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| name          = Ahaan Panday
| name          = Ahaan Panday
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| birth_date    = {{Birth date and age|1997|12|23}}
| birth_date    = {{Birth date and age|1997|12|23}}
| birth_place  = Mumbai, India
| birth_place  = Mumbai, India
| nationality  = India
| nationality  = Indian
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| occupation    = Actor, fashion model
| occupation    = Actor, fashion model
| years_active  =  
| years_active  = 2016–present
| known_for    =  
| known_for    = ''[[Saiyaara]]''
| notable_works =  
| father        = [[Chikki Panday]]
| mother        = [[Deanne Panday]]
| relatives    = [[Alanna Panday]] (sister), [[Chunky Panday]] (uncle), [[Ananya Panday]] (cousin)
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'''Ahaan Panday''' (December 23, 1997) is an Indian actor, internet celebrity and fashion model. He made his ramp debut for designer Nandita Mahtani at her fashion show in 2016. Pandey has over 1.8 million followers on Instagram.
'''Ahaan Panday''' (born 23 December 1997) is an Indian actor and fashion model. He made his Bollywood debut in 2025 with Mohit Suri’s romantic drama ''[[Saiyaara]]'', produced by [[Yash Raj Films]] (YRF), which became one of the year’s highest-grossing Indian films.<ref>{{cite web|title=How Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s ''Saiyaara'' became one of the biggest Bollywood films of the year|url=https://www.thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/film-tv/2025/07/28/how-ahaan-panday-and-aneet-paddas-saiyaara-became-one-of-biggest-bollywood-films-of-the-year/}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title='Saiyaara' box office: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s debut smashes records|url=https://www.financialexpress.com/life/entertainment-saiyaara-box-office-day-10-ahaan-pandays-debut-smashes-records-set-to-hit-rs-250-crore-soon-3928473/}}</ref>
 
==Early life==
Panday was born in Mumbai to businessman [[Chikki Panday]] and fitness expert [[Deanne Panday]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Inside the Panday dynasty: Everything about Ahaan’s famous roots|url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/updates/inside-panday-dynasty-everything-about-ahaan-pandays-famous-roots-parents-siblings-and-how-he-is-related-to-ananya-panday-1390110}}</ref> He attended Oberoi International School and later pursued graduation at the University of Mumbai.<ref>{{cite web|title=Ahaan Panday educational qualification|url=https://www.prabhatkhabar.com/entertainment/bollywood/ahaan-panday-educational-qualification-saiyaara-actor-studies}}</ref>
 
During his teens, he was active on social media and gained popularity through short comedy sketches and dance clips, before deleting most of his early content prior to his acting debut.<ref>{{cite web|title=Director Mohit Suri says Ahaan Panday was a “cringe TikToker” before Saiyaara|url=https://www.indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/ahaan-panday-is-actually-a-cringe-tiktoker-he-removed-all-his-videos-from-instagram-before-saiyaara-mohit-suri-says-the-world-hasnt-seen-what-hes-capable-of-10158878/}}</ref>
 
==Career==
 
===Modeling and early work===
Panday began his modeling career in 2016, walking for designer Nandita Mahtani in Mumbai.<ref>{{cite web|title=Meet Ahaan Panday, the new star kid on the block|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/photo-features/bollywoods-future-star-kids-to-watch-out-for/Meet-Ahaan-Panday-the-new-star-kid-on-the-block/photostory/54477757.cms}}</ref> He later worked as an assistant director on films like ''Freaky Ali'' (2016) and ''Rock On 2'' (2016), and starred in short films such as ''Fifty'' (2017) with his uncle [[Chunky Panday]].
 
