Updated On: 21 November, 2025 11:44 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ahaan Panday dismissed the `nepo kid` tag, as she believes his dad, Chikki Panda, was not a star. He reveals seeing the industry from behind a fence. He also shares how his parents were initially skeptical about his dream to become an actor

Ahaan Panday
Businessman Chikki Panday’s son, Ahaan Panday, made a smashing debut in the industry with Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara. The film starred him alongside Aneet Padda and went on to become a rage. In a recent interview, the actor opened up about dealing with public perception as he shunned the star kid tag. He also revealed why his sister Ananya didn’t give him any advice ahead of his debut.
In an interview with GQ, Ahaan responded to a question about how star kids deal with public perception. He shared, “I can’t speak from experience because Chikki Pandey is not a star. But if I have to speak on behalf of my friends, I think each has their own trials and tribulations.”