Reet Padda, the sister of Saiyaara actress Aneet Padda, is facing intense digital backlash following her viral critique of recent major film releases. Padda drew fire for labelling the Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, along with The Kashmir Files and The Kerala Story, as "propaganda." The controversy has escalated beyond her cinematic opinions, leading netizens to investigate her personal life and alleged relationships, resulting in Padda deactivating her social media profiles to avoid further scrutiny. Aneet Padda’s Sister Reet Deletes Instagram and LinkedIn After ‘Dhurandhar’ Propaganda Comment Backlash.

Who is Reet Padda’s Boyfriend?

As the online debate intensified, social media users identified Padda’s rumoured boyfriend as Faazil Ahmed. According to professional data and reports from Filmibeat, Ahmed is a highly qualified marketing professional currently based in Paris. He describes himself as a "marketing generalist" with expertise in technology, the creator economy, and social media.

Ahmed holds a Master’s degree in Marketing and Business Administration from the prestigious ESSEC Business School in France, and also attended Cornell University. Professionally, he is currently serving an apprenticeship at Danone’s global office in Paris. Additionally, he maintains a notable digital presence through his YouTube channel, 'Career With Faazil,' which provides professional guidance to over 89,000 subscribers.

Is Reet Padda’s Boyfriend Pakistani?

Despite widespread rumours on social media claiming that Faazil Ahmed is a Pakistani national, the latest reports indicate these claims are incorrect. Contrary to the viral buzz that labelled him a "Pakistani guy" to fuel "anti-national" accusations against Padda, reports specify that Ahmed is actually an Indian Muslim, reportedly hailing from South India.

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While a photograph featuring Reet, Faazil, and Aneet Padda has circulated online, neither party has officially confirmed their relationship status. The narrative regarding his nationality appears to have gained traction primarily among critics looking to contextualise Padda’s political remarks within her personal associations.

Reet Padda’s Viral Remarks on ‘Dhurandhar 2’

The controversy stems from Padda’s response to the spy thriller Dhurandhar 2, where she characterised the film as a "government-friendly narrative." In her viral posts, she criticised the movie for its portrayal of geopolitical themes and its perceived justification of real-world events like demonetization.

Padda also extended her criticism to global icons, questioning Priyanka Chopra Jonas for her silence on international conflicts during her appearance at the 98th Academy Awards. While the remarks were framed as personal opinions on cinema and celebrity activism, they triggered a massive wave of "trolling," ultimately forcing the marketing specialist to withdraw from public digital platforms. Aneet Padda Faces Backlash After Following Hasan Piker on Instagram Over ‘India Terrorist State’ Remark During Operation Sindoor.

However, there is no official confirmation that Reet Padda and Faazil Ahmed are dating, and their alleged relationship remains a rumour.

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