After making a promising debut in the romantic drama Saiyaara, Ahaan Panday is now gearing up to step into the action-romance genre with an exciting new venture. As per a report by Pinkvilla, Ahaan has signed his second film with Yash Raj Films (YRF), and it will be helmed by none other than acclaimed filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar — known for delivering blockbuster hits like Sultan and Tiger Zinda Hai.
A source close to the development shares, “Ali Abbas Zafar has been developing an action-romance with Aditya Chopra as his next directorial. Ali has won over the audience with brilliant dramas like Sultan, and even in an action film like Tiger Zinda Hai, he made the storytelling gripping due to the drama he infused in the scenes. Ali wanted to go back to his roots — to the genre that has given him so much love — with his next film. He was blown away after seeing Ahaan Panday’s aura and his emotional depth in Saiyaara.”
The source further adds, “It was Aditya Chopra who suggested to Ali that he should cast Ahaan. A film with a young star would add a surprise element for the audience. Aditya feels Ahaan’s underexposure is actually his biggest strength. After the success of Saiyaara, people are even more curious to see what he does next. Adi and Ali will unlock a totally different side to Ahaan’s acting in this yet-untitled film, placing him in a world where intense passion, romance, and action meet hard-hitting drama.”
The collaboration between Ali Abbas Zafar and Aditya Chopra is expected to create a compelling cinematic experience that not only showcases Ahaan in a brand-new avatar but also pushes the boundaries of the genre. With Zafar’s signature style — blending high-octane action with emotional depth — and Chopra’s knack for storytelling, the film is already generating significant buzz within the industry.
The source concludes, “The script is locked, and music sittings have already begun. Ali Abbas Zafar and Aditya Chopra are planning to take the film on floors around the first quarter of 2026.”
As he steps into this new, more intense role, the anticipation is palpable. With this project, Ahaan Panday is poised to carve a distinct space for himself in Bollywood — and his cinematic journey is only just beginning.
