“Ananya Panday: Rising Bollywood Star, Diverse Roles, and Filmfare Best Female Debut Winner, Showcasing Versatile Talent.”
Born : 30 October 1998 (age 25)
Place : Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Occupation : Actress
Years active : 2019–present
Parent
Father : Chunky Panday
Relatives
Uncle : Chikki Panday
Grand Father : Sharad Panday
About
Ananya Panday, born on October 30, 1998, emerged in 2019 with vibrant performances in “Student of the Year 2” and “Pati Patni Aur Woh,” clinching the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. Though faced with mixed reviews in subsequent films, her 2022 portrayal in “Gehraiyaan” earned critical acclaim. In 2023, a brief yet impactful stint in “Dream Girl 2” added to her diverse repertoire.
Her lead role in the poignant “Kho Gaye Hum Kahan” showcased her versatility in navigating a coming-of-age narrative. Despite occasional challenges, Panday’s career trajectory underscores her resilience and ability to embrace varied roles, carving a promising path in the vibrant world of Hindi cinema.
Early life and family
Ananya Panday was born on October 30, 1998, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, to actor Chunky Panday and costume designer Bhavana Pandey. She has a younger sister named Rysa. Her grandfather, Sharad Panday, was a renowned Indian heart surgeon, while her uncle Chikki Panday is involved in business, and her aunt Deanne Pandey works as a wellness coach.
She attended Dhirubhai Ambani International School until 2017 and was part of Vanity Fair’s Le Bal des Débutantes event in Paris in 2017.
Career
Ananya Panday stepped into acting in 2019 with “Student of the Year 2,” a teen drama alongside Tiger Shroff and Tara Sutaria, produced by Dharma Productions. Despite mixed reception, her potential was noted by critics, although the film faced commercial challenges at the box office.
Following this, she featured in “Pati Patni Aur Woh” (2019), a remake, portraying a secretary involved in an affair. While commercially successful, some critics felt her performance lacked depth. Nonetheless, both roles earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
In 2020, Panday appeared in “Khaali Peeli” alongside Ishaan Khatter, released digitally. Her role in the 2022 film “Gehraiyaan,” where she portrayed a complex character, marked a departure from her earlier roles and received acclaim for its depth.
Later in 2022, her bilingual action film “Liger” opposite Vijay Deverakonda faced criticism despite high anticipation. Moving into 2023, she briefly appeared in “Dream Girl 2” and starred in “Kho Gaye Hum Kahan,” showcasing her versatility .
Despite mixed reviews on her performance. Upcoming projects include Vikramaditya Motwane’s untitled film and an Amazon Prime Video series called “Call Me Bae,” promising a diverse exploration of her acting prowess and digital storytelling.
