Last Updated:January 17, 2026, 15:42 IST

Ahan Shetty reacted to comparisons between him and Ahaan Panday, and said that social media pits people against each other.

Ahan Shetty Reacts To Comparisons With Saiyaara Star Ahaan Panday

Suniel Shetty’s son, Ahan Shetty, is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film ‘Border 2’ starring Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Varun Dhawan. In a recent interview, he opened up about how social media pits people against each other, and pointed out that audiences today form instant opinions based on short 2-3 second clips, without understanding the full context. He also reacted to the comparisons between himself and Ahaan Panday, and made it clear that there is no competition or rivalry between them. He said that he knows the Saiyaara star personally, and respects the hard work and dedication he has put into his film.

Ahan Shetty Addresses Comparisons With Ahaan Panday

In an interview with Bombay Times, Ahan Shetty said, “Today, people just react to what they see in a 2-3 second clip. That’s what’s happening in my generation. We’re being put up against each other. I know there are comparisons between Ahaan Panday and me. I know that guy. I know how hard he’s worked for his film and everything that he’s done to prepare for it.”

He further added, “There’s no competition between us. We have our own careers. There is so much love and respect amongst each other and that is what needs to come out. We’re all one industry. Social media has created a divide and that’s why you don’t see so much support for one another.”

Ahan Shetty On Nepotism Debate

In the same conversation, Ahan Shetty also addressed the nepotism debate and said that it does come up a lot. However, he has always accepted it. “It’s been a long journey since Tadap came out in 2021. It’s definitely not been easy. I mean, the whole nepotism debate comes up a lot. I’ve always accepted it. My father is an actor, and I wanted to be an actor. I think it is important to stay focused on what you want to do and not let the noise around you affect you too much. I focus on giving my director and producer my 200 per cent,” he said.

Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 also stars Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Varun Dhawan, and is scheduled to release in theatres on January 23, 2026.