Saiyaara star Aneet Padda was filmed smiling with pure joy while watching the teaser for her next Bollywood film, Shakti Shalini, in a Mumbai theatre, delighting fans and setting social media ablaze.
A Star’s Delight Goes Viral
The Maddock Horror Comedy Universe recently took over cinema halls with the release of its fifth installment, Thamma, starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. However, one of the biggest talking points of the film’s opening weekend wasn’t the vampire romantic comedy itself, but the official announcement of the next film in the franchise, Shakti Shalini.
Right before the screening of Thamma, the makers unveiled the teaser for Shakti Shalini, confirming that rising star Aneet Padda would take on the lead role. This exciting news instantly thrilled fans, but it’s a subsequent viral video capturing Aneet’s personal reaction that has truly melted hearts across the internet.
From Saiyaara Blockbuster to New Universe Lead
Aneet Padda is fresh off her theatrical debut as a leading actor in Mohit Suri’s blockbuster romantic drama, Saiyaara, which also featured Ahaan Panday. Saiyaara emerged as the highest-grossing Indian romantic film of all time, building on Aneet’s previous work in projects like Salaam Venky (2022) and Big Girls Don’t Cry.
The viral video, shot in a Mumbai theatre, shows Aneet Padda smiling from ear to ear as she watches the Shakti Shalini announcement teaser on the big screen. Her genuine delight at the major milestone has resonated deeply with fans, who are now showering the young actor with love and appreciation.
Comments under the viral video captured the widespread adoration: one fan gushed, “The smile on her face 😭😭,” while another wrote, “That smile 🥹🫠🤌🏻OMG I can’t handle this cuteness… her reaction melted whole me… not just my heart.”
Clearing Up the Ahaan Panday Rumours
The intimate nature of the footage led some netizens to speculate whether the video was shot by Aneet’s first co-star and rumored boyfriend, Ahaan Panday. However, the article confirms that this is not the case. The heartwarming video was actually shared by Aneet’s friend, Raina, on Instagram, who captioned the post: “My Shakti 🥹💫 You make me prouder every day 🧿.”
Aneet is expected to begin shooting for Shakti Shalini in January 2026. The film is currently slated to arrive in theatres on December 24, 2026, just ahead of Christmas.
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