Ahaan Panday, the breakout star of Saiyaara, has just taken midweek thirst traps to a whole new level. The actor, who’s already winning hearts with his intense performance in Mohit Suri’s romantic drama, dropped a series of jaw-dropping shirtless pictures on social media — and the internet is struggling to keep it together.
Midweek Heatwave, Courtesy Ahaan
In the now-viral images, Ahaan flaunts his impeccably sculpted six-pack abs and toned upper body, the result of months of training for his role as the passionate, short-tempered musician Krish Kapoor. Drenched in post-shower steam and wearing nothing but a towel, the third image shared via Instagram Stories has left fans breathless. The blurred mirror effect adds a cinematic flair, while Ahaan’s smoldering gaze does the rest.
Alongside the pictures, the actor thanked his fitness trainer for the dedication and discipline that helped him achieve this transformation. “Couldn’t have done this without your guidance,” he wrote — a humble nod to the hard work behind the scenes.
Box Office Dominance: Saiyaara Shatters Records
While Ahaan’s shirtless photos are ruling timelines, Saiyaara is ruling the box office. The film opened to a staggering ₹21.25 crore on Day 1, far surpassing Mohit Suri’s previous hits like Murder 2 (₹6.95 crore), Aashiqui 2 (₹6.10 crore), and Ek Villain (₹16 crore). In just four days, the film raced past ₹100 crore, and has now collected over ₹300 crore globally establishing itself as a certified blockbuster.
Netflix Bags OTT Rights, But Release Pushed to Diwali
With such a phenomenal theatrical run, it’s no surprise that Saiyaara has become a hot property for streaming platforms. As per The Times of India, Netflix has already secured the OTT rights. However, the digital premiere has been pushed back to Diwali to allow the film more time in theatres — and to maximize its celebratory impact during the festive season.
Ahaan Panday: The Star of Now and Next
In Saiyaara, Ahaan plays Krish Kapoor, a hot-headed musician whose love story with aspiring poet-journalist Vaani (played by Aneet Padda) tugs at the heartstrings. Now with both his talent and looks making waves, Ahaan Panday isn’t just a rising star he’s the moment.
