The Royals-TV/Web Series

Genre – Romantic Comedy 💕😂, Drama 🎭

Language – Hindi (Original), can be watched with subtitles

Country of origin – India

Category – Bollywood / Web Series

What struck me the most in this series were the heartfelt performances by the cast and the way the storyline unfolds. I loved how it beautifully blends the pulse of urban India with the everyday struggles of the upper middle class and beyond. The tender yet complex bond between the queen and her mother-in-law, along with the sometimes love, sometimes rivalry between the royal siblings, truly stayed with me. And the raw emotional turbulence each character carries makes you feel as if you’re right there with them, living their journey.

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Review – The Royals (2025) 👑

The Royals is Netflix’s fresh take on a romantic comedy-drama, bringing together palace grandeur, quirky family dynamics, and an unlikely love story. Created by Rangita and Ishita Pritish Nandy, the series stars Bhumi Pednekar as Sophia Kanmani Shekhar, a sharp and ambitious CEO, and Ishaan Khatter as Prince Aviraaj “Fizzy” Singh, the charming yet carefree royal.

The story kicks off when Sophia convinces the once-prestigious but struggling royal family of Morpur to turn their crumbling haveli into a luxury Bed & Breakfast. What begins as a bold business experiment soon turns into a delightful clash of worlds, where tradition meets modernity, chaos meets structure, and a royal family learns to rediscover its purpose.

What truly makes The Royals shine is its perfect blend of humor, romance, and drama. Bhumi Pednekar delivers a strong, witty performance that grounds the series, while Ishaan Khatter’s playful charisma brings a lighthearted balance. Their chemistry feels natural and engaging, making the romance both believable and heartwarming.

The series also benefits from its vibrant production design, beautifully shot palaces and interiors, and an energetic supporting cast that adds charm and comic timing. It has the glossy appeal of a fairy tale but with enough modern quirkiness to keep things relatable.

Why You Should Watch:

• A fresh, fun mix of Bridgerton-style elegance and Schitt’s Creek-like humor

• Strong lead performances by Bhumi Pednekar & Ishaan Khatter

• A balance of romance, comedy, and family drama

• Lavish sets and a feel-good vibe perfect for binge-watching

The Royals isn’t just about palaces and titles, it’s about love, family, and finding new beginnings in unexpected places. A feel-good watch that blends royal fantasy with modern-day storytelling.

More Bollywood/Indian series to watch to explore the life, and the joys and struggles of urban upper middle class and above in India:

• Four More Shots Please!

• Call Me Bae

• Control

• Made in Heaven

• Mumbai Diaries

• Taj: Divided by Blood

• Decoupled

• The Fame Game

• Masaba Masaba

• Bombay Begums

• The Trial: Pyaar, Kanoon, Dhokha

• City of Dreams

  
  
  
  

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