The Royals

When charismatic Prince Aviraaj crosses paths with Sophia Shekhar, a determined self-made entrepreneur, their very different lives start to overlap. He comes from a world of protocol and expectation, she runs a fast-moving startup and answers to results rather than tradition. Sparks fly, power plays follow, and personal goals bump up against family duty, media scrutiny and corporate maneuvering. The series tracks how romance, ambition and public image shape decisions big and small, as friends and rivals complicate professional plans and private loyalties. Secondary players, including family friends and business rivals, push the leads into unexpected alliances and setbacks.

Premiering in 2025, The Royals was created by Rangita and Ishita Pritish Nandy with Neha Veena Sharma, and directed across episodes by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana, blending urban romance with royal settings for Indian television and streaming audiences nationwide.

As of its initial run the show hasn't received major industry awards, though reviewers frequently single out Bhumi Pednekar's performance and the series' mix of comedy and drama for praise. Many reviews praised the lead performances and occasional tonal risk taking, even when critic response stayed mixed.

Within weeks audiences shared clips and fashion moments online, and the pairing of Aviraaj and Sophia sparked debates about class and modern celebrity. Fans have shared edits and wardrobe recreations across social platforms and lifestyle blogs, helping scenes and looks spread quickly among TV watchers.

Critical response has been mixed, reflected in a 6.6/10 vote average from early viewers. The show balances romantic comedy beats with drama, focusing on ambition, tradition versus modernity, public image, and the costs of keeping different worlds together. Viewer reactions vary, with praise for comic timing but critiques of pacing.