Mumbai — With just one day to go before Saiyaara hits theatres, actress Ananya Panday poured her heart out on social media, expressing love and excitement for her brother Ahaan Panday, who is making his acting debut in the Yash Raj Films project.
Taking to Instagram on Thursday, Ananya shared a touching note along with a carousel of unseen childhood pictures of the two siblings. The nostalgic post has quickly captured the hearts of fans and industry colleagues alike.
“Been obsessed with my brother since day 1 and I can’t wait for the world to feel the same. Saiyaara in cinemas tomorrow!!! @ahaanpandayy can’t believe my little bean’s first movie comes out. Welcome to the movies Ahaaani!! The sweetest boy,” she wrote.
The accompanying photos and video snippets gave followers a peek into the siblings’ close bond, showcasing everything from childhood giggles to candid family moments.
🎬 Who is Ahaan Panday?
Ahaan, nephew of actor Chunky Panday and cousin to Ananya, has amassed a solid social media presence over the years. Now, he’s all set to make his silver screen debut with Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri and co-starring Aneet Padda.
Backed by Yash Raj Films, the movie has been years in the making. Ahaan underwent over six years of grooming and training under the YRF talent wing, personally mentored by Aditya Chopra. After a series of auditions and screen tests, Ahaan was finally cast in the lead role.
🎟️ Box Office Buzz:
Saiyaara is already tracking for a strong start. According to trade sources, advance bookings have crossed ₹2.6 crore, with box office analysts projecting an opening day collection of ₹10–12 crore, with the potential to go as high as ₹15–20 crore.
The film’s combination of a fresh face, strong production backing, and a romantic-action narrative is expected to draw in large crowds, especially among the youth demographic.
🎬 About the Film:
- Title: Saiyaara
- Lead Cast: Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda
- Director: Mohit Suri
- Producer: Akshaye Widhani (YRF CEO)
- Release Date: July 18
- Genre: Romantic Drama
- Production House: Yash Raj Films