Filmmaker Amar Kaushik spoke about the reason behind casting 'Saiyaara' star Aneet Padda for 'Shakti Shalini'. He said, "We realised that we needed a younger actor. Meanwhile, we saw her film 'Saiyaara' and realised that she suits the part perfectly for that character. She heard the story and came on board." Previously, Kiara Advani was rumoured to play the role.