It was a star-studded evening in Mumbai last night as the cast and crew of The Royals gathered to celebrate the show's streaming success. Ishaan Khatter, Bhumi Pednekar, Nora Fatehi, Sakshi Tanwar, and several others turned heads on the red carpet at the official success bash, hosted in style following the show's premiere on Netflix.
Directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana and penned by Neha Veena Sharma, The Royals is a romantic comedy-drama that follows the ups and downs of a once-glorious royal family trying to reclaim relevance—and financial stability—by turning their ancestral palace into a luxury resort. Produced by Pritish Nandy Communications, the series features a compelling ensemble including Zeenat Aman, Dino Morea, Vihaan Samat, and Milind Soman alongside the lead duo.
Despite receiving mixed reviews, the series has found a steady viewership. Critics applauded the show’s lush production design and Ishaan Khatter’s charismatic portrayal of the young heir, while Bhumi Pednekar’s performance and her chemistry with Khatter faced notable criticism. The writing and direction also came under scrutiny, with reviewers calling out its lack of emotional depth and originality.
Still, the streaming numbers and growing audience engagement have prompted Netflix to greenlight a second season. The celebration reflected that cautious optimism—acknowledging the feedback while embracing the opportunity to refine the narrative going forward. If the party's energy is anything to go by, The Royals might just get a royal reboot in its sophomore season.