===Breakthrough with ''Saiyaara'' (2025)===
Ahaan made his acting debut as the male lead in ''Saiyaara'', directed by [[Mohit Suri]] and produced by [[Aditya Chopra]] for Yash Raj Films.<ref>{{cite web|title=Who is Ahaan Panday?|url=https://www.news18.com/movies/bollywood/who-is-ahaan-panday-ananya-pandays-cousin-to-debut-in-mohit-suri-directed-yrf-love-story-ws-l-9359633.html}}</ref> The film co-starred [[Aneet Padda]] and was initially conceived as ''Aashiqui 3'' before being reworked into ''Saiyaara''.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mohit Suri reveals Saiyaara was originally Aashiqui 3|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/mohit-suri-reveals-ahaan-panday-and-aneet-padda-starrer-saiyaaras-idea-was-originally-aashiqui-3-they-were-in-a-hurry-i-was-not-comfortable-/articleshow/122051586.cms}}</ref>
 
Released in July 2025, ''Saiyaara'' became a commercial and critical success, grossing over ₹581 crore worldwide.<ref>{{cite web|title=‘Saiyaara’ grosses ₹581 crore worldwide|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/saiyaara-total-collection-so-far-ahaan-panday-aneet-padda-film-grosses-rs-581-crore-worldwide-9201159}}</ref> Critics praised Ahaan’s emotional depth and chemistry with Aneet Padda.<ref>{{cite web|title=‘Saiyaara’ review: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda deliver fireworks in Mohit Suri’s emotional comeback|url=https://www.indiaforums.com/article/saiyaara-review-ahaan-panday-and-aneet-padda-deliver-fireworks-in-mohit-suris-emotional-comeback_224856}}</ref> Veteran actor [[Anupam Kher]] lauded Panday’s performance, calling him “a talent for the next generation.”<ref>{{cite web|title=Anupam Kher welcomes Ahaan Panday to Bollywood|url=https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/anupam-kher-welcomes-ahaan-panday-to-bollywood-after-saiyaara-success-no-generation-gap-here-article-13563919.html}}</ref>
 
The movie’s song “Dhun” topped Spotify India charts and trended globally.<ref>{{cite web|title='Saiyaara' title song among top 5 on Spotify globally|url=https://www.jagran.com/entertainment/bollywood-saiyaara-title-song-seated-in-top-5-list-on-spotify-globally-ahaan-panday-film-hits-another-milestone-23995119.html}}</ref> On streaming, the film became Netflix’s number-one non-English title worldwide upon release.<ref>{{cite web|title='Saiyaara' becomes #1 non-English film worldwide on Netflix|url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/web-series/ahaan-panday-aneet-padda-thank-fans-as-saiyaara-becomes-number-1-non-english-film-worldwide-on-netflix-love-you-forever-article-152843777}}</ref>
 
===Post-''Saiyaara'' work===
Following ''Saiyaara’’, Panday signed a multi-film deal with YRF. His next project is an action-romance directed by [[Ali Abbas Zafar]], co-starring [[Sharvari Wagh]] and [[Bobby Deol]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Ahaan Panday to team up with Ali Abbas Zafar for YRF’s next|url=https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/bollywood/ahaan-panday-to-team-up-with-ali-abbas-zafar-for-yrf-s-next-action-romance-report-article-13589003.html}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Bobby Deol to play key role in Ahaan Panday’s next|url=https://www.123telugu.com/mnews/bobby-deol-to-play-key-role-in-ahaan-pandays-next-avd.html}}</ref>
 
He was also featured on ''Filmfare''’s “Men We Love” list for 2025 and signed endorsement deals with six Gen-Z fashion and lifestyle brands.<ref>{{cite web|title=Ahaan Panday signs 6 deals with top Gen Z brands|url=https://odishabytes.com/saiyaara-star-ahaan-panday-signs-6-deals-with-top-gen-z-brands/}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title='Men We Love': Ahaan Panday|url=https://www.femina.in/trending/achievers/men-we-love-ahaan-panday-288390.html}}</ref>


