Actor Ahaan Panday celebrated his 28th birthday on Tuesday, December 23, and the occasion was made extra special with a deeply emotional tribute from his Saiyaara co-star and close friend, Aneet Padda. Taking to Instagram shortly after midnight, Aneet shared a heartfelt post filled with unseen photos and candid videos of Ahaan, along with a touching note about his personality, kindness, and journey.
Ahaan shot to fame earlier this year with the massive success of Saiyaara, and Aneet’s post gave fans a rare glimpse of the man beyond the star. Her carousel featured intimate moments—Ahaan laughing, lost in thought, and simply being himself. “I’ve seen the future. I’ve seen passersby smile when you laugh out loud, they can’t help it,” she wrote. “I’ve seen colours change in the world around, when your eyes are lost in thought admiring an old woman, watering her plants, unaware.”
Beyond stardom: Ahaan Panday as seen by Aneet Padda
Aneet’s note celebrated Ahaan’s creativity, sensitivity, and genuine nature. She described his thoughtful quirks: “I’ve seen the scribbles in your notepad, holding the musings of an unusual mind, rare and magical. The change of your camera lens, stubborn in its search for beauty in the mundane.”
She also highlighted the trust and affection he has earned from her family. “I’ve seen you be so selfless. I’ve seen my mom and dad trusting you deeply, beaming with love when they ask, ‘Ahaan kiven ae? Theek hai na?’ every video call,” she shared.
Touching family moments and everyday kindness
Aneet’s tribute also reflected on Ahaan’s family, particularly his mother. “I’ve seen Deanne aunty cry every time she sees your face on that poster. Pride mixed with disbelief at her son’s kindness, his soul—at the man she raised.” She added that Ahaan impacts people around him in simple yet profound ways: “I’ve seen a stranger having a better day after talking to you. I’ve seen the security guard waiting for his daily chat with you at 2 pm sharp.”
Reflecting on his rise to fame, Aneet wrote, “I’ve seen the world stop and stare at you before it knew why. Before it met its Saiyaara on a movie screen. You were always a star, dadi was always proud.”
She concluded her heartfelt message with: “Happy birthday, Ahaana. I will always be proud of the person you are. Thank you for giving the world the gift of you.” Ahaan responded emotionally in the comments: “No words do justice to what I felt after reading this.”