Fans were excited to see Tamannaah Bhatia in a special dance number for Aryan Khan‘s new series, The Ba***ds of Bollywood. However, when the show released on September 18, 2025, on Netflix, many were surprised not to find the song in the episodes. This led to confusion and speculation on social media. The makers, Red Chillies Entertainment, quickly clarified that the song, titled Ghafoor, was always planned as a standalone promotional video and not part of the series itself. The full music video was released separately on September 19, 2025, featuring Tamannaah Bhatia alongside veteran Bollywood actors Gulshan Grover, Shakti Kapoor, and Ranjeet.
What Is the ‘Ghafoor’ Song?
The song Ghafoor is a high-energy dance number featuring Tamannaah Bhatia. It was choreographed by Farah Khan and features music and lyrics by Shashwat Sachdev. The video begins with Gulshan Grover, Shakti Kapoor, and Ranjeet—famous for playing villains in Bollywood—setting the scene on an island owned by a character named Ghafoor. They mention that the island has everything a villain could want except an item number, which is when Tamannaah makes a dramatic entrance in a cage.
The video showcases Tamannaah performing bold dance moves and expressions, which quickly caught the attention of viewers. The song was produced as part of the promotional campaign for Aryan Khan’s directorial debut series, The Ba*ds of Bollywood.
Why Wasn’t the Song in the Series?
Many fans expected to see Ghafoor in the series, as it had been prominently featured in promotions. However, when the seven-episode series launched on Netflix, the song was missing. This led to rumors on social media, with some fans speculating that it might have been cut due to censorship issues or other last-minute changes.
Red Chillies Entertainment addressed these rumors directly. They explained that Ghafoor was always intended to be a promotional video and not part of the series itself. On September 18, 2025, they posted on X (formerly Twitter):
“#Ghafoor – Promotional Video Out Tomorrow.”
This clarification confirmed that the song would be released separately. A shorter version of the song does appear in the series as an introduction to Arshad Warsi‘s character, a gangster named Gafoor Ismail. However, the full-scale performance was always planned as external promotion.
Fan Reactions to the Song
The release of Ghafoor generated significant buzz online. Many fans praised Tamannaah’s performance, noting her dance moves and expressions as highlights. Some social media users compared her to other Bollywood actresses, while others expressed disappointment that the song was not included in the series.
One fan wrote, “This is illegal man, she got no right to look so damn hot in this song.” Another added, “Tamannah just nailed this song with her beauty, expressions and Dance moves.” However, not all feedback was positive. Some fans felt that including the song in the series would have had a greater impact. One user commented, “Instead of a promo video, including this song in the show would have had a greater impact.”
Behind the Scenes of ‘Ghafoor’
The promotional video was directed and choreographed by Farah Khan, a well-known Bollywood choreographer and director. The music was composed, produced, and written by Shashwat Sachdev. The video was shot by S. Ravivarman and edited by Tushar Parekh.
Shah Rukh Khan, whose production company Red Chillies Entertainment produced the series, shared the video on his Instagram account. He wrote:
“The baddest of them all… #Ghafoor – Promotional Video out now! Music & Lyrics – Shashwat Sachdev Music Video Director – Farah Khan. Watch The Ba***ds of Bollywood, out now, only on Netflix.”
The song also features playback singers Shilpa Rao and Ujwal Gupta.
About ‘The Ba***ds of Bollywood’
The Ba*ds of Bollywood is Aryan Khan’s directorial debut. The series is a satire that explores the behind-the-scenes world of the Hindi film industry. It features *Lakshya* as Aasmaan Singh, an aspiring actor who comes to Mumbai with big dreams. The cast also includes Sahher Bambba, Bobby Deol, Raghav Juyal, Mona Singh, Manoj Pahwa, and others.
The series includes cameo appearances by several major Bollywood stars, such as Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and Karan Johar. The show premiered on Netflix on September 18, 2025, and has received positive reviews for its humor, direction, and fresh take on Bollywood.
Tamannaah Bhatia’s Recent Work
Tamannaah Bhatia has been a prominent figure in Bollywood and regional cinema for several years. Recently, she gained significant attention for her performance in the song Aaj Ki Raat from the movie Stree 2. Her role in that film was well-received, and her performance in Ghafoor has further solidified her status as a versatile and dynamic performer.
Her involvement in Ghafoor marks another highlight in her career, showcasing her ability to take on bold and impactful roles. The song has been compared to her previous work, with many fans noting that she has “turned up the heat” even more in this performance.
The release of Ghafoor as a promotional video rather than part of the series may have initially disappointed some fans, but the video itself has been widely praised. Tamannaah Bhatia’s performance, combined with the creative direction of Farah Khan and the production quality of Red Chillies Entertainment, has made the song a standout piece of promotion for The Ba*ds of Bollywood.
The series is now streaming on Netflix, and the full Ghafoor video is available on various platforms, including YouTube and social media.
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