Who Are The IMDb Breakout Stars of 2025? Two Debutants Claimed The Title!
Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, stars of Saiyaara, win IMDb Breakout Star Awards after their heartfelt performances wow audiences and smash box-office records.
Two fresh faces from Bollywood’s latest romantic hit Saiyaara just had a milestone moment because Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have been crowned IMDb’s Breakout Star winners. These awards aren’t handed out by a panel in a quiet boardroom, they’re powered by the audience, based on page views and search interest from around the world. In July, Ahaan topped IMDb’s Popular Indian Celebrities list, with Aneet coming in close behind.
“Never Thought I’d See My Name Here”
For Ahaan, it's a magical feeling and a validation he once only daydreamed about. “This is my first award, and it’s straight from the people,” he said, adding that his younger self could never have imagined it. There’s a genuine excitement in his words that you don’t often hear in an industry polished to perfection.
Aneet was equally candid. She called the award a gift from the audience, dedicating it to the film’s crew and especially to Mohit Suri and “Adi sir” for trusting her with the role of Vaani. “It’s been one of the most joyful and intense experiences of my life,” she said.
Saiyaara Brought Back Freshness to the Screen
Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara weaves the tender, tragic romance between a struggling musician and a gifted lyricist whose life is upended by early-onset Alzheimer’s. The chemistry between the leads and the film’s emotional core didn’t just click but exploded at the box office, crossing ₹500 crore worldwide and sitting comfortably among the year’s top earners.
Stardom Without ‘Show-Off’
Despite the whirlwind, both Ahaan and Aneet remain refreshingly grounded. Ahaan recently went viral for a small but heartfelt moment, removing his mask for a fan who asked for a photo. Aneet, meanwhile, has captured hearts with her outsider story, coming from Amritsar with no Bollywood lineage and breaking in on her own merit.
They may be newcomers, but their rise feels different. It’s beyond a bought-up buzz, it’s the audience responding to authenticity, talent, and a story well told. If Saiyaara was their first chapter, it’s going to be interesting to see how the rest of their story unfolds.
