Ahaan Panday's Mom Giggles As Paps Call Her 'Krish Kapoor Ki Mummy', Asks 'Saiyaara Dekhi?'
Ahaan Panday's debut film Saiyaara continues to make waves at the box office, and it seems like the actor's mother, Deanne Panday, is soaking in every bit of the celebratory spotlight. In a heartwarming video doing the rounds on social media, Deanne was spotted at a public event where she was greeted by paparazzi in a rather cheeky manner.
As she posed for the shutterbugs, one pap called out to her saying, 'Arey, Krish Kapoor ki mummy," while referring to Ahaan's character in Saiyaara. The wellness expert and celebrity mom couldn't help but burst into laughter. Her candid reaction, paired with a warm smile, won over netizens.
In a brief yet adorable exchange, Deanne responded to the media with a playful query of her own: 'Picture dekhi ya nahi?" referring to Saiyaara's recent theatrical release.
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Saiyaara has officially crossed Rs 250 crore net in India and over Rs 300 crore worldwide—making it one of the biggest sleeper hits of 2025. The film is now eyeing the Rs 275 crore mark domestically by the end of its second week.
Directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films, Saiyaara has been lauded for its emotional storytelling, fresh casting, and soul-stirring soundtrack. It marks Ahaan Panday's acting debut and has also given a massive career boost to actress Aneet Padda. The film also stars Rajesh Kumar, Varun Badola, Alam Khan, Sid Makkar, and Shaan Groverr in supporting roles.
According to a report by The Times of India, the makers have closed a deal with Netflix for the OTT release of Saiyaara. However, given its continued box office success, the film's digital debut has now been pushed closer to Diwali. This move is expected to give the film an extended shelf life and cater to festive viewers at home.
Released on July 18, 2025, Saiyaara is loosely inspired by the 2004 Korean romantic drama A Moment to Remember. The film follows Krish Kapoor, a disillusioned musician who crosses paths with the introspective poet Vaani Batra. Together, they navigate love, loss, and healing in a story that has struck an emotional chord with audiences.
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