Ahaan Shetty
| Ahan Shetty | |
|---|---|
| |
| Born | 28 December 1995
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2021–present |
| Known for | Tadap, Border 2 |
| Family | Suniel Shetty (father), Athiya Shetty (sister) |
Ahan Shetty (born 28 December 1995) is an Indian actor who works in Hindi films. He is the son of actor :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} and made his debut with the film Tadap (2021). He later gained wider recognition with the war film Border 2 (2026).[1]
Early life and family
Ahan Shetty was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, to Suniel Shetty and Mana Shetty. His elder sister is :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
His mother, Mana Shetty, is a businesswoman, designer, and social activist. She comes from a mixed cultural background with Gujarati Muslim and Punjabi Hindu heritage.[2]
Career
2021: Debut with Tadap
Ahan Shetty made his acting debut in the romantic action film Tadap (2021), directed by Milan Luthria. The film was a remake of the Telugu film RX 100 and co-starred :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
To prepare for the role, he underwent physical transformation and gained significant muscle weight. The film received mixed reviews, but his performance was noted for intensity and screen presence.[3]
Tadap marked his entry into Bollywood and earned him the IIFA Award for Star Debut of the Year – Male.
2026: Breakthrough with Border 2
After a gap, Shetty appeared in the war film Border 2 (2026), which became one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of the year. He portrayed Lt Cdr Mahendra Singh Rawat.
The film significantly increased his recognition in the industry.[4]
Upcoming projects
He is also associated with the film Sanki (TBA), where he plays ACP Veerendra “Veer” Saigal.
Personal life
Ahan Shetty has been in a long-term relationship with fashion designer Tania Shroff. They studied in the same school.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Tadap | Ishana | Debut film |
| 2026 | Border 2 | Lt Cdr M. S. Rawat | Major success |
| TBA | Sanki | ACP Veerendra "Veer" Saigal | Filming |
Awards and nominations
- IIFA Award for Star Debut of the Year – Male (2022) for Tadap - Iconic Gold Award – Best Debut Actor
Legacy
Ahan Shetty is considered part of the new generation of Bollywood actors. His entry into films continues his family legacy in Indian cinema.
References
- ↑ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/as-border-2-builds-anticipation-ahan-shetty-talks-about-inhabiting-a-soldiers-mind-says-authenticity-cannot-be-manufactured/articleshow/126214439.cms
- ↑ https://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/photo-gallery-how-much-does-suneil-shetty-athiya-shetty-and-other-family-members-earn-a-look-at-shetty-family-s-net-worth-3172144
- ↑ https://sundayguardianlive.com/entertainment-news/who-are-the-real-life-heroes-of-border-2-meet-the-war-veterans-who-inspired-sunny-deol-varun-dhawan-ahan-shetty-diljit-dosanjh-1971-indo-pak-war-166055/
- ↑ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/ahan-shetty