Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos Favors Shah Rukh Khan as his Top Indian Celebrity: "Our Relationship Began on the Right Foot"

In an exciting turn of events, renowned filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali is set to make his television debut with the series 'Heeramandi', a move that is quite unprecedented in the industry. This ambitious project, which marks Bhansali's transition from films to television, is being co-produced by Netflix.

The collaboration between Netflix and Bhansali has made the production process of 'Heeramandi' a complex one, but it has also sparked one of the most creatively stimulating endeavors for Ted Sarandos, the CEO of Netflix, in India. Sarandos has expressed his admiration for Bhansali's vision and the potential of 'Heeramandi' on numerous occasions.

Sarandos' connection with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is also noteworthy. During a conversation with Nikhil Kamath, Sarandos named Khan as his favourite Indian celebrity. This connection between the two was further strengthened when Khan hosted a dinner for Sarandos during his first visit to India in 2018. The duo has also dined together in Los Angeles.

Interestingly, Khan is also associated with 'Heeramandi'. His son, Aryan Khan, directed a new Netflix series starring Khan, which Sarandos shared events related to before Aryan finished school in Los Angeles.

The relationship between Sarandos and Khan goes back to the launch of Netflix's inaugural Indian series, 'Sacred Games'. It was during this event that the two first met. Sarandos has since returned to India with his wife and has enjoyed spending time with Khan.

'Heeramandi' promises to be a captivating series, and with the combined efforts of Bhansali, Khan, and Netflix, it is sure to be a success. The series is set to redefine the boundaries of Indian television and offer a unique blend of creativity, storytelling, and production quality.

In conclusion, the collaboration between Netflix, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and Shah Rukh Khan on 'Heeramandi' is a testament to the growing influence of Indian content on a global platform and the strong connections being forged between the Indian and international entertainment industries.