Ahaan Panday

Ahaan Panday
Born	23 December 1997 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality	Indian
Education	University of Mumbai (BFA, Cinematic Arts)
Occupation	Actor, Model, Assistant Director
Years Active	2016–present

Ahaan Panday (born 23 December 1997) is an Indian film actor, fashion model, and assistant director. He made his acting debut in 2025 with Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara, playing the lead role of Krish Kapoor. Coming from a well-known Bollywood family, he is the son of businessman Chikki Panday and wellness expert Deanne Panday, and cousin of actress Ananya Panday.

Early Life and Education

Born and raised in Mumbai, Ahaan comes from a family with strong ties to entertainment and business. His father, Aloke "Chikki" Panday, is a businessman and philanthropist, and his mother, Deanne Panday, is a prominent wellness coach and author. He studied at Oberoi International School before graduating with a degree in Cinematic Arts and Production from the University of Mumbai.

Career

Assistant Direction (2016–2023)

Before stepping into the limelight, Ahaan built a solid foundation behind the scenes. He worked as an assistant director on several major Bollywood productions, including Freaky Ali and Rock On 2 in 2016, Mardaani 2 in 2019, and the Netflix series The Railway Men in 2023, where he gained insight into both creative and production processes.

Modelling and Social Media

Parallel to his film work, Ahaan gained visibility in the fashion circuit. He walked for designers like Nandita Mehtani and featured in campaigns for KOOVS. He also cultivated a strong presence on social media, amassing over 1 million followers on Instagram by 2025, where he shares lifestyle content, fitness routines, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of his work.

Acting Debut: Saiyaara (2025)

Ahaan's breakout came with Saiyaara (2025), a musical romantic drama directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films. Starring opposite Aneet Padda, Ahaan portrayed Krish Kapoor, a passionate singer navigating fame and love. The film was both a commercial and critical success, opening to ₹20 crore on Day 1 and crossing ₹80 crore by the first weekend. His performance was praised for its sincerity and screen presence, earning public support from cousin Ananya Panday and industry figures.

Filmography

Year	Title	Role
2016	Freaky Ali	Assistant Director
2016	Rock On 2	Assistant Director
2019	Mardaani 2	Assistant Director
2023	The Railway Men	Assistant Director
2025	Saiyaara	Krish Kapoor

Personal Life

Apart from acting, Ahaan Panday is a trained dancer and self-taught musician. He also shows interest in fashion, composing music, and esports. Though private about his relationships, he is often spotted with close friends from the film and fashion industries.