==Early life and career==
==Personal life==
Ahaan was born 1997 in Mumbai, India to Chikki Panday and fitness expert [[Deanne Pandey]].<ref>{{cite web|accessdate=2020-09-20|title=Ananya Panday's Cousin Ahaan To Co-Star With Ajay Devgn In His Debut Film: Report|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/ananya-pandays-cousin-ahaan-to-co-star-with-ajay-devgn-in-his-debut-film-report-2284777|website=NDTV.com}}</ref> He did his primary schooling from Oberoi International School and currently, pursuing graduation at Mumbai University.<ref>{{cite web|accessdate=2020-09-20|title=Ahaan Panday|url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/celebrity/Ahaan-Pandayy|website=PINKVILLA}}</ref> He started his careen in fashion industry in 2016 and made his runway debut at designer Nandita Mahtani's fashion show in Mumbai.<ref>{{cite web|accessdate=2020-09-20|title=Meet Ahaan Panday, the new star kid on the block - Bollywood's future star kids to watch out for!|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/photo-features/bollywoods-future-star-kids-to-watch-out-for/Meet-Ahaan-Panday-the-new-star-kid-on-the-block/photostory/54477757.cms|website=The Times of India}}</ref> He featured in a short film, Fifty, along with uncle Chunky Panday in 2017.<ref>{{cite web|accessdate=2020-09-20|title=Meet Chunky Panday's nephew, Ahaan|url=https://www.rediff.com/movies/report/meet-chunky-pandeys-nephew-ahaan/20170426.htm|website=Rediff}}</ref>
Ahaan lives in Bandra, Mumbai. His home has been featured in several lifestyle publications for its minimalist, eco-friendly design.<ref>{{cite web|title=Inside Ahaan Panday’s four-storey Mumbai mansion|url=https://www.india.com/entertainment/inside-saiyaara-star-ahaan-pandays-four-storey-mumbai-mansion-cosy-living-rooms-fingerprint-entrance-lavish-game-room-and-more-7968277/}}</ref>
He is close to his cousin [[Ananya Panday]] and often appears with his family at public events.<ref>{{cite web|title=Ananya Panday calls cousin Ahaan “a complete star” after watching ''Saiyaara''|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/ananya-panday-on-cousin-ahaan-pandays-acting-prowess-amid-saiyaaras-roaring-success-he-is-a-complete-star/articleshow/123769429.cms}}</ref>


==Filmograpy==
==Filmography==
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Year !! Film !! Role !! Note  
! Year !! Film !! Role !! Note  
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|-
| 2016 || Freaky Ali ||  || assistant director
| 2016 || ''Freaky Ali'' ||  || Assistant director
|-
|-
| 2016 || Rock On 2 ||  || assistant director
| 2016 || ''Rock On 2'' ||  || Assistant director
|-
|-
| 2017 || Fifty || Main lead || shortfilm
| 2017 || ''Fifty'' || Main role || Short film
|-
|-
| 2018 || Jollywood || Main Lead || shortfilm
| 2018 || ''Jollywood'' || Main role || Short film
|-
|-
| 2025 || ''[[Saiyaara]]'' || Krish Kapoor || Bollywood debut
|}
|}
==Awards and recognition==
* IMDb Breakout Star Award (2025)<ref>{{cite web|title=After ''Saiyaara'' success, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda bag IMDb Breakout Star Awards|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/after-saiyaaras-massive-success-ahaan-panday-and-aneet-padda-bag-imdbs-breakout-star-awards-9068282}}</ref> 
* Filmfare Fresh Face of the Year nomination (2025)<ref>{{cite web|title=Filmfare: Ahaan Panday nominated for Fresh Face of the Year|url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/ahaan-panday-transforms-into-a-rugged-action-hero-for-his-next-big-film-78961.html}}</ref>


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
*[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8077625/ Ahaan Panday] on IMDb
*[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8077625/ Ahaan Panday] on IMDb
*[https://www.instagram.com/ahaanpandayy/ Ahaan Panday] on Instagram
*[https://www.instagram.com/ahaanpandayy/ Ahaan Panday] on Instagram


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Revision as of 21:59, 4 April 2026

Ahaan Panday
Born (1997-12-23) December 23, 1997 (age 28)
Mumbai, India
NationalityIndian
OccupationActor, fashion model
Years active2016–present
Known forSaiyaara
Parents
RelativesAlanna Panday (sister), Chunky Panday (uncle), Ananya Panday (cousin)

Ahaan Panday (born 23 December 1997) is an Indian actor and fashion model. He made his Bollywood debut in 2025 with Mohit Suri’s romantic drama Saiyaara, produced by Yash Raj Films (YRF), which became one of the year’s highest-grossing Indian films.[1][2]

