Aneet Padda

Aneet Padda
Born	14 October 2002 Amritsar, Punjab, India
Nationality	Indian
Education	University of Delhi (Humanities)
Occupation	Actress, Singer
Years Active	2022–present

Aneet Padda (born 14 October 2002) is an Indian film and television actress, singer, and performing artist. She rose to prominence with her leading role as Vaani Batra in the 2025 romantic drama Saiyaara opposite Ahaan Panday. Before entering mainstream cinema, she gained acclaim through the web series Big Girls Don’t Cry on Amazon Prime Video and has since become a rising face in youth-driven storytelling.

Early Life and Education

Aneet was born in a Jatt Sikh family in Amritsar, Punjab. She attended Spring Dale Senior School and pursued her higher education in humanities at Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi. During her college years, she actively modelled for national brands including Cadbury and Nescafe, showcasing early promise in performance and media.

Career

Debut and Early Roles

She began her on-screen career with a minor role in the 2022 drama film Salaam Venky directed by Revathi, where she appeared opposite Vishal Jethwa. Though brief, her performance received critical notice.

Breakthrough with Big Girls Don’t Cry (2024)

Aneet had her first leading role in Big Girls Don’t Cry, a coming-of-age drama series produced by Amazon Prime. She portrayed Roohi Ahuja, a sensitive student navigating family challenges and friendships at a boarding school. She also wrote and sang the emotional track "Masoom" for the show’s soundtrack, marking her debut as a singer-songwriter.

Lead Role in Saiyaara (2025)

In 2025, Aneet starred in Saiyaara, a musical romantic drama directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films. She played Vaani Batra, an aspiring lyricist whose journey intertwines with a rising singer (played by Ahaan Panday). Her performance was widely appreciated, with critics praising her emotional range and natural screen presence. The film was a commercial hit and positioned Aneet as a fresh, versatile talent in Bollywood.

Filmography

Films

Year	Title	Role	Notes
2022	Salaam Venky	Nandini	Special appearance
2025	Saiyaara	Vaani Batra	Lead role

Television

Year	Title	Role
2024	Big Girls Don’t Cry	Roohi Ahuja

Discography

Year	Project	Song
2024	Big Girls Don’t Cry	"Masoom"

Personal Life

Aneet Padda is known for her low-profile public presence. She is a trained dancer and expresses herself through painting and poetry. She actively supports mental wellness campaigns and youth empowerment programs, especially those focused on girls and creative expression.