Aneet Padda Mourns the Loss of Her Beloved Grandfather

Aneet Padda recently mourned the loss of her grandfather, sharing a heartfelt tribute on Instagram. The actress, known for her role in the film Saiyaara, reflected on their close bond and the emotional connection to her character's struggles with Alzheimer's. As she navigates this difficult time, Aneet is also busy filming her upcoming project, Shakti Shalini, set to release on December 24. Her touching farewell highlights the love they shared and her commitment to carrying his memory forward.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 21, 2026, 11:33 IST

Aneet Padda's Heartfelt Farewell

Recently, Aneet Padda experienced the profound loss of her grandfather. The actress, known for her role in Saiyaara, had a close bond with him and had previously discussed his battle with Alzheimer’s in interviews following the film's release in 2025. While currently filming Shakti Shalini, Aneet took a moment to say an emotional goodbye to the ‘only love of my life’. She shared a touching photo on Instagram, holding his hand, along with a poignant message bidding him farewell. This heartfelt tribute was posted during the early hours of Tuesday. As she navigates this challenging time, Padda has chosen to disable comments on her post.

Aneet Padda's Tribute to Her Grandfather

Aneet Padda's grandfather dies

Aneet’s tribute highlighted the deep affection they shared. She expressed, “You were drifting away, but you didn’t forget makhan. You held on to love, even when you couldn’t hold on to memory.” The Saiyaara star emphasized that she would cherish every memory and carry them with her always. She vowed to embody his ‘kindness’ and ‘light’ in every dark moment, assuring that his stories would reach far and wide. Emotionally, she reflected, “I spotted the brightest star in the sky today, and I knew where you went.”

The Emotional Connection of Saiyaara

Why was Saiyaara an emotional film for Aneet Padda?

In Saiyaara, Aneet portrays Vaani Batra, a writer diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at a young age. Drawing parallels between her character and her grandfather’s experience, Padda shared with The Hollywood Reporter India that he struggled with memory loss. She resonated with the film’s message: 'dimaag bhool jaata hai par dil kabhi nahi bhoolta (the mind forgets but the heart does not)', which she felt was true for her dadu. Although he often forgot her name, he would affectionately call her Heeraput or Makkhan. Aneet recalled a touching moment when, despite her fears that he wouldn’t recognize her in clips from Saiyaara, he surprised everyone by exclaiming, 'Makkhan di movie', making that moment unforgettable for her.

Aneet Padda's Upcoming Projects

Aneet Padda upcoming film

On the professional front, Aneet is currently filming Shakti Shalini, directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. This film marks a new addition to the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe and features Vishal Jethwa and Viineet Kumar Siingh. Shakti Shalini is set to be released on December 24. Additionally, she is expected to collaborate again with Mohit Suri, Ahaan Panday, and YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani for another romantic musical following Saiyaara, which is still in the pre-production phase.