Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda may be the rising faces of Mohit Suri’s romantic drama Saiyaara, but for Aneet, stepping into the world of cinema was not a smooth path. Born and raised in Amritsar, Punjab, she carried a strong desire to perform from a young age. Yet, financial constraints meant that she could not travel to Mumbai for auditions like many aspiring actors.
In her conversation with The Hollywood Reporter India, Padda reflected on her early struggles, sharing how she would secretly record audition tapes in her room while her parents believed she was busy with studies. For her, the dream of acting had to be pursued independently, since her family lacked the resources to support her professional journey to Mumbai.
Balancing Studies with Creative Pursuits
Even while finishing her undergraduate degree, Padda refused to let her aspirations take a backseat. She actively sought modeling opportunities and appeared in commercials, finding a way to merge academic responsibilities with her creative inclinations. This dual effort allowed her to develop confidence in front of the camera while continuing her education.
First Steps into Cinema
Her initial break came in 2022 with Revathi’s directorial Salaam Venky, a film headlined by Kajol. Although her role was brief, it marked her entry into the film industry. Shortly afterward, she played ‘Roohi’ in the youth-centric series Big Girls Don’t Cry. The show not only highlighted her acting range but also allowed her to share her passion for music. She contributed to the soundtrack by writing, composing, and performing an original song titled Masoom, which expanded her artistic identity beyond acting.
The Defining Moment with Saiyaara
Padda’s most transformative experience, however, came with Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara. Starring opposite Ahaan Panday, the film released on July 18 and catapulted both newcomers into the spotlight. The story centers on Krrish Kapoor, a struggling musician, and Vaani Batra, an aspiring journalist and poet, weaving a narrative of love, ambition, and heartbreak. In the same interview, Padda remembered the deeply emotional final day of filming, describing how she and her co-star were in tears even though technical shoots still remained. For her, Saiyaara was not just a film—it was the culmination of years of perseverance.
Saiyaara Box Office
Helmed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara became a major box-office hit. The romantic drama emerged as a box-office juggernaut, collecting more than Rs 570 crore at the box-office today.
In her conversation with The Hollywood Reporter India, Padda reflected on her early struggles, sharing how she would secretly record audition tapes in her room while her parents believed she was busy with studies. For her, the dream of acting had to be pursued independently, since her family lacked the resources to support her professional journey to Mumbai.
Balancing Studies with Creative Pursuits
Even while finishing her undergraduate degree, Padda refused to let her aspirations take a backseat. She actively sought modeling opportunities and appeared in commercials, finding a way to merge academic responsibilities with her creative inclinations. This dual effort allowed her to develop confidence in front of the camera while continuing her education.
First Steps into Cinema
Her initial break came in 2022 with Revathi’s directorial Salaam Venky, a film headlined by Kajol. Although her role was brief, it marked her entry into the film industry. Shortly afterward, she played ‘Roohi’ in the youth-centric series Big Girls Don’t Cry. The show not only highlighted her acting range but also allowed her to share her passion for music. She contributed to the soundtrack by writing, composing, and performing an original song titled Masoom, which expanded her artistic identity beyond acting.
The Defining Moment with Saiyaara
Padda’s most transformative experience, however, came with Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara. Starring opposite Ahaan Panday, the film released on July 18 and catapulted both newcomers into the spotlight. The story centers on Krrish Kapoor, a struggling musician, and Vaani Batra, an aspiring journalist and poet, weaving a narrative of love, ambition, and heartbreak. In the same interview, Padda remembered the deeply emotional final day of filming, describing how she and her co-star were in tears even though technical shoots still remained. For her, Saiyaara was not just a film—it was the culmination of years of perseverance.
Saiyaara Box Office
Helmed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara became a major box-office hit. The romantic drama emerged as a box-office juggernaut, collecting more than Rs 570 crore at the box-office today.
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