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New Delhi: After making a stellar debut in Saiyaara, newcomer Ahaan Panday is gearing up for his next big project. The young actor, who became an overnight sensation with his performance in Mohit Suri’s romantic drama alongside Aneet Padda, has officially signed his second film, an untitled action romance directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films.
According to exclusive sources, the film will co-star Sharvari Wagh in the lead and is expected to go on floors in March 2026. The project will be shot extensively in the United Kingdom, with a few sequences planned across international locations. “Ahaan Panday’s next film is an action romance to be directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and will co-star Sharvari Wagh. The entire shoot will take place in the UK,” a source close to the development told News9Live.
The yet-to-be-titled film will be a standalone story that blends high-octane action with heartfelt romance, a genre that Zafar has mastered over the years. Known for hits like Sultan and Tiger Zinda Hai, Ali Abbas Zafar is reportedly returning to his storytelling roots with this project.
An industry insider stated, “Ali wanted to go back to the genre that gave him so much love. He was blown away by Ahaan’s emotional depth and screen presence in Saiyaara. His ability to handle dramatic and intense scenes convinced Ali that Ahaan could headline a full-fledged action film.”
Sources also confirmed that Aditya Chopra played a key role in recommending Ahaan for the role. The filmmaker reportedly felt that a relatively new face would bring freshness and unpredictability to the story. “Aditya suggested that Ali cast Ahaan. He believes the actor’s underexposure is his biggest strength. After Saiyaara’s success, audiences are eager to see what Ahaan does next, which makes his casting all the more exciting,” the report added.
On Wednesday, Ahaan, 27, took to his official Instagram handle to drop a couple of photos featuring his striking new look for his upcoming film. After the massive success of Saiyaara, the Gen Z star returns sporting a rugged and intense transformation that’s a far cry from his earlier lover-boy persona.
Take a look below!
This project will also mark the fifth collaboration between Aditya Chopra and Ali Abbas Zafar after Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, Gunday, Sultan, and Tiger Zinda Hai.
(With inputs from Bharti Dubey.)
