Saiyaara actress Aneet Padda shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram for her co-star and friend Ahaan Panday, as he celebrates his 28th birthday today (23rd December), providing fans with a unique look into the actor's personal life.
The post, which highlighted not only Ahaan Panday's career accomplishments but also the kindness and charm that characterise him off-screen, was full of love, warmth, and admiration.
Unseen photos and videos that revealed Ahaan Panday's more sensitive side were among the candid moments that Aneet Padda shared.
One photo captured a young Ahaan Panday with his late grandmother, while a playful clip showed him interacting with a cat, reflecting the gentle, caring personality that has endeared him to friends, family, and fans alike.
In her touching note, Aneet Padda beautifully described the impact Ahaan Panday has on those around him: “I’ve seen the future. I’ve seen passersby smile when you laugh out loud, they can’t help it. I’ve seen colours change in the world around, when your eyes are lost in thought, admiring an old woman, watering her plants, unaware. I’ve seen the scribbles on your notepad, holding the musings of an unusual mind, rare and magical. The change of your camera lens, stubborn in its search for beauty in the mundane.”
She went on to express the quiet pride and admiration that those closest to him feel: “Pride mixed with disbelief at her son’s kindness, his soul—at the man she raised. I’ve seen a stranger having a better day after talking to you. I’ve seen the security guard waiting for his daily chat with you at 2 pm sharp. I’ve seen the world stop and stare at you before it knew why. Before it met its Saiyaara on a movie screen. You were always a star. Dadi was always proud. I saw the future then, and I see it now. It’s all set to come true.”
Ending her tribute, Aneet Padda wrote, “Happy birthday, Ahaana, I will always be proud of the person you are. Thank you for giving the world the gift of you.”
The post quickly caught the attention of fans and fellow actors, with Ahaan Panday responding, “No words do justice to what I felt after reading this” showing how much the message meant to him.
The birthday celebration comes on the heels of Saiyaara’s tremendous success, with the film crossing the Rs 500 crore mark at the box office.
Directed by Mohit Suri, the movie also features Shaad Randhawa and Varun Badola, adding depth to the cast.
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