Ahaan Panday
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    • Birthday: 1997-12-23
    • Born Place: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Ahaan Panday

Ahaan Panday is a rising Indian actor who has recently made his highly anticipated lead debut in the 2025 Hindi-language romantic drama "Saiyaara." Born to Chikki Panday and fitness expert Deanne Panday, Ahaan comes from a well-connected Bollywood family; he is the cousin of actress Ananya Panday and the nephew of veteran actor Chunky Panday.Unlike many star kids who jump directly into acting, Ahaan took a more measured approach to entering the film industry. He received a formal education in filmmaking, completing his schooling at Oberoi International School in Mumbai and later earning a degree in Cinematic Arts with a focus on film and television production from the University of Mumbai. This academic background covered various aspects of cinema, including screenwriting, direction, editing, and post-production.Before his acting debut, Ahaan also gained hands-on experience by working as an assistant director on several projects, including the films Freaky Ali and Rock On 2, and the acclaimed Netflix series The Railway Men. This behind-the-scenes experience provided him with a comprehensive understanding of professional film production. He has also dabbled in modeling, walking the ramp for designers and working for online brands, and maintains a strong social media presence.Ahaan was initially slated to make his debut in a superhero film by Yash Raj Films, potentially opposite Ajay Devgn as the villain, but the project was shelved due to various factors, including COVID-19 delays. He then received the opportunity to star in Mohit Suri's "Saiyaara." Interestingly, director Mohit Suri initially had doubts about casting Ahaan, finding him "too nice and sweet" for the complex character of Krish. However, after spending more time with him, Suri saw the potential and the underlying energy needed for the role.In "Saiyaara," which released on July 18, 2025, Ahaan plays Krish Kapoor, an aspiring singer with a somewhat egoistic and short-tempered nature, who falls in love with his songwriter Vaani (played by fellow debutant Aneet Padda). The film has received strong reviews, with critics and audiences praising Ahaan's performance, his chemistry with Aneet, and his convincing portrayal of an emotionally complex character. His debut has been a significant success at the box office, defying expectations for a film starring newcomers.

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