Aneet Padda joins Ahaan Panday’s family puja

Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda shot to fame overnight with their 2025 film 'Saiyaara'. Their on-screen chemistry won over audiences, and their friendship off screen has fans wondering if there is something more between them.

Fuelling the dating buzz, Aneet was spotted celebrating Diwali with Ahaan’s family, and his mother, Deanne Panday, posted pictures with the actor on social media.

Deanne Panday shares Diwali selfie with Aneet Padda

Deanne shared a selfie with Aneet on her Instagram stories on Sunday. Dressed in traditional attire, the actress had a dupatta over her head, hinting that the picture was taken just after the Diwali puja, while Deanne pouted at the camera. Another photo showed Aneet standing with Deanne and other relatives in front of a rangoli. Deanne’s other pictures captured her Diwali celebrations with family members such as Chunky Panday, Bhavana Panday and Ananya Panday.

Aneet Padda has celebrated with Ahaan Panday’s family before

Aneet has been a part of Ahaan’s family celebrations before, too. She attended the baby shower of Ahaan’s sister, Alanna Panday, and joined Ananya Panday and Ahaan in a few fun games. Her 24th birthday was also spent with Ahaan and Deanne at a fairytale-themed party, with photos from the event circulating online and Alia Bhatt among the attendees. Aneet later shared a cozy picture of Ahaan hugging her at the party, and social media went into a frenzy.

Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday to reunite in Mohit Suri’s film

Since 'Saiyaara' smashed records to become the highest-grossing romantic film in Indian cinema, fans have been rooting for Aneet and Ahaan to be a real-life couple. Their regular outings together at events and family gatherings have only added to the dating speculation, though both actors insist they are simply best friends. They will reunite on screen in Mohit Suri’s upcoming film.

Aneet Padda’s next film ‘Shakti Shalini’

On the work front, Aneet will soon be seen in 'Shakti Shalini', an entry in the horror-comedy universe helmed by Aditya Sarpotdar. The film tells the story of Shakti, an ordinary woman who steps up as a protector, and Shalini, a vengeful spirit who comes back to punish men after being cruelly betrayed and killed. Aneet Padda and Vishal Jethwa play the leads, while Nana Patekar will also feature posthumously, following his reported death on October 8.