With the Hindi romantic drama “Saiyaara” crossing ₹105 crore at the Indian box office in just four days, debut actress Aneet Padda has captured the nation’s attention.
Her role as Vaani Batra, a shy lyricist living with early-onset Alzheimer’s, has made her a fan favorite and earned her the title of “India’s national crush.”
Aneet Padda: From Delhi University to the Bollywood Big League
Born in Amritsar in October 2002, Aneet Padda studied sociology at Jesus and Mary College, Delhi University.
Alongside attending lectures, she appeared in ads for Nescafe, Paytm, and Cadbury, gaining early recognition for her natural screen presence.
Her acting career began with a role in “Salaam Venky” (2022), followed by her breakout performance in Amazon Prime’s “Big Girls Don’t Cry.”
Director Mohit Suri shared that Ahaan Panday requested a second audition for Aneet, where her simple white shirt and jeans look ultimately sealed the role.
‘Saiyaara’s Impact and Industry Praise
Released on July 18, “Saiyaara” opened with ₹21.5 crore and climbed to ₹105 crore within days. Its emotional storyline, strong performances, and relatable Gen Z vibe have won over fans and critics.
Shraddha Kapoor praised the film as “pure cinema,” while Ranveer Singh called Aneet “a natural talent we’ve been waiting for.”
Social media is buzzing with fan edits, reels, and memes celebrating her performance.
Her Instagram following recently crossed 1 million, and she’s now followed by Bollywood stars like Alia Bhatt and Ananya Panday.
Catch more celebrity scoops, TV drama, and movie updates in our Entertainment section.
From red carpets to streaming originals, PanAsiaBiz keeps you in the loop.