Detailed Profile
Aneet Padda was born on 13 October 2002 in Amritsar, Punjab. She studied at Jesus and Mary College, Delhi University, majoring in Political Science. Wikipedia At just 17, she sent 50–70 cold emails to production houses trying to secure auditions. She also fell prey to scam audition websites and later said that many production houses still have her “horrible biodata and Snapchat-filter pictures.” Aneet’s first acting role was in Salaam Venky (2022), and she later starred in the Amazon Prime Video series Big Girls Don’t Cry. Her breakthrough came with Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara (2025), where she gained national recognition.
She has openly spoken about her mental health struggles — anxiety and depression — before her success in Saiyaara. She also revealed that during her early years, she locked herself in her room to record audition tapes, telling her parents she was doing homework.
Fun Facts & Interests
- Hidden Talent: She used to write, compose, and sing — even did an original track called Masoom for her series Big Girls Don’t Cry.
- Favorite Cuisine: Amritsari kulcha
- Personality: She says her passion for acting began when she was 10 years old, after performing in a school play.
- Balance: Even while auditioning and acting, she continued her education and cleared her DU exams.
Career Timeline & Achievements
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2021
Early Attempts & Training
At age 17, Aneet began sending 50–70 cold emails to production houses, searching for real auditions. During this period, she also fell for fake/scam audition websites, which she shared openly in interviews. She continued studying while secretly recording audition tapes in her room.
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2022
Early Screen Work"
Aneet appeared as an extra in Kajol’s film Salaam Venky (shot earlier, released later). These were her first small appearances on a film set, giving her exposure to professional production environments.
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2024
Digital Debut & Recognition
She landed a role in the Amazon Prime Video teen drama “Big Girls Don’t Cry.” Aneet also contributed musically to the show with her original track “Masoom.” This became her first notable appearance where audiences discovered her acting and singing talent.
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2025
Viral Success: Saiyaara
With the release of YRF’s music video “Saiyaara”, Aneet gained national attention overnight. Her emotional performance and natural screen presence earned widespread praise, making her one of the most talked-about new faces of the year. Media also highlighted that she is not a nepo kid, clearing rumors about her background.
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2026
Future Projects SHAKTI SHALINI
Aneet is set to star in Shakti Shalini, a horror-comedy by Maddock Films. This marks her first major genre shift, showcasing her move beyond romantic roles.