Aryan Khan Gears Up for His Directorial Debut: All You Need to Know About SRK’s Son

Aryan Khan was born on November 13, 1997, to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and film producer Gauri Khan. Growing up in the limelight as the eldest child of one of India’s most iconic actors, Aryan attended prestigious schools in Mumbai before moving abroad for higher studies. He studied at Sevenoaks School in London and later pursued filmmaking and writing at the University of Southern California, laying the foundation for his career behind the camera.

Like father, like son: Aryan Khan is often compared to Shah Rukh Khan for his striking resemblance to the superstar. In a recent video, fans couldn’t help but notice how Aryan’s voice sounds almost identical to SRK’s, adding to the excitement around his debut. With the same charm and confidence, Aryan truly carries forward his father’s legacy in style.

Many fans may not know that Aryan Khan made a brief appearance in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham as a child artist. He played the younger version of Shah Rukh Khan’s character, Rahul, in the film’s flashback scenes. Though it was a small role, it marked Aryan’s first and only on-screen appearance before choosing a career behind the camera.

Aryan Khan is making his much-awaited directorial debut with the web series The Bads of Bollywood*. Produced under Gauri Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment, the series explores ambition, power, and the dark side of the film industry. Set to stream on Netflix from September 18, 2025, this project marks Aryan’s transition from star kid to storyteller, showcasing his passion for writing and direction.

Apart from filmmaking, Aryan Khan ventured into entrepreneurship by launching his premium lifestyle and clothing brand, D’YAVOL X, in 2023. The brand offers luxury streetwear and exclusive limited-edition collections, quickly gaining popularity among fashion enthusiasts. Aryan actively promotes the label, showcasing his creative vision beyond cinema.

In October 2021, Aryan Khan made headlines when he was detained by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in connection with a cruise drug case. After several days in custody and a high-profile investigation, he was granted bail, and no drugs were found in his possession. The case sparked massive media attention, but Aryan eventually received a clean chit from the NCB in 2022.