Los Angeles/New Delhi, Dec. 3 -- Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have claimed the top two spots on IMDb's Most Popular Indian Stars of 2025 list, following their acclaimed performances in Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Saiyaara, reported Variety.

The rankings, determined by page views from over 250 million monthly visitors worldwide throughout 2025, mark a historic sweep for the Mohit Suri-directed film, who himself tops IMDb's inaugural Most Popular Indian Directors list.

Both Panday and Padda were earlier recognised with the IMDb "Breakout Star" STARmeter Award in August-a distinction the platform highlights as a reliable predictor of rising talent.

"To be ranked No. 1 on the IMDb Most Popular Indian Stars of 2025 list with my first film ...