Ananya Panday Gets Emotional Ahead of Brother Ahaan Panday’s Debut in ‘Saiyaara’

Mumbai– Bollywood actress Ananya Panday is brimming with emotion as her younger brother Ahaan Panday gears up for the biggest moment of his career — the release of his debut film Saiyaara. The film, backed by the prestigious Yash Raj Films banner, hits theatres nationwide on July 18, 2025. A day before its release, Ananya took to Instagram to pen a deeply personal message filled with nostalgia, pride, and sibling love.

In her post, Ananya shared a string of unseen childhood photos and videos with Ahaan that melted hearts on social media. The two siblings are seen in adorable, candid moments — from playful outings to tender family memories.

The actress captioned the post, “Been obsessed with my brother since day 1 and I can’t wait for the world to feel the same. Saiyaara in cinemas tomorrow!!! @ahaanpandayy can’t believe my little bean’s first movie comes out. Welcome to the movies Ahaaani!! The sweetest boy.” The post quickly went viral, drawing love from fans, industry colleagues, and well-wishers.

Ahaan Panday, who has quietly built a loyal following on social media over the past few years, now steps into the limelight with Saiyaara, a romantic drama directed by Mohit Suri and co-starring Aneet Padda. Produced by YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani, the project marks not only Ahaan’s debut but also a continuation of the legacy of introducing new talent under the Yash Raj banner. According to insiders, Ahaan was personally mentored by Aditya Chopra and underwent six years of rigorous training before being officially cast.

Buzz around Saiyaara is already sky-high. Advance booking numbers have crossed ₹2.6 crore as of Thursday evening, with more than 12 hours still to go before the final pre-sales tally. Early trade estimates suggest that the film could open with a strong ₹10–12 crore on day one, with some optimistic projections placing the figure even higher, between ₹15–20 crore. If these numbers hold, Saiyaara could become one of the biggest debuts for a newcomer in recent years.

With his family cheering him on and fans eagerly awaiting his arrival on the big screen, Ahaan Panday is set to begin a new chapter — and it’s clear from Ananya’s heartfelt tribute that the journey is deeply emotional for the Panday family.