New Director On Board
Netflix’s romantic comedy series The Royals is gearing up for its second season, and there’s a major shift happening behind the camera. Industry sources confirm that filmmaker Jasmeet K. Reen, who wowed everyone with her dark comedy Darlings, has been brought on to direct the upcoming installment. She takes over from Nupur Asthana, who helmed the first season alongside Priyanka Ghose.
Reports suggest Asthana had to step away due to prior commitments—she’s currently busy with another Netflix project under Ekta Kapoor’s banner. But don’t worry, Priyanka Ghose is expected to stay on board. With Reen at the helm, fans can expect a fresh creative twist for Ishaan Khatter’s character and the entire royal drama.
Bhumi Pednekar’s Exit?
But that’s not the only change. Rumors are swirling that Bhumi Pednekar, who starred opposite Ishaan in season one, might not return for the second season. While there’s no official word from the makers yet, industry insiders have linked her possible departure to a larger creative overhaul. If true, season two could look very different both on screen and off.
Bhumi’s exit would be a big blow to fans who loved her chemistry with Ishaan, but with a new director and possibly a new leading lady, the show is clearly entering a transformative phase. The makers are keeping plot details under wraps, but pre-production is already in full swing, with principal photography expected to kick off in July 2026.
What’s Next For The Royals
Jasmeet K. Reen isn’t just busy with The Royals. She’s also attached to a highly anticipated period drama based on the life of legendary actress Madhubala, backed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Reports suggest that a young actress has been cast in the titular role, and Reen plans to wrap work on The Royals season two before shifting focus to that biopic later this year.
With a new director and casting shake-ups already making headlines, The Royals season two is shaping up to be a whole new beast. While we wait for official announcements from Netflix, one thing’s for sure—the desi royal family is about to get a major makeover. Stay tuned, cinecrazy fam!