Who is Aneet Padda? Meet the 22-Year-Old Debutant and Nation’s New Crush from YRF’s Saiyaara
Who is Aneet Padda? Meet the 22-Year-Old Debutant and Nation’s New Crush from YRF’s Saiyaara
Aneet Padda is the fresh new face Bollywood is talking about. The young actress made her big-screen debut as a lead in Saiyaara, a romantic drama directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films (YRF). She stars opposite Ahaan Panday, who also made his debut with the film.
While Ahaan has already been in the spotlight as Ananya Panday’s cousin, Aneet has quietly worked her way up in the industry, starting from smaller roles to now leading a major commercial film.
Early Life and Background
Aneet Padda was born on October 14, 2002, in Amritsar, Punjab, to a middle-class family. Unlike many others in the film industry, she comes from a non-filmy background. She studied at Jesus and Mary College under Delhi University and began modeling while still in college. Her modeling work included various ad campaigns for fashion, skincare, and lifestyle brands. These early experiences gave her confidence in front of the camera and helped her make initial connections in the entertainment industry.
Acting Journey
Aneet first appeared on screen in a small role as an extra in the 2022 film Salaam Venky, which starred Kajol. Although it was a brief appearance, it was her first brush with Bollywood.
Her breakthrough came in 2024 with the Amazon Prime Video series Big Girls Don’t Cry, where she played a key role as Roohi. The show featured a strong cast, including Pooja Bhatt, Raima Sen, and Zoya Hussain. Aneet’s performance stood out and earned her praise for portraying a layered character with emotional depth.
In the same year, she also appeared in the television drama Yuva Sapno Ka Safar, credited as Aneet Kaur. She even explored her passion for music by recording her first song, Masoom, in 2024.
Her Role in Saiyaara
Aneet’s career took a big turn in 2025 when she was selected to star opposite Ahaan Panday in Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara. According to reports, hundreds of girls auditioned for the role, but Aneet’s audition stood out. Both director Mohit Suri and the team at YRF were impressed, leading to her being cast in the film. Saiyaara is a love story with music by Tanishk Bagchi. The film explores romance, heartbreak, and emotional drama.
Social Media and Personality
Despite being new to fame, Aneet keeps her social media real and relatable. Her Instagram bio says, “Authentically pretending,” which gives a glimpse into her grounded personality. She currently has over 1.1 Millions followers and regularly shares behind-the-scenes photos, work updates, and candid moments from her shoots.
With Saiyaara, Aneet Padda has stepped into the limelight. From playing background roles to leading a YRF film, her journey reflects determination, talent, and hard work. As her debut film hits theaters, all eyes are on this rising star.
