Actor Addresses Sameer Wankhede Controversy in Aryan Khan’s The Bads of Bollywood

The Bads of Bollywood: Insights from the Actor Portraying the Narcotics Cop

Aryan Khan’s directorial venture, *The Bads of Bollywood*, has made headlines following its recent Netflix debut. This satire on the Hindi film industry has garnered both praise and criticism for its bold approach. Yet, not everyone is thrilled; former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officer, Sameer Wankhede, has initiated a defamation lawsuit against the show, claiming that a narcotics officer’s portrayal directly mocks him.

Current Legal Challenges

Last week, the Delhi High Court evaluated Wankhede’s petition, finding it not maintainable. Meanwhile, Ashish Kumar, the actor behind the narcotics officer, has addressed the controversy surrounding his character’s resemblance to Wankhede.

Ashish Kumar’s Take on His Role

Ashish Kumar delivers a standout performance as the ‘plain-clothed cop’ in the show. He recently shared his excitement on a newly created Instagram account, thanking his fans for their support. Many have praised his performance, with one viewer calling it “a small role with a big impact.” Others expressed their opinions on the character’s alleged connections to Wankhede.

One fan humorously remarked about Wankhede potentially ‘looking for him.’ Ashish responded with a laugh emoji, while another comment noted that his acting was so compelling that it offended the real-life Wankhede.

When a user stated, “You roasted Sameer Wankhede,” Ashish merely replied, “God bless everyone, bro, I just did my job.” This reflects his perspective on not taking the controversy personally.

The Plot of *The Bads of Bollywood*

In *The Bads of Bollywood*, Ashish’s character confronts an actor at a party hosted by a Bollywood producer, despite the lack of tangible evidence against the actor. Wankhede’s claims suggest that the show’s representation casts enforcement agencies in a negative light. In a high-profile incident in 2021, Wankhede arrested Aryan Khan on drug charges, from which Khan was later exonerated.

The show features notable actors like Lakshya, Sahher Bambba, Bobby Deol, Raghav Juyal, Anya Singh, Manoj Pahwa, and Mona Singh. *The Bads of Bollywood* quickly became one of Netflix’s most-watched non-English series globally following its release.

What are your thoughts on the portrayal and its impact on real-life figures within the industry?