Dubai luxury meets messy drama in Desi Bling, a new reality series gaining steam on Netflix. Featuring glam looks, lavish parties, and a healthy amount of scandal, it’s a perfect summer watch for viewers who enjoy other people’s chaos.
With 2.1 million views this week, the show is among the most-watched on the platform and has made the Top 10 in 20 countries. Does that mean a follow-up is on the way? Here’s what we know so far.
Desi Bling Season 2 Release Date
At the time of writing, there’s no news about a potential Desi Bling season 2.
That said, the series premiered only recently. Netflix often waits a bit before making a decision either way in order to assess viewership. If it gives the green light, new episodes could arrive later this year or in early 2027.
Desi Bling Cast
- Tejasswi Prakash
- Karan Kundrra
- Shilpa Shetty Kundra
- Vivek Oberoi
- Dyuti Parruck
- Pamala Serena
- Adel Sajan
- Sana Sajan
- Satish Sanpal
- Tabinda Sanpal
What Is Desi Bling About?
Desi Bling is a reality series set in Dubai that follows a wealthy circle of Indian expats. The audience can tune in to see them navigate friendships, family issues, and endless social drama. All while living the kind of luxury lifestyles that come with a fair share of messiness.
Often compared to Dubai Bling, the show focuses on entrepreneurs and socialites. Think billionaires, influencers, TV stars, and the likes. Their day-to-day activities involve extravagant parties, designer fashion, gossip, and fancy getaways. Big Bollywood names also pop up occasionally, making the show that much harder to resist.
Asked whether Desi Bling is scripted, showrunner Marcel Dufour insisted it’s not, and highlighted that casting plays a crucial role in whether a show like this succeeds.
“It is important to have flamboyant characters, compelling stories, shocking storylines to grab the audience, and also people who are ready to be real in front of the camera. Everything you have seen is completely real, completely unscripted,” he told THR India.
Casting seems to have been a slam dunk, since the first season features plenty of juicy storylines for viewers to sink their teeth into. If Desi Bling season 2 becomes a reality, we’re sure it will follow in the same vein.
Are There Other Shows Like Desi Bling?
If you devoured Desi Bling, check out some of the other unscripted content streaming on Netflix. Recent additions include Kylie, Being Gordon Ramsay, At Home With The Furys, Perfect Match, and Temptation Island.
