The buzz around the budding talent Aneet Padda, especially after her breakthrough performance in the hit romantic drama Saiyaara, has reached a fever pitch as she was recently spotted with the acclaimed singer Shilpa Rao. The sighting, which shows Padda and Rao in a seemingly collaborative setting with a guitar in hand, has ignited fervent speculation among fans, many of whom are anticipating a potential duet.
Aneet Padda, who was born on October 14, 2002, gained widespread recognition for her role as Vaani Batra in Saiyaara, a musical romance that hit theaters on July 18, 2025. In the film, Vaani is an aspiring lyricist who develops a deep connection with Krish Kapoor, a troubled musician. Saiyaara has been a box office success, grossing over ₹5.5 billion (US$65 million) and becoming the second highest-grossing Indian film of 2025. Padda's performance in Saiyaara has been lauded by critics, with many praising her ability to bring depth and nuance to her character.
Shilpa Rao, a versatile and well-established playback singer in the Indian music industry, is known for her ability to experiment with different genres and styles. Rao's career took off with songs like "Javeda Zindagi" and "Khuda Jaane". She has collaborated with leading composers such as Ilaiyaraaja, A.R. Rahman and Pritam, cementing her place in the industry. Some of her commercially successful songs include "Ghungroo", "Besharam Rang", and "Chaleya". Rao sang the song "Barbaad Reprise" in Saiyaara.
The image of Aneet Padda and Shilpa Rao together has sparked excitement, especially considering Rao's contribution to Saiyaara's soundtrack. Rao's song "Barbaad Reprise" is already a fan favorite, and the possibility of her collaborating with Padda has fans eager.
The photograph suggests a close rapport between the two artists. While details of their collaboration remain under wraps, the image hints at a musical project in the works. Given Padda's role as a lyricist in Saiyaara and Rao's vocal talent, a duet seems a likely possibility, which has further fueled the anticipation.
Saiyaara is approaching the end of its successful theatrical run and is expected to begin streaming on Netflix on September 12, 2025. Both Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda received the IMDB Breakout Star STARmeter Award for their performance in the film.
