Ishaan Khatter Shines in the Royals Hindi Series
With its unique blend of traditional and modern elements, "The Royals" is a visually stunning series that explores complex themes, but falls short in its writing and character development, raising questions about objectification and double standards in the entertainment industry.
The new Indian series on OTT, "The Royals", has sparked a conversation about objectification and the double standards that exist in the way we view male and female bodies, with Ishaan Khatter's shirtless scenes being a deliberate attempt to objectify him.
The show, a Bollywood fantasy series, features Khatter as the main character, showcasing his physique in various scenarios, and while some may be uncomfortable with the level of objectification, others see it as a refreshing reversal of the typical male gaze. The series explores themes of tradition vs modernity, class dynamics, and cultural identity, and visually, it is a feast, with opulent production design and well-crafted sets.
However, the writing lacks depth, and the dialogue is shallow, failing to flesh out characters, with lead actors Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar being constrained by underdeveloped roles, and their chemistry being unconvincing. The narrative attempts to blend rom-com with drama, but the execution feels disjointed, relying on cliches and lacking originality.
Bhumi Pednekar, who stars in the series alongside Ishaan Khatter, has spoken about playing an ambitious character in the show, and has been praised for her portrayal of Sophia, who is a complex and multi-faceted character. The series has received mixed reviews, with some fans praising the chemistry between the leads and others criticizing the plot and writing.
The show's creators have hinted at the possibility of a second season, with Ishaan Khatter jokingly suggesting that his character could launch out of a helicopter in a future episode, leaving fans wondering what's next for "The Royals" and its characters.