The Royals (Season 1) is a Hindi romantic comedy-drama series that premiered on Netflix on May 9, 2025. The show blends the allure of royalty with the dynamism of modern entrepreneurship, offering a contemporary twist on age-old tales of love and ambition.
📺 Overview
Set in modern-day India, The Royals follows Sophia Shekhar (Bhumi Pednekar), a self-made CEO of a hospitality startup, as she collaborates with Prince Aviraaj Singh (Ishaan Khatter) to transform his ancestral palace into a luxury resort. Their partnership sparks both professional synergy and personal chemistry, leading to a whirlwind romance .
🎠Cast Highlights
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Bhumi Pednekar as Sophia Shekhar
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Ishaan Khatter as Prince Aviraaj Singh
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Sakshi Tanwar as Rani Padmaja
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Zeenat Aman as the royal grandmother
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Nora Fatehi, Vihaan Samat, Dino Morea, Milind Soman, Chunky Panday, and Lisa Mishra in supporting roles .
📺 Episode Guide
The first season comprises 8 episodes, each ranging from 39 to 49 minutes. Here's a brief look at the episodes:
1. A Royal Misunderstanding.
As she prepares to launch her new company, Sophia meets a handsome stranger. But their glaring differences stand in the way of their instant attraction.
2. A Pitch Made in Heaven.
Aviraaj grapples with the palace's dwindling finances. Sophia's presentation to the royal family is blindsided by a competitor with a pitch of her own.
3. A Swing and a Ms.
Sophia juggles a crumbling palace, an unruly Aviraaj and complex feelings for Kunal while managing a photo shoot. A celebrity sets his sights on Padmaja.
4. A Ball to Remember.
Tensions rise at the Romeo and Juliet ball as Aviraaj resists Padmaja's efforts to set him up with his ex, Ayesha. Jinnie finds an unexpected romance.
5. The Ex-Factor.
Aviraaj keeps ghosting Sophia as Ayesha approaches him with an intriguing proposition. Meanwhile, Diggy pours his efforts into pursuing a new passion.
6. The Maharaja and the CEO.
The Royal BnB launch coincides with a painful anniversary for Sophia. After Aviraaj's coronation, a letter from his father reveals a shocking secret.
7. The Maharaja who Loved.
Reeling from her recent betrayal, Sophia goes missing. After Aviraaj confronts Padmaja about his father's secret, Diggy and Jinnie share their own.
8. Lights, Camera, AUCTION!
A steadfast Sophia throws her efforts into a fundraiser for the palace. Padmaja confronts the mysterious Maurice, and family secrets come to light.
📺 Where to Watch
The Royals is available for streaming on Netflix India.
