'The Royals': Bhumi Pednekar, Ishaan Khatter, Zeenat Aman & others unite for a fresh take on love & power

Netflix has just released a glimpse of its upcoming series The Royals, and it's already generating buzz among fans and critics alike. This modern-day rom-com set against the backdrop of Indian royalty promises to bring a fresh take on love, power, and tradition in the age of startups and social media. Produced by Pritish Nandy and created by Rangita and Ishita Pritish Nandy, The Royals is set to be a standout in the Indian OTT space, blending old-world charm with contemporary storytelling.

The series marks Bhumi Pednekar's highly anticipated debut in the long form content arena and she is joined by an impressive ensemble cast. Alongside Bhumi, the show features talents like Ishaan Khatter, Sakshi Tanwar, Nora Fatehi, Milind Soman, and Dino Morea. But that’s not all—the legendary Zeenat Aman will also be making her Netflix debut with this series, adding to the star-studded lineup. The show is directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana, who are set to bring this unique story to life with their visionary direction.

The Royals revolves around the clash of two worlds—royalty and the startup culture—when an entitled Prince Charming crosses paths with a driven startup entrepreneur. Their initial rivalry is bound to ignite sparks, leading to a mix of boardroom battles and palace intrigue. The show’s creators describe it as a "coming-of-age India" tale that combines the romance of old royalty with the ambitions of today’s tech-savvy generation.

As soon as the promo dropped, fans flooded social media with excitement. Many are already drawing comparisons to popular international shows, with one user commenting, "Maybe this could be the Indian version of Bridgerton." Another fan eagerly asked if they could start sharing behind-the-scenes content, reflecting the growing anticipation for the series.

The show is expected to premiere soon on Netflix, and fans are eagerly waiting to dive into this world where love, power, and tradition collide in unexpected ways.