Saiyaara redefined the Gen Z love story when it hit the big screens in July this year. Aside from being a gargantuan box-office success, the Mohit Suri directorial also gave Gen Z an on-screen pair to root for—Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda. The pair was much appreciated for their onscreen chemistry, and subsequently there were many rumours about an off-screen romance too. In a chat with GQ, Ahaan broke silence on his equation with Aneet.
He clarified that they were not in a relationship and he was single. However, he admitted that Aneet was his best friend and the chemistry they shared was one born from comfort and mutual respect. “Chemistry isn’t always romantic—our chemistry is 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 explained.
The dating rumours gained further momentum when Karan Johar hinted during a podcast with Sania Mirza that the Saiyaara leads might be Bollywood’s next big real-life pair. When asked who he thought could emerge as the next celebrated couple on the Hindi film scene, he casually mentioned Ahaan and Aneet, though he clarified that nothing had been confirmed and he hadn’t checked personally. His remark, however playful, intensified public curiosity about the young actors’ off-screen dynamic.
Saiyaara, meaning wandering star or drifting lover, is a 2025 Hindi musical romance directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films. Though initially conceived as a spiritual successor to Aashiqui 2, creative disagreements with earlier producers led to its transformation into an independent project. Featuring newcomers Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda as a singer-songwriter duo whose relationship blossoms through music, the film earned widespread praise for its performances, narrative depth, Suri’s directorial style, and its chart-topping soundtrack. Released on 18 July 2025, the film grossed over Rs 576 crore globally, becoming the second highest-earning Hindi release of the year and the most successful Indian romantic drama ever made.
He clarified that they were not in a relationship and he was single. However, he admitted that Aneet was his best friend and the chemistry they shared was one born from comfort and mutual respect. “Chemistry isn’t always romantic—our chemistry is 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 explained.
The dating rumours gained further momentum when Karan Johar hinted during a podcast with Sania Mirza that the Saiyaara leads might be Bollywood’s next big real-life pair. When asked who he thought could emerge as the next celebrated couple on the Hindi film scene, he casually mentioned Ahaan and Aneet, though he clarified that nothing had been confirmed and he hadn’t checked personally. His remark, however playful, intensified public curiosity about the young actors’ off-screen dynamic.
Saiyaara, meaning wandering star or drifting lover, is a 2025 Hindi musical romance directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films. Though initially conceived as a spiritual successor to Aashiqui 2, creative disagreements with earlier producers led to its transformation into an independent project. Featuring newcomers Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda as a singer-songwriter duo whose relationship blossoms through music, the film earned widespread praise for its performances, narrative depth, Suri’s directorial style, and its chart-topping soundtrack. Released on 18 July 2025, the film grossed over Rs 576 crore globally, becoming the second highest-earning Hindi release of the year and the most successful Indian romantic drama ever made.