After Saiyaara’s Rs 4.5 billion blockbuster, what’s next for stars Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda?

Fresh off the surprise blockbuster Saiyaara, all eyes are now on its breakout leads, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. The romantic drama not only raked in over Rs 300 crore at the box office but also catapulted its fresh-faced stars into the national spotlight. The film crossed over Rs 450 crore abroad too, according to Sacnilk, the industry tracker.

So, what’s next for the duo?

Trade outlets report that he’s currently in talks for an action drama with a major streaming platform and possibly a bilingual project aimed at reaching both Hindi and southern Indian audience, though none of these are officially confirmed yet. Meanwhile, brands are keeping a close eye: Panday has been spotted at several high-profile events, fueling speculation about potential future brand ambassadorships.

With her luminous screen presence, Saiyaara breakout star Aneet Padda has quickly become a fan favourite. She is set to appear in Nyaya, a legal drama series filmed before her film debut, marking her OTT entry. While speculation swirls about her next big-screen projects, many Indian outlets and reports suggest she’s being considered for roles in both a period film and a female-led urban thriller. A trained dancer and theatre performer, Padda is reportedly keen to explore layered, emotionally intense roles that go beyond the romantic drama space.

While fans are clamouring for a Saiyaara 2, both actors are treading carefully, choosing scripts that showcase range rather than rushing into sequels. Still, their undeniable on-screen chemistry may bring them back together sooner than later.