Overview

• Released on September 18, the Netflix–Red Chillies series reached No. 1 on Netflix India’s trending list within a day, according to platform-linked publicity.
• Critics describe an entertaining yet uneven satire of Bollywood with abundant cameos, frequently praising Raghav Juyal’s performance.
• The show’s meta-humour includes widely noted references to Aryan Khan’s past scrutiny and an apparent dig at former NCB officer Sameer Wankhede, as reported by multiple outlets.
• Premiere moments drove online chatter, from comedian Samay Raina’s viral “say no to cruise” T-shirt to Aryan Khan’s reunion with school friends.
• Cast accounts depict an unconventional, director-led process with scenes evolving on set; Lakshya says Aryan pointed him to 1990s star personas, while industry figures like Karan Johar and Twinkle Khanna posted upbeat endorsements.