Bollywood's rising stars Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have once again set the internet on fire with fresh dating speculation after their appearance together at a prestigious awards ceremony in the national capital.
Delhi Arrival Turns Heads
The young actors, who made their spectacular debut in the 2025 blockbuster romance 'Saiyaara', were spotted arriving in Delhi earlier in the day, catching attention with their casual yet stylish airport looks. The duo traveled to the capital specifically to attend the CNN-News18 awards function where they were scheduled to receive honors for their breakthrough performances.
Later in the evening, both stars underwent dramatic transformations for the red carpet event. Ahaan opted for a sophisticated suit featuring elegant gold detailing, while Aneet made a bold fashion statement in a stunning purple gown that captured everyone's attention.
Emotional Speech Fuels Speculation
The award ceremony took an interesting turn during the acceptance speech when Aneet Padda delivered a heartfelt tribute to her co-star that immediately set social media abuzz. "And thank you to my co-actor and my best friend, Ahaan Panday," she expressed emotionally.
She continued with words that sent fans into a frenzy: "You guys don't realise the number of times it has been difficult on set and he has always had my back. And it's the best feeling in the world to be on this stage with one of the best men in the world."
On-Stage Chemistry Goes Viral
The romantic atmosphere intensified when the pair recreated one of their most beloved scenes from 'Saiyaara' right on the awards stage. Their performance concluded with a warm embrace and a playful kiss on the cheek, creating an instant viral moment that spread across social media platforms within hours.
Clips from this intimate on-stage moment quickly gained traction online, with fans and entertainment enthusiasts speculating whether the chemistry they witnessed on screen has now translated into a real-life romance. The audience present at the venue cheered enthusiastically during their performance, adding to the electric atmosphere.
Despite the persistent rumors and their undeniable chemistry, both Ahaan and Aneet have consistently maintained that they are not dating. The actors are currently focusing on their individual professional projects, with Ahaan working on an untitled next venture while Aneet is preparing for her upcoming horror-comedy film 'Shakti Shalini'.
The duo received the GenZ Icons award at the ceremony, recognizing their exceptional work in Saiyaara, which has been celebrated as one of the most successful romantic films of recent times.
