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Ahaan Panday to reunite with Mohit Suri for another romantic drama after Saiyaara success

Ahaan Panday to reunite with Mohit Suri for another romantic drama after Saiyaara success

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Actor Ahaan Panday made his debut with filmmaker Mohit Suri’s romantic musical Saiyaara, which earned him immense fame and accolades. Now, Ahaan is all set to reunite with Mohit for an upcoming romantic drama. Ahaan Panday made his debut with Mohit Suri’s romantic drama Saiyaara. Ahaan Panday to work with Mohit Suri According to Variety India, Ahaan will headline Mohit Suri’s next romantic drama for Yash Raj Films (YRF). “Mohit finished writing the plot for his new film, a romcom with an older guy and a younger girl. But that didn’t work out with the actor he had in mind. It was Aditya Chopra who suggested he make another rom-com with Ahaan. Since his second film is an action film in which he plays a gangster, the producer felt that the duo returning with romance is something the audiences would lap up,” read the report. The portal mentioned that following the success of Saiyaara, expectations are riding high on director Mohit’s next project. While several names had been doing the rounds regarding the film’s casting, …

Exclusive | Ahaan Panday confesses feeling the pressure of Saiyaara success ‘day in and day out’; Aneet Padda reveals why she continues to study | Bollywood News

Exclusive | Ahaan Panday confesses feeling the pressure of Saiyaara success ‘day in and day out’; Aneet Padda reveals why she continues to study | Bollywood News

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Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda made history last year with Saiyaara, the highest-grossing Indian film led by newcomers. In Mohit Suri’s romantic drama, they played Krish and Vaani, who have since emerged as the poster couple for Gen Z romance. The actors recently also won the Best Breakthrough New Actor honours at Chetak Screen Awards 2026. In an exclusive interview with SCREEN, Ahaan and Aneet discuss their claim to fame, representing a rebellious generation, upcoming projects, and becoming the new brand ambassadors of Pepsi. The Gen-Z lapped up Saiyaara at a time when action films were doing big numbers. Why do you think they were craving for love on screen? Ahaan: I honestly feel love stories never really disappeared. They just have a certain moment when they come back. I also strongly feel it had nothing to do with the genre or the type of film. It had more to do with honesty. The audience was craving for honesty, and we were lucky we got the opportunity to show our honesty about love. Saiyaara clicked …

Chetak Screen Awards 2026 | Saiyaara singer Faheem Abdullah kept giving exams till last minute before film’s success: ‘Don’t know if I’m going to be successful’ | Bollywood News

Chetak Screen Awards 2026 | Saiyaara singer Faheem Abdullah kept giving exams till last minute before film’s success: ‘Don’t know if I’m going to be successful’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readChennaiApr 6, 2026 11:25 AM IST At the Chetak Screen Awards 2026 in Mumbai on Sunday evening, Faheem Abdullah won the award for Best Playback Singer (Male) for crooning the title track of Saiyaara. Though Faheem couldn’t attend the ceremony to collect his award, Saiyaara’s director Mohit Suri accepted it on his behalf and also shared Faheem’s journey, revealing how his life changed after the film’s success. Speaking at the awards night, Mohit explained how Faheem didn’t give up on appearing for exams even when he wanted to become a singer, as he wasn’t sure of attaining success in the highly competitive space. The director said, “When I met Faheem, he kept giving exams again and again. I kept asking him, ‘What are you giving these exams for?’ He told me, ‘I don’t know what is going to happen with my career and I don’t know if I’m going to be successful.’ Him and Arslan Nizami were working on Atul Setu before this film happened. Now winning this award validates the fact that …