Early life

Panday was born in Mumbai to businessman Chikki Panday and fitness expert Deanne Panday.[3] He attended Oberoi International School and later pursued graduation at the University of Mumbai.[4]

During his teens, he was active on social media and gained popularity through short comedy sketches and dance clips, before deleting most of his early content prior to his acting debut.[5]

Career

Modeling and early work

Panday began his modeling career in 2016, walking for designer Nandita Mahtani in Mumbai.[6] He later worked as an assistant director on films like Freaky Ali (2016) and Rock On 2 (2016), and starred in short films such as Fifty (2017) with his uncle Chunky Panday.

Breakthrough with Saiyaara (2025)

Ahaan made his acting debut as the male lead in Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Aditya Chopra for Yash Raj Films.[7] The film co-starred Aneet Padda and was initially conceived as Aashiqui 3 before being reworked into Saiyaara.[8]

Released in July 2025, Saiyaara became a commercial and critical success, grossing over ₹581 crore worldwide.[9] Critics praised Ahaan’s emotional depth and chemistry with Aneet Padda.[10] Veteran actor Anupam Kher lauded Panday’s performance, calling him “a talent for the next generation.”[11]

The movie’s song “Dhun” topped Spotify India charts and trended globally.[12] On streaming, the film became Netflix’s number-one non-English title worldwide upon release.[13]

Post-Saiyaara work

Following Saiyaara’’, Panday signed a multi-film deal with YRF. His next project is an action-romance directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, co-starring Sharvari Wagh and Bobby Deol.[14][15]

He was also featured on Filmfare’s “Men We Love” list for 2025 and signed endorsement deals with six Gen-Z fashion and lifestyle brands.[16][17]

Personal life

Ahaan lives in Bandra, Mumbai. His home has been featured in several lifestyle publications for its minimalist, eco-friendly design.[18] He is close to his cousin Ananya Panday and often appears with his family at public events.[19]

Filmography

Year Film Role Note
2016 Freaky Ali Assistant director
2016 Rock On 2 Assistant director
2017 Fifty Main role Short film
2018 Jollywood Main role Short film
2025 Saiyaara Krish Kapoor Bollywood debut

Awards and recognition

  • IMDb Breakout Star Award (2025)[20]
  • Filmfare Fresh Face of the Year nomination (2025)[21]

References

  1. ↑ "How Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's Saiyaara became one of the biggest Bollywood films of the year".
  2. ↑ "'Saiyaara' box office: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's debut smashes records".
  3. ↑ "Inside the Panday dynasty: Everything about Ahaan's famous roots".
  4. ↑ "Ahaan Panday educational qualification".
  5. ↑ "Director Mohit Suri says Ahaan Panday was a "cringe TikToker" before Saiyaara".
  6. ↑ "Meet Ahaan Panday, the new star kid on the block".
  7. ↑ "Who is Ahaan Panday?".
  8. ↑ "Mohit Suri reveals Saiyaara was originally Aashiqui 3".
  9. ↑ "'Saiyaara' grosses ₹581 crore worldwide".
  10. ↑ "'Saiyaara' review: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda deliver fireworks in Mohit Suri's emotional comeback".
  11. ↑ "Anupam Kher welcomes Ahaan Panday to Bollywood".
  12. ↑ "'Saiyaara' title song among top 5 on Spotify globally".
  13. ↑ "'Saiyaara' becomes #1 non-English film worldwide on Netflix".
  14. ↑ "Ahaan Panday to team up with Ali Abbas Zafar for YRF's next".
  15. ↑ "Bobby Deol to play key role in Ahaan Panday's next".
  16. ↑ "Ahaan Panday signs 6 deals with top Gen Z brands".
  17. ↑ "'Men We Love': Ahaan Panday".
  18. ↑ "Inside Ahaan Panday's four-storey Mumbai mansion".
  19. ↑ "Ananya Panday calls cousin Ahaan "a complete star" after watching Saiyaara".
  20. ↑ "After Saiyaara success, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda bag IMDb Breakout Star Awards".
  21. ↑ "Filmfare: Ahaan Panday nominated for Fresh Face of the Year".

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