A heartwarming moment between Ahaan Panday and his Saiyaara co-star, Aneet Padda, is capturing the attention of fans, showcasing the strong bond the two debutants share. The gesture, considered incredibly sweet by onlookers, has quickly gone viral, further fueling the buzz surrounding their recently released film.

Saiyaara, a musical romantic drama directed by Mohit Suri, marked the Bollywood debut for both Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. The film, produced by Yash Raj Films, hit theaters on July 18, 2025, and has been a major commercial success. Saiyaara has earned positive reviews, with particular praise directed towards Panday and Padda's performances, as well as Suri's direction and the film's soundtrack.

The viral moment highlights the camaraderie between Panday and Padda. While details of the specific gesture remain somewhat vague in initial reports, sources suggest it involved Ahaan displaying a protective and supportive attitude towards Aneet during a public appearance. This display of affection and care has resonated with fans, who have been quick to share and comment on the clip across social media platforms.

Interestingly, both Ahaan and Aneet have spoken about the personal connections they felt to the film. Aneet revealed that her grandfather's battle with Alzheimer's disease made the project particularly emotional for her, as her character in Saiyaara also deals with similar themes. Ahaan shared that his grandmother, who dreamed of him being a part of Yash Raj Films, inspired him. He said that choosing Yash Raj Films was instinctive because he believed it was his destiny.

Ahaan, nephew of actor Chunky Panday and cousin of Ananya Panday, had previously worked as an assistant director on films like Freaky Ali, Rock On 2, and the Netflix series The Railway Man. Aneet Padda had a small role in Salaam Venky and appeared in the web series Big Girls Don't Cry before landing the lead role in Saiyaara.

The success of Saiyaara has not only launched their careers but also fostered a genuine friendship between the two actors. In a recent interview, they revealed a touching moment before Aneet's audition for Saiyaara, Ahaan took her to a church, and they lit a candle and prayed for her to get the role.

The film's narrative revolves around Krish Kapoor, a troubled musician, and Vaani Batra, a shy poet, who form a deep emotional bond. The movie subtly emphasizes that "the mind forgets, but the heart does not," which became very emotional for Aneet because her grandfather has Alzheimer's.

Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara shattered records, grossing over ₹570 crore worldwide. It became the second highest-grossing Hindi film and the second highest-grossing Indian film of 2025, and the highest-grossing Indian romantic film.