"Hopefully, Sajid will start the film next year," the source said.
Ahan's sister Athiya was introduced in Bollywood by Salman Khan with the remake version of Hero, co-starring Sooraj Pancholi.
Ahan's father Suniel Shetty and sister Athiya have welcomed him to the world of cinema by sharing a special post for him on Twitter.
God owes us nothing but gives us everything. Always stay grounded Ahan. Welcome to the beautiful world of films. Always there for you. Papa. pic.twitter.com/ei3iChp0Uq
? Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) November 28, 2016
Uff, this baby has grown up! Congratulations Aaani, love u@SunielVShetty@NGEMovies@WardaNadiadwala#AhanShettypic.twitter.com/HBxQKnIIgF
? Athiya Shetty (@theathiyashetty) November 28, 2016
Director-producer Karan Johar congratulated Ahan for his new beginning in the industry.
"In full on training mode. A star in the waiting," he tweeted for Ahan.
In full on training mode....a star in the waiting.....INTRODUCING #AHANSHETTY ...congratulations to Sajid Nadiadwala...@SunielVShettypic.twitter.com/dX12hqaLhW
? Karan Johar (@karanjohar) November 28, 2016
Earlier, trade analyst Taran Adarsh tweeted:
Suniel Shetty's son Ahan Shetty to be launched by Sajid Nadiadwala... Good wishes as you take your first big step, Ahan. @SunielVShettypic.twitter.com/ihQn2okRtM
? taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) November 28, 2016
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