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Who is Saiyaara Star Aneet Padda?
From a DU grad and Salaam Venky extra to Mohit Suri’s leading lady – Aneet Padda’s rise in Bollywood redefines the outsider story.
- Publish date: Friday، 18 July 2025 Reading time: two min read
Aneet Padda, born in October 2002 in Amritsar, Punjab, comes from a middle-class background far removed from Bollywood’s glitzy world. After moving to Mumbai post-high school, she began modeling in commercials, an initial stepping stone that would guide her entry into acting.
Education & Early Career
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Humanities at Jesus & Mary College, Delhi University, Aneet balanced academics with auditions and advertisements. Her modeling ventures opened doors into the entertainment realm.
First On-Screen Roles
Her Bollywood debut wasn’t glamorous—it was as an extra in the 2022 Kajol-starrer Salaam Venky. Though brief, the experience offered her early industry insight.
A Turning Point: Web Series Success
In 2024, she played Roohi—a supporting role—in Amazon Prime’s Big Girls Don’t Cry, working alongside Pooja Bhatt, Raima Sen, and Zoya Hussain. Aneet fondly refers to its creators as her “Bombay parents,” underscoring its pivotal influence.
Musical Talents
Not just acting, Aneet also explores singing. In 2024, she recorded Masoom, marking a significant artistic stride.
Breakthrough: Saiyaara
Her career-altering moment came in 2025 when director Mohit Suri chose her for Saiyaara, a Yash Raj Films production. Out of hundreds, her audition impressed both Suri and YRF, securing her the lead opposite debutant Ahaan Panday.
On July 18, 2025, Saiyaara hit theatres. Critics and audiences alike have applauded Aneet’s performance and onscreen chemistry — Twitter buzzed, calling it a “stellar comeback” for Suri and praising the newcomers’ captivating pairing. Netizens exclaimed that “a star is born”.
With Saiyaara still in theatres and trending at the box office, all eyes are on her future projects. Will she return to web series or explore musical ventures? Industry watchers are eager to see her next move.
In a nutshell, Aneet Padda symbolizes a new wave in Bollywood—talented, grounded, and poised for a stellar career, all made possible through hard work and belief in her craft.
This article was previously published on UAE Moments. To see the original article, click here