Ishaan Khatter Announces Netflix Series ‘The Royals’ Premiering On May 9
Actor reveals first look from upcoming royal drama in stylish carousel of character images
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Bollywood actor Ishaan Khatter has officially announced the premiere date for his upcoming Netflix series, ‘The Royals’, which will hit the streaming platform on May 9. The actor shared the news through an Instagram post featuring a carousel of images showcasing his royal character in the series.
First Look At ‘The Royal’ Drama Series
The Instagram carousel shared by Khatter reveals multiple striking images from the show. The photos feature Ishaan in regal attire, looking every bit the part of royalty. In some images, he’s seen wearing traditional royal outfits complete with ornate details, while others show him in more modern yet sophisticated looks. The crown emoji in his caption “#TheRoyalsOnNetflix 9th May 👑” emphasizes the royal theme of the series.
The images portray Ishaan’s character in various settings that appear to blend traditional royal aesthetics with contemporary elements, suggesting a modern take on royal drama. The visuals hint at a stylish production with high production values and careful attention to costume design.
Star-Studded Ensemble Cast
Based on Ishaan’s earlier promotional posts for the series, ‘The Royals’ features an impressive ensemble cast. A recent post from the actor revealed that the series stars Bhumi Pednekar alongside Ishaan, with veterans like Zeenat Aman and Sakshi Tanwar also part of the project. Other notable names in the cast include Nora Fatehi, Milind Soman, Dino Morea, and Chunky Panday, suggesting a multi-generational story with diverse characters.
In a promotional video shared earlier with the caption “Parivaar ya pyaar? 💕 Jald hi phassne wale hai Aamkumari aur Rajkumar 👀👑,” Ishaan teased the central conflict of the series, which appears to revolve around the classic dilemma of family versus love. The post indicates that the show will explore the tensions between royal duties and personal desires.
Behind The Production
‘The Royals’ is produced by Pritish Nandy Communications, with Pritish Nandy and his team at the helm. The production house has been tagged in Ishaan’s promotional posts, along with various cast and crew members including music directors and other creative contributors.
The series appears to be a significant addition to Netflix India’s growing slate of original content. The streaming platform has been investing heavily in Indian productions across various genres, and ‘The Royals’ seems positioned as a premium offering in the drama category.
Ishaan Khatter’s Rising Career
For Ishaan Khatter, ‘The Royals’ marks another significant project in his relatively young but promising career. The 28-year-old actor, who is the half-brother of Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor, made his acting debut with Majid Majidi’s ‘Beyond the Clouds’ in 2017, followed by his Bollywood debut in ‘Dhadak’ opposite Janhvi Kapoor.
Khatter has been selective with his projects, appearing in films like ‘Khaali Peeli’ and the BBC series ‘A Suitable Boy,’ directed by Mira Nair, which showcased his versatility as an actor. His involvement in ‘The Royals’ continues his pattern of choosing diverse and meaningful projects.
Busy Season For The Actor
The announcement of ‘The Royals’ comes during what appears to be a busy period for Ishaan. Recently, he shared exciting news about another project titled ‘Homebound,’ which has been selected for the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in the ‘Un Certain Regard’ category. Directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, ‘Homebound’ marks Ishaan’s return to working with Dharma after seven years and stars him alongside Janhvi Kapoor.
In his heartfelt post about ‘Homebound,’ Ishaan described it as his “most challenging part yet” and “one of the proudest moments of my cinematic journey thus far,” indicating the importance he places on his craft and the projects he chooses.
What To Expect From ‘The Royals’
While specific plot details remain under wraps, ‘The Royals’ will explore themes of love, family conflict, duty, and perhaps the clash between tradition and modernity within royal settings. The tagline “Parivaar ya pyaar?” (Family or love?) hints at the central conflict that the characters will face.
The series appears to be leveraging the global fascination with royal families and their internal dynamics, a theme that has proven successful for shows like ‘The Crown’ on Netflix, though with an Indian context and sensibilities.
With the premiere date set for May 9, fans of Ishaan Khatter and viewers interested in royal dramas have something exciting to look forward to on Netflix this spring.
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