Director Mohit Suri is revealing surprising details about the hidden talents of his breakout stars from the blockbuster film ‘Saiyaara’, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, suggesting audiences haven’t seen their full potential yet.
“Saiyaara” – A Game Changer
Mohit Suri’s latest romantic drama, ‘Saiyaara’, has taken the box office by storm, rapidly approaching the monumental Rs 500 crore mark worldwide. What makes this feat even more remarkable is that the film is fronted by two debutantes, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda.
Producer Aditya Chopra had advised Suri to cast fresh faces, a decision that has clearly paid off, turning the duo into overnight sensations—a rare occurrence in the Hindi film industry today.
Beyond the Screen: Ahaan Panday’s Unseen Sides
Suri shared his belief that Ahaan and Aneet are “far superior” to any newcomers he’s worked with previously, including established names like Emraan Hashmi, Aditya Roy Kapur, and Shraddha Kapoor. He hinted that much of their talent remains untapped.
The director humorously revealed a side to Ahaan Panday that viewers haven’t witnessed. “The boy is a full ‘c*****i TikToker,” Suri stated, adding that Ahaan had removed many of his videos from Instagram before ‘Saiyaara’s’ release. He described Ahaan as a “full, out-there, Gaiety Galaxy boy” who can dance like a “gallery man” – a style aimed at front-benchers.
This vibrant, energetic persona wasn’t required for his role in ‘Saiyaara’, keeping it a secret from the mainstream audience. Ahaan, cousin to Ananya Panday and nephew of Chunky Panday, previously gained attention for enacting Shah Rukh Khan scenes on Dubsmash and his viral dance at his sister Alanna’s wedding.
Aneet Padda’s Untapped Comic Talent
Similarly, Suri mentioned that Aneet Padda possesses a strong comic timing that also didn’t make it into ‘Saiyaara’. He recalled a hilarious incident where Aneet mimicked her mother scolding her, showcasing her natural comedic flair.
Ahaan’s Journey and Loyalty to YRF
Interestingly, Ahaan Panday was being groomed by Aditya Chopra for over five years for a “larger-than-life” debut. However, this project was unfortunately cancelled following the pandemic.
Despite being given the freedom by the YRF boss to seek work elsewhere, Ahaan chose to stay, demonstrating his loyalty and patience, which eventually led him to the massive success of ‘Saiyaara’.
- ‘Saiyaara’ is on track to hit Rs 500 crore worldwide, a record for a film starring newcomers.
- Director Mohit Suri believes Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda are exceptionally talented, with much more to show.
- Ahaan Panday reportedly has a “cringe TikToker” past and a strong “Gaiety Galaxy boy” dancing style, which was not featured in ‘Saiyaara’.
- Ahaan was groomed by Aditya Chopra for years for a different debut project that was later cancelled.
With their immense success, it’s clear that both Ahaan and Aneet are stars to watch, promising more surprises as they continue their cinematic journey.
