Ananya Panday’s Rakhi post for Saiyaara star Ahaan Panday comes with a cute nickname

Ahaan Panday’s Bollywood debut Saiyaara, also starring Anet Padda, has made waves not just at the box office but also within his family. Directed by Mohit Suri, the film hit theatres on July 18 and quickly won over audiences, emerging as one of the finest releases in Bollywood. By its third week, Saiyaara had already cemented its place among the best-performing films of 2025 both in terms of numbers and its gripping storyline.

Amid the film’s successful run, cousin Ananya Panday marked Raksha Bandhan with a heartfelt Instagram Story dedicated to Ahaan. She shared a collage of their pictures spanning different occasions — from relaxed moments in crisp white shirts to festive evenings in pastel traditional outfits. In every frame, Ananya is seen smiling warmly, embracing Ahaan, capturing the easy comfort and affection of their bond.

The actor captioned the post, “Happy Rakhi Ahaani! Love you @ahaanpandayy ??,” making her admiration and affection clear. The collage not only celebrated the festival but also offered fans a rare look at her personal life away from Bollywood’s glamour.

Ahaan, nephew of veteran actor Chunky Panday, has been preparing for his debut for years. He underwent extensive training and stayed away from the spotlight until the promotional campaign for Saiyaara began. His low-profile approach appears to have paid off, with the film receiving a warm reception from audiences.

Industry watchers note that Saiyaara has benefitted from strong word-of-mouth and is expected to soon make its way to streaming platforms. While Netflix is reportedly in talks to secure digital rights, no official OTT release date has been confirmed yet.

On the professional front, Ananya Panday was last seen in Kesari Chapter 2, where she played a lawyer alongside Akshay Kumar and R Madhavan. She has two major projects lined up Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri with Kartik Aaryan, and Chand Mera Dil, opposite Kill fame Lakshya.