Ahaan begins combat training for Ali Abbas Zafar action-romance
What's the story
Bollywood actor Ahaan Panday, who recently won hearts with his debut film Saiyaara, is now gearing up for his second project. The upcoming action drama will be directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and produced by Aditya Chopra. According to Mid-Day, the team will begin a month-long location recce in the UK this December before shooting starts in February 2026.
Location details
Film to be shot in UK
The action drama will be shot in London, Birmingham, and Manchester. Some scenes are also expected to be filmed in Leeds. A source told the portal, "Ahaan's Saiyaara made upwards of ₹550 crore globally. That has given Ali and Aditya sir the confidence to go all out with his second film." "For most part of December, the director will scout for locations in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Leeds that will add to the storytelling when they are presented on screen."
Preparation
Panday undergoing weapon, hand-to-hand combat training
Panday is currently preparing for his role in the film, which will be his first action project. The source added, "His debut film presented him as a devoted romantic hero. With the second venture, Aditya sir wants to project him as an action-romance star." "He has been undergoing hand-to-hand combat training and weapon training." Sharvari is set to romance Panday.