Ahaan Panday, who recently debuted in the musical drama Saiyaara, has opened up about a motivating encounter that shaped his mindset long before he entered films.
In a new interview with GQ, he revealed how priyanka Chopra’s unexpected encouragement at a star-studded wedding stayed with him for years.
The actor described the experience as a defining memory that continued to inspire him throughout his journey into Bollywood.
Priyanka Chopra’s Words That Stayed With Him
The incident took place at salman Khan’s sister Arpita Khan’s wedding.
Ahaan was asked to step in at the last minute after another performer backed out.
Despite having only two hours to learn the choreography, he performed confidently in front of several major industry names.
Priyanka Chopra approached him afterward, telling him:
“You have the X factor. Treat your dreams like skydiving—once you jump, there’s no looking back.”
Ahaan shared that these words left a deep mark and boosted his belief in himself.
He noted that priyanka likely doesn’t even remember the exchange, but for him, it became a long-lasting source of motivation.
About Saiyaara
Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara marks Ahaan Panday’s entry into bollywood opposite Aneet Padda.
The film follows the romance between krish Kapur, a short-tempered young musician, and Vaani, an introverted aspiring journalist.
Viewers praised the natural chemistry between the newcomers and the emotional depth of the narrative.
The soundtrack gained enormous popularity, contributing significantly to the film’s success.
Produced by YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani, the movie crossed ₹500 crore at the box office.
Saiyaara is currently streaming on Netflix, where it continues to attract new audiences.
What’s Next for Ahaan Panday
Ahaan is now preparing for his next project, an action thriller directed by ali Abbas Zafar.
The film will feature him alongside actor Sharvari, marking another promising step in his career.
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