After weeks of speculation surrounding his off-screen chemistry with Saiyaara co-star Aneet Padda, Ahaan Panday has now offered clarity on where they truly stand. In a new interview, the actor addressed the buzz head-on—ending the dating rumours while acknowledging the deep connection the two share.
Ahaan clarifies speculation: “Aneet is my best friend”
Ahaan revealed that despite fans shipping them passionately, their relationship has always been rooted in trust and understanding rather than romance.“Aneet is my best friend. The whole internet thinks we’re together, but we’re not. Chemistry isn’t always romantic; it’s about comfort, safety, and being seen. We’ve both made each other feel that. Even though she’s not my girlfriend, I’ll never have a bond like I have with Aneet,” he told GQ.
The emotional foundation behind their bond
The actor also shared that their connection began long before the film became a hit. Ahaan recalled a moment that brought them closer creatively and emotionally—a shared love for a Paulo Coelho quote.“Before Saiyaara, we both loved this Paulo Coelho quote: ‘It’s the possibility of a dream coming true that makes life interesting.’ We dreamed this together, and it came true. What we’ve shared is so special.”
Saiyaara’s blockbuster status adds fuel to the buzz
The intense curiosity around their relationship isn’t without reason. Saiyaara has turned into a phenomenon, crossing Rs 500 crore worldwide and surprising even the most optimistic box-office predictions. The film’s music, emotional beats and fresh casting have earned it widespread praise, with fans particularly enamoured by Ahaan and Aneet’s onscreen spark. Their pairing is now being celebrated as one of the most promising new combinations in Bollywood.
Both actors gear up for major future projects
With their debut blockbuster behind them, Ahaan and Aneet are moving forward with equally ambitious lineups.Ahaan will next feature opposite Sharvari in a YRF project helmed by Abbas Ali Zafar, with Aaishvary Thackeray playing the antagonist.Aneet, meanwhile, is stepping into Maddock Films’ horror-comedy universe as Shakti Shalini, marking yet another major milestone in her rising career.