Name, Nominees, Film Details and Highlights

Name, Nominees, Film Details and Highlights

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3 min readMumbaiUpdated: Apr 5, 2026 11:51 PM IST Chetak Screen Awards 2026 Best Director Winner: In a category replete with formidable talent, Aditya Dhar emerged victorious, taking home the Best Director award at the Chetak Screen Awards 2026 for Dhurandhar. The win stands as a testament his compelling vision and nuanced storytelling, which resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO The category brought together a diverse slate of filmmakers whose works ranged from major blockbusters to critically acclaimed narratives. The nominees included Laxman Ramchandra Utekar for Chhaava, Suparn S. Varma for Haq, and Neeraj Ghaywan for Homebound. Also in contention were Raam Reddy for Jugnuma: The Fable, Mohit Suri for Saiyaara, and Reema Kagti for Superboys of Malegaon. The trophy was presented by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Anant Goenka, Executive Director, The Indian Express Group. However, Aditya Dhar was not present at the ceremony. The event was hosted by Bollywood star Alia Bhatt, comedians Zakir Khan and Sunil Grover, and eminent journalist Saurabh Dwivedi (Editor – Hindi, The Indian …

Shah Rukh Khan praised Mohit Suri for keeping Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda away from spotlight before Saiyaara’s release

Shah Rukh Khan praised Mohit Suri for keeping Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda away from spotlight before Saiyaara’s release

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Filmmaker Mohit Suri returned to direction after three years in 2025 with Saiyaara, and the film shook up the box office, emerging as a major commercial success. The film’s promotional strategy of keeping its lead actors out of the spotlight before release worked in its favour. In a recent interview with Variety India, Mohit revealed that even Shah Rukh Khan praised their promotional strategy. Mohit Suri reveals Shah Rukh Khan loved Saiyaara’s promotional strategy. Shah Rukh Khan praised Saiyaara’s promotional strategy Recalling his meeting with SRK at Siddharth Anand’s Diwali party, Mohit said, “They were doing their bit but not the regular interviews, marketing and other stuff. This is not a PR thing. The great Shah Rukh Khan, when he met me at Siddharth Anand’s Diwali party, said this is the best thing we did.” He added, “Because we didn’t have stars, we concentrated on making great music. We spent more time promoting the music. We did not promote it through interviews or by sending the actors out, as everyone does. We spent that money …

Mohit Suri says Shah Rukh Khan lauded him for keeping Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda away from limelight before Saiyaara release: ‘Best thing’ | Bollywood News

Mohit Suri says Shah Rukh Khan lauded him for keeping Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda away from limelight before Saiyaara release: ‘Best thing’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readChennaiUpdated: Mar 28, 2026 04:27 PM IST Saiyaara was one of the most talked-about films of 2025 — not just because of its box office success, but also because of how the film launched two newcomers who instantly became fan favourites: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. However, this wasn’t just a coincidence; it was a planned strategy. The makers decided to keep the lead cast away from the limelight even after the film’s release and instead pushed the film’s story and music more. This worked in their favour, as the intrigue around Aneet and Ahaan led to greater footfall in theatres. Shah Rukh Khan lauded Mohit Suri’s strategy In a recent interaction, director Mohit Suri revealed that this strategy was praised by Shah Rukh Khan. Speaking to Variety India, he said, “They were doing their bit but not the regular interviews and marketing and other stuff. This is not a PR thing. The great Shah Rukh Khan, when he met me at Siddharth Anand’s Diwali party, said this is the best thing we …

‘I am not a Bhatt’: Mohit Suri breaks silence on rumored film with Ranbir Kapoor and his ‘outsider’ journey | Bollywood News

‘I am not a Bhatt’: Mohit Suri breaks silence on rumored film with Ranbir Kapoor and his ‘outsider’ journey | Bollywood News

