Netflix enthusiasts are taking to social media to talk about "Bads of Bollywood." The series quickly reached #4 on the streaming service's chart just days after it was released. The series takes an interesting look at the villains of Bollywood, becoming an instant global hit with great stories and acting performances.
"Bads of Bollywood" looks at the lives of some of Bollywood's most iconic bad guys. It dives more into the reasons for their villainous behavior, and through that, we see how complicated they are as humans. The series avoids treating the "bad guys" as cookie-cutter characters, it shows us their story and why they drifted into darkness, and what led to the choices that defined the films we loved.
Every Episode Is a New Surprise
Episode 1: "The Audition"
Raghav Juyal is auditioning for a movie. He is anxious and has a fake smile. The director then makes a sarcastic comment, and the audience totally relates. Fan thinking, "Bro, I see you are also having a hard time with the audition, but somehow I love you." The episode ends with Raghav failing miserably, but the director still sees something in him, so at least the audience is excited.
Episode 2: "The Arrival of Anyaa
Anyaa Singh makes an arrival with glam, smarts, and full-on queen vibes. She says, "Are you trying to act, or are you auditioning for your community drama class?" Anyaa's "shade" goes viral with #AnyaShadeQueen. The audience laughs and memes for the next few days, and Anyaa's eye-rolls become gifs.
Episode 3: "Bobby Deol Enters"
Bobby Deol makes a grand entrance - confident, sexy, and a totally little evil. The build-up is there for an possibly love triangle. The audience struggles with, "Is Anyaa actually smart or is Bobby just hotter...?" Raghav's entourage is the comedy for this episode.
Episode 4: "Secrets and Lies"
Raghav finds out Anyaa is secretly hanging out with Bobby. Cue confusion. There will be lots of memes around "Raghav's face when Anyaa lies" this week and beyond.
Episode 5: “Love, Lies, and Meme Overload”
Rumors travel well among the cast.
The cast uses their Instagram reels to impersonate scenes from the film.
Fans engage with each other on the web about either Team Raghav or Team Bobby.
Episode 6: “Drama & Felt Like High"
Anyaa confronted Raghav.
Bobby fiddled with the opportunity.
Emotional fans tweeted, “I can't believe Raghav cried op relatable AF.”
Episode 7: “The Cliffhanger That Broke the Internet”
An SHOCKING betrayal was unveiled.
The fandom exploded with memes, "Anyaa plotting like a snake."
The fandom will not stop posting or tweeting about episodes 8 and 9.
Characters – Profiles
Raghav Juyal –The Twisted Ba*d**
Flawed, bungling, lovable.
Social media polls: 70% are rooting for him.
Relatable struggles/tasks/ and slight accomplishments/victories.
Anyaa Singh – The Bold Ba*d**
Witty, fearless, meme-worthy.
Fans admire her confidence, laugh at her takedowns of ignores.
Bobby Deol – The Ruthless Ba*d**
Intense, magnetic, unpredictable.
Fans' comments: "He's evil, but hot."
Supporting Characters
Comic relief, gossip, emotional subplots.
Memorable: jealous co-star and mentor manipulations.
Themes & Vibes
Ambition against reality: the rivalry between Rohan and Arjun
Friendship against betrayal: Simran's dynamics with Rohan
Love and crush culture: awkward romance that everyone can relate to
Social commentary on nepotism, favoritism, and mental health
Tone: spicy, dramatic, entertaining yet meaningfully impactful — makes the audience feel like they are part of the Bollywood industry.
SOCIAL MEDIA BUZZ (Week 1)
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Dialogue recreation as memes
Fans shipping couples, debating villains
Viral content drives Netflix trending
Episode Highlights
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Raghav Juyal |
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Anyaa Singh |
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Bobby Deol |
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Box Office & Netflix Rankings
Although mainly a popular title on Netflix, the show Ba**ds of Bollywood* is also impacting metrics measured in the digital sphere, such as views, engagement, and rank online.
Week 1: #4 on Netflix – 1.2M viewers
Week 2: #3 on Netflix – 1.5M viewers
Week 3: #2 on Netflix – 1.7M viewers
Week 4: Now stable in the #4 on Netflix, solid fan engagement and meme sharing
The numbers indicate a strong digital footprint, proving Netflix metrics aren’t just about views—they reflect social engagement, memes, and fan buzz.
Behind The Scenes With Ba***ds of Bollywood
Memes related to Bollywood will never stop. *Ba**ds of Bollywood* have generated memes including:
The video of Raghav Juyal audition going poorly → GIFs of "Monday mood," "Failed my zoom call again."
The video of Anyaa Singh rolling her eyes → Instagram reels and TikTok lip syncs
The video of Bobby Deol smirking → Used with captions "When your ex texts you after months."
A cliffhanger betrayal → Screenshots with captions: "Did not see that coming!"
Top Memes That Went Viral Week 1
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Raghav Juyal |
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Anyaa Singh |
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Social media buzz directly boosted Netflix ranking — trending #4 in record time.
Controversies That Fueled The Fire
Controversy equal attention, and this show delivered:
Nepotism Spoof?
Viewers have pointed out that Bobby Deol storyline is a jab against "industry favoritism."
It instigated the debate: "Is Netflix actually subtly mocking Bollywood insiders?"
Bold, Satirical Dialogues
Some people criticized the dialogues for being "too intense" for the casual viewer.
The younger crowd embraced the brashness in the tone and various viral moments.
Fan Wars On The Internet
Team Raghav Juyal and Team Bobby Deol trended on Twitter.
Hashtags #TeamDreamer and #TeamVillain were used extensively.
Shipping Contraversy
Raghav Juyal - Anyaa Singh fans pushed back at Bobby Deol advocates.
Polls on Instagram and comments on YouTube were filled with heated debates: "Simran belongs with Rohan, Arjun is trouble."
Social Media Deep Dive
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Netflix Trend Growth Vs Social Engagement
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Analysis: The combination of viewer engagement + memes + social campaigns directly influenced Netflix ranking growth.
-#TheBadsOfBollywood is 4th most watched Netflix Series Globally in Non English Category with 2.8M views in it 1st weekend
— Movie_Reviews (@MovieReview_Hub) September 23, 2025
-It is trending in 14 countries in top 10
-It is trending at top place in 9 countries
-#AryanKhan Directorial debut will get big viewership in 2nd week… pic.twitter.com/908LSrIRTF
Ba**ds of Bollywood Takes #4 Spot, Leaving Big Hits Behind
"Bad**s of Bollywood" has skyrocketed to #4 on the Netflix charts, overpowering many top 10 and popular Bollywood hits. It is among the few Bollywood films to surpass "Pathaan," "Tiger 3," and "Jawan." This takes note of its ability to connect and engage viewers, in a refreshed and original viewership of storytelling around Bollywood's notorious villains that audiences desire.
Predictions For Upcoming Weeks
Possibility to Achieve #1 on Netflix
High levels of fan engagement + continuous meme creation may propel it to the #1 spot on Netflix within the next 2-3 weeks of release.
Spinoff and/or special episode
There are rumors of short web specials or special episodes focusing on Arjun or Rohan’s past.
Merchandise and brand collaborations
Given Anyaa Singh fashion line and Bobby Deol villain aesthetic, there may be possibilities for clothing, accessories, and memes.
Global/Kaleidoscope interest
The show's universal themes of ambition, love triangles, and rivalry connect with many other viewers worldwide.
Longevity of fan engagement
Fans are going to create memes, GIFs, and other fan related edits long after the show's original release.