'Saiyaara's breakout star Ahaan to lead Ali Abbas Zafar's next
29 Sep 2025

After the blockbuster success of Saiyaara, actor Ahaan Panday (27) is all set to star in his second film with Yash Raj Films (YRF), reported Pinkvilla.

The upcoming project will be an action romance directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, known for his work on Sultan and Tiger Zinda Hai.

Aditya Chopra will produce this untitled film under YRF.

This is why YRF has chosen Panday
Director's choice

A source told Pinkvilla, "Ali Abbas Zafar has been developing an action romance with Aditya Chopra as his next directorial."

"He was blown away seeing Ahaan Panday and his aura with emotional and dramatic scenes in Saiyaara."

The source added that Chopra suggested casting Panday for the film to add a surprise element for the audience.

Film to go on floors in early 2026
Audience expectations

The source further revealed, "Adi and Ali will unlock a totally different side to Ahaan's acting in this yet-untitled film by putting him into a new world where intense passion, romance, and action meet hard-hitting drama."

"The script is locked, and the music sessions have already begun. Ali Abbas Zafar and Aditya Chopra are planning to take the film on floors around the first quarter of 2026."

Anticipation around Panday's upcoming project is high
Collaboration

This film will be the fifth collaboration between Chopra and Zafar, after Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, Gunday, Sultan, and Tiger Zinda Hai. The duo has a 100% hit record together!

Panday's upcoming project with Zafar is expected to maintain this success streak.

The actor will undergo action workshops and look tests soon, as the filmmakers plan to present him in a new avatar post-Saiyaara.