Saiyaara Stars: Who are Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, the new faces of Mohit Suri's romantic drama?
Mohit Suri's romantic drama Saiyaara has premiered strongly, earning approximately 80 crores [India net] during its opening weekend. The film introduces Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, who have garnered praise for their performances as Krish Kapoor, an aspiring singer, and Vaani Batra, an ambitious journalist, respectively. Their love story navigates challenges, resonating with audiences through music, drama, and youthful energy.
Agencies Director Mohit Suri's latest romantic drama Saiyaara hit theatres on Friday and has made an impressive debut, collecting nearly 80 crores [India net] on the opening weekend. The film introduces fresh faces Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, who have received widespread appreciation for their compelling performances.Saiyaara tells the story of Krish Kapoor (played by Ahaan Panday), a young aspiring singer, and Vaani Batra (Aneet Padda), an ambitious journalist. Their love story, marked by soaring highs and heartbreaking lows, takes viewers through an emotional rollercoaster as the two navigate the challenges that test their bond. With music, drama, and youthful energy at its core, the film strikes a chord with audiences.
Ahaan Panday is the son of entrepreneur Chikki Panday and wellness expert Deanne Panday. He shares a close Bollywood connection, being the nephew of actor Chunky Panday and cousin to actress Ananya Panday. Ahaan attended Oberoi International School in Mumbai and pursued studies in Fine Arts and Film & Television Production at the University of Mumbai.Before stepping into acting, Ahaan gained behind-the-scenes experience as an assistant director on several Bollywood projects including Freaky Ali, Rock On 2, Mardaani 2, and the Netflix series The Railway Men. His creative interests span music, dance, fashion, and esports, showcasing his multi-faceted artistic flair.Born in Amritsar in October 2002, Aneet Padda comes from a modest background. She began modelling in her teenage years and later earned her Bachelor's degree from Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi. Aneet made a brief appearance in the 2022 film Salaam Venky and rose to prominence with her role as Roohi Ahuja in the 2024 web series Big Girls Don't Cry.
In 2024, she also released her debut single Masoom and acted in the youth-centric TV show Yuva: Sapno Ka Safar, where she was credited as Aneet Kaur. Known for her versatility, Aneet has steadily carved out a space in the entertainment industry.With its emotional depth, striking music, and powerful performances by two promising newcomers, Saiyaara is off to a great start and is poised to become a notable entry in Bollywood's romantic genre. Both Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda are being lauded not just for their on-screen chemistry but also for the fresh energy they bring to the silver screen.
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