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4 min readNew DelhiMar 26, 2026 01:31 PM IST Mohit Suri has been making movies for almost two decades now but with 2025’s Saiyaara, the director found new fans in the younger generation as he made a love story with newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. Mohit is yet to announce his next film and in a recent interview with actor-producer Pooja Bhatt, she asked him about his probable next film with Ranbir Kapoor. Is Mohit Suri working with Ranbir Kapoor? Pooja and Mohit were talking on her podcast The Pooja Bhatt Show, where she asked him, “You might be working with Ranbir now, I am told. How do you plan to approach it?” Pooja and Mohit are cousins, as Pooja’s father Mahesh and Mohit’s mother Heena were siblings. Pooja and Ranbir are also related as Ranbir is married to Pooja’s half-sister Alia Bhatt. While Mohit refrained from commenting on his probable upcoming film with Ranbir, he said, “I have always not had a home. I found a little bit with Vishesh (Films) but it’s …

Mohit Suri on eight-hour shift in film industry debate: ‘Emraan Hashmi shot 24 hours with me’

Mohit Suri on eight-hour shift in film industry debate: ‘Emraan Hashmi shot 24 hours with me’

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Last year, actor Deepika Padukone ignited a debate around eight-hour work shifts for actors after reportedly stepping away from Spirit and the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD, triggering widespread discussion. Now, director Mohit Suri has weighed in on the issue, recalling a time when Emraan Hashmi shot for 24 hours at a stretch. Mohit Suri has given his take on the demand for 8-hour shifts on set that was suggested by Deepika Padukone. Mohit Suri on eight-hour shift debate In an interview with Variety India, Mohit opened up about the ongoing debate about an eight-hour workday in the film industry to support work-life balance. The director noted that he has had actors work 24 hours at a stretch in the past. Mohit said, “I have had actors work 24 hours when needed. When we were shooting for Awarapan and we had a really expensive location in the presidential suite of the Intercontinental Hotel on the terrace, we had it only for 24 hours. I remember Emraan Hashmi shot 24 hours with me… We are making …

Mohit Suri reveals if ‘great star’ Ranbir Kapoor will star in his next film, says he ‘genuinely wants to work with him’

Mohit Suri reveals if ‘great star’ Ranbir Kapoor will star in his next film, says he ‘genuinely wants to work with him’

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Filmmaker Mohit Suri has revealed whether his next film will feature actor Ranbir Kapoor after reports emerged that they are all set to collaborate on a project. Speaking with Variety India, Mohit clarified that the reports aren’t true but added that he “genuinely” wants to work with Ranbir. Mohit Suri said Ranbir Kapoor praised his film Awaarapan. Mohit Suri says if he is working with Ranbir Kapoor Mohit also praised Ranbir Kapoor, calling him ‘a great star.’ He said, “Ranbir Kapoor is not in my next film. I genuinely want to work with him, and I hope he feels the same way about me. I went to meet him to discuss and intend to work together. Meanwhile, it’s been in news that we are already doing a film together. Ranbir and I know each other as he’s been following my career right from the beginning.” Mohit praises Ranbir “He’s one of the few actors and such a great star who appreciates a film like Awaarapan even though it flopped when it was released. He keeps …

Filmfare Exclusive: Casting on for Female Lead Opposite Ranbir Kapoor in Mohit Suri’s Next

Filmfare Exclusive: Casting on for Female Lead Opposite Ranbir Kapoor in Mohit Suri’s Next

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Mohit Suri has been in the news since his directorial Saiyaara starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda became one of the biggest hits of all time last year. The film was made with two newcomers who made their presence felt from the first day itself. Mohit Suri made sure he promoted the film before its release and has recently been snapped attending several events with the cast of Saiyaara. However, now it’s time to move ahead to a different project as sources confirm that Suri is doing his next with Yash Raj Films. Our sources confirmed and said, “Casting is on for the female lead of Mohit Suri’s next.” The film apparently stars Ranbir Kapoor in the lead role and we are super stoked to find out who the female lead will be.      Mohit Suri has earlier directed films like Kalyug, Zeher, Raaz: The Mystery Continues, Murder 2, Aashiqui 2 and more. The director is known for his romantic films and it would be exciting to film out if Ranbir Kapoor’s next will be …