously star-struck, belts out Kaho Na Kaho right in front of Emraan, much to the actor’s visible annoyance. The internet immediately crowned it the “funniest scene of the show,” with users calling Raghav’s comic timing “unbeatable” and Emraan’s deadpan reactions the perfect cherry on top.
But the second scene has earned legendary status. Raghav, sporting a t-shirt with Emraan’s face splashed across it, wraps him in a tight hug while declaring, “Pehle bhi kahaa hai, ab bhi kahunga, marte dum tak karta rahunga. Saara Bollywood ek taraf aur Emraan Hashmi ek taraf.” For fans, this wasn’t just a cameo it was a full-blown tribute, a moment that blurred the line between fanboying and comedy gold.
Why This Cameo Works So Well
Here’s the thing Emraan Hashmi has always had this cult-like magnetism. From his unforgettable soundtracks (wink, wink to the playlist that defined every 2000s college canteen), to his bold on-screen choices, to the “serial kisser” tag that follows him like a loyal shadow he’s an icon of his own genre.
Pair that with Raghav Juyal’s quirky, over-the-top energy, and you get pure gold. It’s cheeky, it’s self-aware, and it’s nostalgic in the most fun way possible. Emraan didn’t just cameo he basically became the main character of Aryan Khan’s directorial debut.
The Raghav-Lakshya Bromance Returns
Oh, and speaking of fun — Aryan gave fans a little bonus: the reunion of Raghav Juyal and Lakshya after their action-heavy ride in Kill. Their “bro-code” energy is unmissable here. As Raghav cheekily admitted in an interview, the two “come in a package,” with the same friends, the same madness, and apparently, the same habit of stealing scenes together.
With Netflix audiences hooked, memes flooding timelines, and Emraan Hashmi suddenly trending like it’s 2008, Aryan Khan’s debut has made a thunderous splash. The cameos were fire, the humour was sharp, and the fan service? Chef’s kiss.
And if you haven’t watched it yet, do yourself a favour. Because trust us, you’ll want to witness the scene everyone’s calling “the best part of The Bads of Bollywood.
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