The Ba***ds of Bollywood
Sameer Wankhede Files Defamation Suit Against Netflix Series Directed by Aryan Khan: "This Is Humiliation, Not Satire"
Oct 08, 2025 03:44 pm CST
Former NCB officer Sameer Wankhede has filed a defamation lawsuit against Red Chillies Entertainment over Aryan Khan's Netflix series "The Ba***ds of Bollywood," claiming it negatively portrays anti-drug enforcement agencies. Wankhede states he's fighting for his family's honor and the dignity of law enforcement officers who serve the nation. The controversy stems from their 2021 encounter when Wankhede led a cruise ship raid resulting in Aryan Khan's arrest in a drugs case.
Sameer Wankhede Takes Legal Action Against Aryan Khan's Netflix Series: The Complete Story Behind 'Ba***ds of Bollywood' Controversy
Sep 25, 2025 06:09 pm CST
Former NCB officer Sameer Wankhede has filed a lawsuit against Shah Rukh Khan and Red Chillies Entertainment over his alleged portrayal in 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood,' a Netflix series created by Aryan Khan. This legal battle stems from the high-profile 2021 cruise ship drug case that saw Aryan Khan spend 22 days in jail before being cleared of all charges. Wankhede's complaint seeks Rs 2 crore in damages, claiming the series deliberately damages his reputation through its characterization of an anti-drug officer.