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Netflix Unveils The Royals Starring Ishaan Khatter & Bhumi Pednekar; A Prince and CEO Face Off in a High-Stakes Battle

Netflix has officially released the first look of The Royals, an exciting new romantic comedy featuring Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar. Set against the backdrop of India’s aristocracy intertwined with a fast-paced business empire, this series promises a delightful mix of royal charm and the dynamic thrills of modern capitalism. The story centers on Aviraaj Singh (Ishaan Khatter), a carefree heir to the royal throne of Morpur who enjoys a life of polo and leisure. His world collides with that of Sophia Kanmani Shekhar (Bhumi Pednekar), a sharp and ambitious CEO of a luxury homestay startup.
Their paths cross when they are compelled to collaborate—Aviraaj to rescue his financially struggling family, and Sophia to safeguard her burgeoning business from ruthless investors. As they navigate their contrasting lifestyles and values, sparks fly, insults are exchanged, and undeniable chemistry ignites between them.Creators Rangita and Ishita Pritish Nandy express their enthusiasm for this unique combination of romance and modern Indian storytelling. They state, “The Royals, being our first collaboration with Netflix, had to strike the perfect balance between coming-of-age India, Check the teaser going viral at the moment:
Cue the trumpets because, Maharajas, couture dresses and a rom-com with #IshaanKhatter and @bhumipednekar is on its way✨❤️
The Royals is coming soon, only on Netflix. #TheRoyals#TheRoyalsOnNetflix#NextOnNetflixIndia pic.twitter.com/lPxh32ie9W— Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) February 3, 2025
Gen Z storytelling, and vibrant fun! The inevitable romance between old royalty and today’s startup warriors brings an electrifying clash of worlds, making it a joy to create and produce. We’re excited to partner with Netflix to introduce our classic tale of a girl-meets-boy to a global audience.”Directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana, The Royals promises to be a breezy rom-com infused with old-world charm and contemporary ambition. The stellar cast includes Sakshi Tanwar, Zeenat Aman, Nora Fatehi, Milind Soman, Dino Morea, Chunky Panday, and many more, ensuring a captivating viewing experience.